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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.

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

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

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On his last day as WA premier, what decisions have shaped Mark McGowan's legacy?

On his last day as WA premier, what decisions have shaped Mark McGowan's legacy?

The WA premier's handling of the pandemic inspired tattoos and even a cereal brand, but what else will people remember him for, and what issues remain unresolved?

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After six years in power, Mark McGowan leaves a mark on regional WA that won't be forgotten by friend or foe

Mark McGowan took Labor to unprecedented highs in the state's region, but many of the decisions that define his legacy hit residents hard.

Mark McGowan: why the only way was down for Western Australia’s political rock star

After being lauded for his tough Covid response and winning the most one-sided election in Australian history, Labor premier goes out at the top

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Western Australia goes all in on red – and it could deliver Labor majority government

Large swings in WA meant the Liberals lost Hasluck, Swan, Pearce and Tangney and will have just five seats – down from 10 – after the election

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Why outback voters feel forgotten this federal election

Neither Scott Morrison nor Anthony Albanese have visited WA's far north this election campaign, and no major policy announcements have been made to address the region's complex challenges.

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Federal election battle emerges in seat of Cowan as Anne Aly and Vince Connelly push for votes

Federal election battle emerges in seat of Cowan as Anne Aly and Vince Connelly push for votes

The major parties circle swinging voters in the marginal seat of Cowan, one of the key West Australian seats to watch this coming federal election.

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