WA led in three key categories, securing its position as the top state or territory for the quarter for the first time in a decade.
Hamish Hastie is a State Political Reporter based in Western Australia. He covers local politics and current affairs for publications such as The Sydney Morning Herald, WAtoday, Brisbane Times, and has also been featured in The Age. Hamish's reporting focuses on issues affecting Western Australia, including public sector policies, infrastructure projects, economic developments, and social issues.