Basil Zempilas faces internal backlash as Nedlands MP resigns over mining policy
Basil Zempilas faces criticism from within the WA Liberals following Nedlands MP Jonathan Huston's resignation over a policy dispute on mining royalties. Huston’s proposed plan to raise mining taxes drew sharp rebuttals from party members, highlighting internal divisions amidst rising support for One Nation in Western Australia. This tension raises questions about the Liberals' path to regaining voter support.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 03:11 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 03:20 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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