WA Prepares for Election as Premier Expresses Concerns Over Outcome
Labor and Liberal leaders make final appeals to voters, with major challenges ahead for the opposition.
- WA Premier Roger Cook admitted feeling 'very anxious' about the election results, emphasizing his party's vision for the state's future.
- Liberal leader Libby Mettam remains optimistic despite acknowledging the uphill battle her party faces to regain power after the 2021 landslide loss.
- Labor has significantly outspent the Liberals on campaign advertising, focusing heavily on key metropolitan seats such as Scarborough and Riverton.
- The Liberals have faced internal challenges, including controversial statements from candidates and leadership speculation involving high-profile figures like Basil Zempilas.
- Polling suggests Labor is likely to retain a commanding majority, with the Liberals struggling to make significant inroads in key districts.