WA Election Showdown: Labor and Liberals Clash Over $1.8bn Women's Hospital Plan
2025-01-10
WAtoday
As the Western Australian election looms, a heated debate has erupted between WA Labor and the Liberals over the proposed $1.8 billion women's and babies hospital in Perth. The controversy surrounds a letter penned by Liberal leader Libby Mettam to construction giant Webuild, sparking a tug-of-war over the project's future. With the election nearing, the major parties are locked in a battle for control, raising concerns over the hospital's potential impact on healthcare services and the state's economy. Key issues include healthcare infrastructure, hospital funding, and construction projects, all of which are crucial to WA's future.