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No stranger to controversy, Basil Zempilas hopes to revive the WA Liberals. Experts say he can’t afford more blunders

Former journalist says he will continue to write unpaid for his former employer, Kerry Stokes’ Seven West Media, and appear on Channel Seven’s Sunrise

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Ex-media man pledges party reset in state Libs shake-up

A television broadcaster turned politician has taken leadership of the state Liberals and spruiked a new era for the party withered by three election losses.

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Liberal leader seeks demotion amid 'support for Basil'

A state Liberal leader says she does not have the support to continue following another heavy election defeat for the party.

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'Rock bottom': Nats leader despairs at state poll loss

The Liberals and Nationals should view an election wipe out like a drug addict hitting rock bottom and realise they need to change, a party leader says.

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'Clear mandate' as WA Labor secures emphatic third win

Upbeat but weary after leading Labor to a third term in WA, Premier Roger Cook has reflected on his emphatic victory and the upcoming federal election.

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Labor gain third term as Libs fall flat at poll

Premier Roger Cook will govern in his own right after leading Labor to a third term, with the Liberals failing to make a significant dent in its vote.

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Western Australian ALP eyes win, but may shed 11 seats

Despite two polls predicting WA Labor will win a third term in office, Premier Roger Cook says he's not taking victory for granted and the party remains humble.

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Labor likely to win WA election, but the campaign is exposing faultlines in the state’s politics

With Western Australia heading to the polls on March 8, the Cook Labor government will likely prove the exception to the rule that incumbency is a liability for contemporary governments.

The Conversation

He’s everywhere in Perth – but is Basil Zempilas the man to save the WA Liberals?

The lord mayor, sports commentator and newspaper columnist confirms he will run for parliament, but his potential tilt has already sparked controversy

The Guardian - AU

WA premier lashes Perth mayor as women's shelter closes

Western Australia's premier has taken a swipe at City of Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas for being on an overseas trip as a vulnerable women's shelter closes.

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States push back at calls to step into Comm Games void

Perth's mayor and Sydney business groups have called for the 2026 Commonwealth Games to be hosted in their cities, but those who'd foot the bill are reluctant.

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‘Aren’t what they used to be’: other Australian states quick to rule out bids for 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victorian withdrawal

Perth’s lord mayor is keen but all other Australian states have ruled out stepping in to replace Victoria

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Nelson Ave in East Perth renamed Sailani Ave to honour contribution of Indian Anzacs

A street in the City of Perth is renamed in recognition of Private Nain Singh Sailani, following a personal request from India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

ABC News

East Perth Primary School plan relies on complex deal between West Australian government and the City of Perth

Plans to build the first public school in Perth's CBD in more than 100 years are unveiled, but the proposal relies on a complex deal between the state government and the City of Perth.

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War of words over Perth's City of Light branding after criticism in WA Parliament

Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas has jumped to the defence of the marketing campaign in the face of a Labor MLA's scathing criticisms, insisting the moniker is both relevant and effective.

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Revitalising Perth's CBD a 'team game' amid calls to lower commercial rents in empty spaces

There is widespread agreement that the city centre needs more residents, businesses and foot traffic but considerable disagreement on the best way to encourage people to come back.

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Australia Day in Perth will be much different this year, with Skyworks cancelled after almost 40 years

It used to draw crowds of more than 300,000, but Perth's Australia Day Skyworks has lost its lustre. Has the massive pyrotechnics show been extinguished for good?

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Your guide to enjoying 2022 New Year's Eve celebrations in Perth

Crowd numbers at New Year's Eve celebrations in Perth are expected to bounce back from last year in the absence of COVID restrictions.

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Violent offenders to be banned from West Australian entertainment precincts following death of Giuseppe Raco

The West Australian government will introduce new laws to ban people convicted of violent and sexual offences from Northbridge, Fremantle, Scarborough, Hillarys and Mandurah for five years.

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Perth homeless centre denied planning permission after council bows to community opposition

The City of Perth has refused an application to relocate a 63-year-old homeless centre 200 metres around the corner, with the Lord Mayor saying the city is "disproportionately carrying the burden" of homelessness services.

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Perth Australia Day Skyworks vaccination change sparks row over COVID-19 health advice

A short-lived requirement for people attending Perth's Australia Day Skyworks to be vaccinated against COVID-19 ends in a dispute between the city council and WA government.

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