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The life and times of Mark McGowan, the state premier who enjoyed rock star popularity levels
1 year, 6 months ago

The life and times of Mark McGowan, the state premier who enjoyed rock star popularity levels

ABC  

Known for his tough stance on border closures during the COVID-19 pandemic and legal fights with mining magnate Clive Palmer, WA's 30th Premier Mark McGowan's popularity skyrocketed in recent years. Key points: WA's 30th premier Mark McGowan will step down at the end of the week His successful handling of the COVID pandemic saw his popularity surge His 2021 election …

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WA Budget 2023: Mark McGowan's third budget delivers another massive surplus for WA
1 year, 7 months ago

WA Budget 2023: Mark McGowan's third budget delivers another massive surplus for WA

ABC  

Western Australia's position as the nation's strongest economy remains unchallenged, after Premier and Treasurer Mark McGowan handed down another massive budget surplus of $4.2 billion for the current financial year. Key points: Mark McGowan has delivered his third budget as WA treasurer WA will see a net operating surplus of $3.3 billion in 2023-24 The state's net debt will be …

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Mark McGowan's surprise pay offer for WA public sector is unlikely to crush union frustration
2 years, 4 months ago

Mark McGowan's surprise pay offer for WA public sector is unlikely to crush union frustration

ABC  

Premier Mark McGowan's concession to public sector workers came as a surprise on Sunday morning. "We have a temporary spike in inflation, we're giving every worker in the public sector across the state a significant boost in pay this year," Mr McGowan told a press conference this morning. "We believe that to keep up with the cost-of-living year-on-year, that you …

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Health spending and cost of living major focus of Mark McGowan's WA budget
2 years, 7 months ago

Health spending and cost of living major focus of Mark McGowan's WA budget

ABC  

Premier Mark McGowan's second budget as Treasurer has delivered another significant surplus and some relief for households, but few surprises. Key points: The $5.7 billion surplus is slightly less than last year The $400 power credit will cost the state $445 million A total of $2.5 billion will be spent on health and mental health After a record-high $5.8 billion …

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Coronavirus Australia: 'Who's Gladys?' WA premier Mark McGowan mocks NSW counterpart
3 years, 3 months ago

Coronavirus Australia: 'Who's Gladys?' WA premier Mark McGowan mocks NSW counterpart

Daily Mail  

Mark McGowan has mocked his NSW counterpart Gladys Berejiklian and refused to budge on his plan to keep Western Australia's borders closed until mid-2022 after bragging about the state's record surplus. A smug WA Premier Mark McGowan mocked Gladys Berejiklian on Friday and refused to budge on his plan to keep Western Australia's borders closed into mid-2022 Mr McGowan pretended …

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WA Budget surplus set to reach record $5 billion as iron ore price shields coffers from COVID hit
3 years, 7 months ago

WA Budget surplus set to reach record $5 billion as iron ore price shields coffers from COVID hit

ABC  

West Australian Premier Mark McGowan is poised to deliver a record budget surplus of about $5 billion at a time when governments across the world are awash with debt and deficit. Key points: A rally in iron ore prices since March could deliver WA an extra $2 billion The surplus is more good luck than good management, the opposition says …

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WA Government to push ahead with new Perth maternity hospital on back of forecast surplus
4 years ago

WA Government to push ahead with new Perth maternity hospital on back of forecast surplus

ABC  

The West Australian Government has committed $1.8 billion to a new women's and babies' hospital for Perth, following a larger-than-expected forecast surplus for next financial year. Key points: The hospital will be built at the QEII Medical Centre The hospital will be built at the QEII Medical Centre Funding for the project was earlier withdrawn due to COVID-19 Funding for …

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WA Budget in surplus as economy continues to reap mining riches despite pandemic
4 years, 2 months ago

WA Budget in surplus as economy continues to reap mining riches despite pandemic

ABC  

Bumper iron ore royalties have helped Western Australia forecast a budget surplus of $1.2 billion this financial year, despite the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, with Treasury anticipating the state's hard border will be down sometime between April and June next year. Key points: WA is forecasting budget surpluses for the next four years The centrepiece of the Budget …

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