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WA Labor's Burswood Racetrack Faces Strong Public Opposition

Internal Liberal Party polling reveals only 5% support for the WA Labor government's $217.5 million Burswood racetrack project, with 77% actively opposed, while Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas leads Premier Roger Cook in preferred premier polling.

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WA Election: Calls for Inquiry Amidst Outsourcing Concerns

Following concerns regarding the conduct of Western Australia's state election, opposition leader Shane Love has called for the suspension of Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy and a parliamentary inquiry into the WAEC's outsourcing of the election to a private Singaporean company, citing reports...

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WA Labor Wins Third Term Despite Significant Liberal Swing

Western Australia's Labor Party won a third consecutive election on March 8th, 2025, despite a 12-13 percent swing towards the Liberals, who failed to win enough seats to take power.

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WA Election: Labor Faces Worst Swing but Still Poised for Second or Third-Best Result

Western Australia's state election is projected to deliver Labor's worst-ever swing, potentially losing 12-18 seats, yet still securing its second or third-best result historically due to a 12.2-13% swing to the Liberals, as shown in Friday's polls.

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WA Iron Ore Revenue Soars by \$529 Million, but Future Challenges Loom

Western Australia's iron ore revenue exceeded expectations by \$529 million due to higher iron ore prices (US\$98 per tonne) and a weaker Australian dollar (64.40c per US dollar), resulting in a \$3.2 billion operating surplus; however, rising prison costs and potential trade war impacts pose future...

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Perth Teen Guilty in Fatal Crash, Sentencing Delayed Amidst Outrage

A Perth teenager pleaded guilty to manslaughter and dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm after a fatal car crash that killed one and injured three others; the sentencing is delayed until June due to ongoing legal disputes, causing emotional outbursts outside the court.

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WA Liberals Face Existential Crisis After Crushing Election Defeat

The WA Liberals suffered a major defeat in the recent state election, failing to win key seats and highlighting strategic failures, with suggestions of a potential merger with the Nationals to ensure relevance.

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WA Liberals Poised for Significant Gains in Upcoming Election

WA Liberal leader Libby Mettam, confident despite leadership speculation, anticipates significant gains in the upcoming election, with key seats like Churchlands and Scarborough likely to turn Liberal based on strong candidate performances and survey predictions of a 12–13 percent swing.

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WA Labor's Delayed Cost-of-Living Relief Sparks Criticism

Western Australia's Labor party promises to slash public transport fares by 50% and increase student financial assistance, but these measures won't begin until 2026, prompting criticism regarding the timing despite claims of sufficient infrastructure and improving economic conditions.

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WA Liberal Leader's Plan to Hold Dual Premier and Health Minister Roles Sparks Debate

WA Liberal leader Libby Mettam plans to hold both Premier and Health Minister positions if elected on March 8, prioritizing healthcare reform to address issues like record ambulance ramping and lengthy elective surgery wait times; Premier Roger Cook criticized the plan as unrealistic.

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