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Adam Gilchrist, Justin Langer and Cricket Stiltwalkers out the front of Optus Stadium.

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A big summer of cricket is approaching over the horizon

Another massive summer of cricket is nearly upon us, with less than 50 days to go until the West Test, Perth will welcome interstate and international fans when Australia takes on New Zealand. 

Transport Minister Rita Saffioti at Cannington Train Station.

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SAFFIOTI: Fair go for West Aussies running smoothly on track

A big week in Parliament as we have debated legislation to bring Western Australia’s regional rail network back into public control.

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Kalgoorlie International Speedway president Dean Shore, Member for Kalgoorlie Ali Kent, WA premier Roger Cook, Minister for Sport and Recreation Rita Saffioti and Kalgoorlie-Boulder mayor Glenn Wilson.

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Visit to vibrant Kal shows off the fruits of our Labor

This week, the Cook Labor Government Cabinet headed to Kalgoorlie as part of our ongoing program of engaging with communities across the State.

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Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti.

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Even after a loss, still proud and still bleeding purple

It was an incredible game, but it has been really hard to process the outcome. Like many Dockers supporters, I have felt very flat since the final siren.

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Deputy Premier and Sports Minister Rita Saffioti is pinning hopes on a Dockers win on Saturday.

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Spot signs of change on our border with South Australia

There could not be a more appropriate week to reveal the new design for the WA-SA border sign, with plenty of West Aussies preparing to head across the Nullarbor.

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Transport and Major Infrastructure Minister Rita Saffioti.

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Pathways Strategy gives a sporting chance to WA athletes

A big week for Fremantle, and not just because of the footy. We’ve confirmed the new Fremantle Traffic Bridge will open on November 1, months ahead of schedule.

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Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti.

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Henderson site selection a massive milestone for the State

Defence is set to become WA’s second-largest industry, delivering massive economic opportunities for our State and creating thousands of new jobs over the coming decades. 

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AC Milan fans walk to Optus stadium ahead of the match between AC Milan and Inter.

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Tasty feast of Italian football would have done Baresi proud

As AC Milan flies out, Juventus arrives in Perth for another blockbuster match at Optus Stadium against Inter on Saturday.

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Holiday traffic on Kwinana Freeway at Cockburn Central.

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Fixing dreaded Kwinana crawl gets significant green light

While we have invested more than $1 billion in the Kwinana Freeway in recent years, we know there is more work to be done to reduce traffic congestion.

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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

EconomyPremiumTreasurer 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.

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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.

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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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