TV Host Turned Mayor Launches Bid for WA State Parliament

Published on January 29, 2024

TV sports host-turned-Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas has announced he will seek the state Liberal Party’s pre-selection for Churchlands, one of the wealthiest seats in Western Australia. “I’ve been able to witness the effect of a lack of balance in our political system on how this government operates and more balance in opposition is going to produce a better government—whichever way it is,” he told reporters. WA Liberal Leader Libby Mettam welcomed the announcement. “It’s fantastic to see a number of high-quality candidates come forward and express interest in running for the Liberal Party in the lead-up to 2025,” she said....

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