Tony Buti

ALP WA

AI Summary

• Builder registration not required for non-habitable buildings under $50,000 from 1 July 2026.
• Threshold increase from $20,000 to $50,000 applies to sheds, carports, and garages.
• Maintains existing building permit requirements and compliance measures.
• Aims to provide more options for consumers and increase opportunities for local businesses.
• Registered builders can focus on higher-priority projects, enhancing the housing pipeline.

AI Summary

• Legislation establishes a Judicial Commission to handle complaints about judges and magistrates.
• Commission will consist of nine members, including six judicial leaders and three community representatives.
• Complaints can be assessed and investigated, with findings reported to the Attorney General.
• Reform aligns WA's judicial oversight with other Australian jurisdictions.
• Supports ongoing education and professional development for judicial officers.

AI Summary

• The bill establishes a Judicial Commission in Western Australia to formalise the complaint process against judicial officers, enhancing accountability and public confidence in the justice system.
• It allows complaints from any individual or body about judicial conduct, with procedures for investigation and potential removal of judges if warranted.
• The commission will also manage continuing professional development for judicial officers, ensuring up-to-date legal knowledge and improving court efficiency.

AI Summary

Bill introduced, on motion by Dr Tony Buti (Attorney General) , and read a first time.
Explanatory memorandum presented by the Attorney General.
Second reading speech

From next week 1 July, every foster and grandcarer in WA will be able to register for the new Foster and Grandcarer Gold Card and receive $377 off their electricity bill this year. For more information: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-communities/foster-and-grand-carer-gold-card

The Ministers for Police, Aged Care & Seniors and I had a really useful roundtable discussion with GRAI (GLBTI Rights in Ageing Inc). Thank you for sharing your insights with us. We look forward to continuing to work together to build a safe, inclusive and cohesive community for everyone.

From the Mount tonight.

Lovely on the Mount tonight.

We’re looking for experts committed to supporting at risk young people and preventing youth crime to join a new panel. The panel is integral to our groundbreaking initiative, On Track to Thrive, a pilot program designed to prevent young children aged 5 to 9 getting caught up in the criminal justice system. Based in Armadale and Geraldton, the program will kick off early next year. We’re trying to build a better future for these at-risk children and their families and make our communities sa...