❓ Question regarding awareness of differing views on the Busselton Jetty revitalisation project. The Minister's answer focuses on defending the project against criticism from the Member for Vasse, highlighting past support for similar initiatives and accusing him of flip-flopping.
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BUSSELTON JETTY
Is the member running for the leadership? I have never heard him talk so much in his life. Mr M.J. Cowper interjected. The SPEAKER : I warn the member for Murray that he has had three warnings. He should not make silly comments, otherwise he will leave this place. Mr P.B. WATSON : I thank the minister for outlining yesterday the state government’s commitment to the iconic Busselton jetty. Is the minister aware of any other views on this project? Mr M. McGOWAN
Is the member running for the leadership? I have never heard him talk so much in his life. Mr M.J. Cowper interjected. The SPEAKER : I warn the member for Murray that he has had three warnings. He should not make silly comments, otherwise he will leave this place. Mr P.B. WATSON : I thank the minister for outlining yesterday the state government’s commitment to the iconic Busselton jetty. Is the minister aware of any other views on this project? Mr M. McGOWAN
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I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M.J. Cowper interjected. The SPEAKER : I warn the member for Murray that he has had three warnings. He should not make silly comments, otherwise he will leave this place. Mr P.B. WATSON : I thank the minister for outlining yesterday the state government’s commitment to the iconic Busselton jetty. Is the minister aware of any other views on this project? Mr M. McGOWAN replied: I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
The SPEAKER : I warn the member for Murray that he has had three warnings. He should not make silly comments, otherwise he will leave this place. Mr P.B. WATSON : I thank the minister for outlining yesterday the state government’s commitment to the iconic Busselton jetty. Is the minister aware of any other views on this project? Mr M. McGOWAN replied: I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr P.B. WATSON : I thank the minister for outlining yesterday the state government’s commitment to the iconic Busselton jetty. Is the minister aware of any other views on this project? Mr M. McGOWAN replied: I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN replied: I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain.
. . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain.
Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain.
Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M.J. Cowper interjected. The SPEAKER : I warn the member for Murray that he has had three warnings. He should not make silly comments, otherwise he will leave this place. Mr P.B. WATSON : I thank the minister for outlining yesterday the state government’s commitment to the iconic Busselton jetty. Is the minister aware of any other views on this project? Mr M. McGOWAN replied: I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
The SPEAKER : I warn the member for Murray that he has had three warnings. He should not make silly comments, otherwise he will leave this place. Mr P.B. WATSON : I thank the minister for outlining yesterday the state government’s commitment to the iconic Busselton jetty. Is the minister aware of any other views on this project? Mr M. McGOWAN replied: I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr P.B. WATSON : I thank the minister for outlining yesterday the state government’s commitment to the iconic Busselton jetty. Is the minister aware of any other views on this project? Mr M. McGOWAN replied: I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN replied: I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
I thank the member for the question. Indeed, I am aware of other views. Yesterday I outlined to the house that the state government has a comprehensive plan to fix Busselton’s jetty and to revitalise the town centre and foreshore of Busselton. It involves up to $50 million worth of public investment in that area, plus tens of millions of dollars of investment in residential development, tourism facilities and cafes and restaurants in Busselton. Any objective observer would say that the area near the foreshore is somewhat dilapidated and needs some rejuvenation. The beachfront and the town centre will be joined. However, I have been opposed throughout this process by the member for Vasse. I have been gobsmacked by his opposition to this proposal. Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : He has publicly opposed this proposal without having had a briefing. He has been offered two briefings, but he has not taken up the opportunity. Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr T. Buswell : Who offered one? Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : The member’s office was called twice. I am aware of the views he had back in 2001. He said that the beachfront was practically divorced from the main street. He strongly supported a cafe strip. An article quotes him as saying - “The beachfront ambience does not flow through to the town,” he said. “The town centre is sadly lacking energy, especially in the afternoon. There is no vibrancy.” Mr T. Buswell : I am very happy for you to develop the beachfront. Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : The member is very happy? Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr T. Buswell : I just don’t support the rape and pillage of the rest of the town to put money into the Treasurer’s fat pockets. Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : Without a briefing, the member does not actually understand. This is an integrated proposal. I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
I am also aware of other views on this issue, as the member for Albany has asked me. I am aware of the view of a good Liberal. The former member for Vasse, Mr Bernie Masters, is a good bloke. What did Mr Bernie Masters say about this issue? He wrote a letter to the newspaper because he felt so strongly about it. It states - If Mr Buswell wants . . . Mark McGowan to take the jetty’s funding needs seriously, he should start by admitting that, for the six years he was on council, including two as shire president, he showed virtually no interest in making sure the jetty structure was well maintained. Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain. Mr E.S. Ripper : Minister, I know who you should get to brief the member for Vasse. Who do you think should brief the member for Vasse? Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Instead, he happily basked in the reflected glory from the opening of the underwater observatory in 2003, just as his predecessor was happy to share the accolades . . . . . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain.
. . . Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain.
Until Mr Buswell apologies for his past indifference towards the long-term future of the jetty, his anger at the government’s reasonable response should be treated with disdain.
Mr M. McGOWAN : Please tell me. Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr E.S. Ripper : Noel Crichton-Browne, and where should the briefing occur? Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : In the car park! That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
That is the view of a good Liberal. I have heard two views. The view of that good Liberal is that it is a good proposal and that the member should apologise. Will the member apologise? No. Will he go to a briefing? No, he will not. This shows a trend of the member. He flip-flops on important issues. People might have forgotten that he shafted the member for Kalgoorlie and the former member for Vasse. He did bad things to the member for Dawesville - Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Several members interjected. Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
Mr M. McGOWAN : He did the same thing to the member for Carine. They are both respected members of Parliament and should have had the opportunity to become deputy leader. Unfortunately, the member for Vasse just shafts everyone.
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