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Good luck to parents as term three kicks off.

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Beware of bad experiences at the bottom of a school bag

Good luck to all the parents getting back to the daily juggle of term three, and hopefully there are no nasty food surprises (or science experiments) at the bottom of the school bag.

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Treasurer Rita Saffioti has reminded eastern whingers, WA does not receive billions in pokie revenues.

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Don’t pokie the bear: Saffioti slams eastern states over GST

Treasurer Rita Saffioti has fired a salvo at eastern states whingers who want to get their hands on the WA’s GST - reminding them that they get billions of dollars in pokie revenues. 

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Today, Main Roads manages a network of about 19,000km.

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Main Roads turns 100 as in-house road maintenance continues

Last week we celebrated the 100th birthday of Main Roads. When Main Roads was established in 1926, it had just three team members and there were only a few thousand vehicles registered in WA.

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WA minister Paul Papalia announced he is quitting politics at Dumas House on Monday.

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WA Labor as united as ever after Papalia’s exit

While Paul’s retirement is a big loss, we’re committed to delivering for the people of Western Australia and the communities in Secret Harbour. 

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The Australind Train leaving Pinjarra Station.

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Full steam ahead with our locally made trains and buses

Fantastic news as we unveiled the first of four new trains for the Australind service, providing a more comfortable and convenient journey for passengers between Perth and our South West.

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After their opening win over Turkey, the Socceroos are well placed to advance to the knockout phase.

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Early wake-up a small sacrifice to cheer on our Socceroos

2am was a rough time to roll out of bed and get the kids up on Saturday morning, but anything’s on the cards during a World Cup. I

Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti celebrates Australia's goal during the the match vs Turkiye.

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Veritable buffet for sports-mad fans and we’re eating well!

There’s nothing quite like an underdog winning in the World Cup. What’s the one thing you never do to an Aussie team? Talk them down. Turkiye found that out the hard way.

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Treasurer Rita Saffioti.

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Go Socceroos! It’s going to be a World Cup to remember

Football world cups are special. With Ronaldo and Messi playing in their last World Cup, this year’s will be one to remember. 

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Premier Roger Cook and Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti release the budget

EconomyCommentsPremiumTreasurer stays upbeat as WA feels national slowdown

Treasurer Rita Saffioti has stuck to an optimistic script on WA’s economic performance amid signs of a national slowdown and a shift in business investment toward the east coast.

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Treasurer Rita Saffioti.

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More evidence we have the strongest finances in the nation

The National Accounts were released yesterday, delivering strong economic news for WA. Our State’s economy grew by 3.2 per cent over the year to March, higher than national growth. 

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Premier Roger Cook and Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti release the Budget

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WA has strongest economy and best set of books in country

Last week, I handed down the 2026-27 State Budget, which again shows Western Australia has the strongest economy in the nation.

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Speaking at The West Australian’s post-Budget breakfast on Friday, Rita Saffioti said maintaining consumer confidence was crucial in keeping small businesses running.

Small BusinessCommentsPremiumBusiness pushes for more targeted relief than fuel vouchers

WA business groups have renewed pleas for more government action to help small and medium-sized enterprises following Rita Saffioti’s $100 handout to drivers she hopes will lift consumer confidence.

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Treasurer Rita Saffioti says it’s not compulsory to claim the fuel voucher.

WA Budget 2026VideoCommentsPremiumFuel vouchers not compulsory, says big spender Saffioti

Rita Saffioti has dismissed criticism that the State’s $100 handout to drivers and a big spending Budget will further fuel inflation that is forcing prices higher. 

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Treasurer Rita Saffioti pictured outside Parliament.

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State Budget to target housing crisis in Western Australia

There will be a number of key announcements including more on cost of living, health and housing in Thursday’s Budget - but here are some of the top initiatives we’ve already announced. 

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Rita Saffioti has backed the Seven Cities plan as a resolution for housing in regional WA.

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Seven Cities plan is key to improving life in regional WA

The Cook Labor Government will be investing $692 million in a range of initiatives that will support more housing in the regions, including the delivery of 500 new homes for frontline Government workers.

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Bunbury MLA Don Punch, Transport minister Rita Saffioti and Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns annouced the Australiand train will be back on the tracks on June 29 after almost three years away.

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All aboard for a new era as we celebrate the new Australind

We know the South West community love their Australind, and I am very proud that the new WA made train will be back on track soon.

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Treasurer Rita Saffioti.

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It’s full steam ahead in our burgeoning northern corridor

Yesterday we announced another major boost for housing supply in Western Australia, with more than 300 hectares of new residential land being released in the north of Perth.

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Sport and Recreation Minister Rita Saffioti announced the Game On, Girls fund.

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Game On, Girls grant a boost for WA girls to stay in sport

Did you know the percentage of girls participating in sport drops from 83 per cent at age 9 to just 23 per cent at age 15? That’s why we have launched a brand-new Game On, Girls program.

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WA state govt’s fuel security round-table inside Dumas House, with Rita Saffioti, the Premier Roger Cook.

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Stamp duty scheme extension helps address supply issue

Housing is a key priority for our Government. Tuesday, I announced we’re expanding our existing scheme offering stamp duty concessions for off-the plan and under construction apartments.

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‘Like so many Australians, I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of legendary commentator Dennis Cometti this week.’ says Saffioti.

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Legendary voice of Aussie sport will always be remembered

Dennis was a great Western Australian and he will always be remembered. 

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Ministers Reece Whitby, Rita Saffioti visit the new State of Origin exhibit at WA Museum.

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More ways to stay informed and healthy ahead of winter: Rita

The new $140m Winter Health Strategy includes a number of initiatives aimed at supporting our community through the upcoming flu season.

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As Parliament returns this week, Rita Saffioti promises to deliver on nation-leading laws that will shut down the illegal trade of tobacco. 

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Tobacco crackdown shows we’re committed to fixing this

As Parliament returns this week, Rita Saffioti promises to deliver on nation-leading laws that will shut down the illegal trade of tobacco. 

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Rita Saffioti at the new State of Origin exhibit at WA Museum.

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Origin buzz latest example of our major events strategy

I wouldn’t normally celebrate the arrival of 8000 Victorians ahead of a grudge match like this, but that many people coming into WA for the game is a brilliant outcome.

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Back to school this week and it was brilliant to see our full time Kindergarten pilot kicking off.

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First week of the school year brings brilliant opportunities

Back to school this week and it was brilliant to see our full time Kindergarten pilot kicking off. It is all about supporting Western Australian families with more choice and flexibility in those early years. 

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