The Liberal candidate for Curtin, Tom White, has conceded defeat to sitting teal independent Kate Chaney, acknowledging her victory via Instagram after initially declaring the race too close to call on election night. With 76% of the vote counted, Chaney secured 53.3% of the two-part-preferred count, maintaining her seat after winning in 2022 and breaking the Coalition’s 23-year hold on the district. This loss adds to the Liberals’ challenges, as their leader Peter Dutton also failed to win his seat in Queensland, although they retained some regional seats in Western Australia.
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Revealed: The exact number of Broome rentals given over to short-term lets
Short-term rentals (STRAs) comprise over 4% of Broome's housing supply, with 110 properties listed in the area, highlighting a significant impact on the rental market. The State Government's STRA Incentive Scheme aims to convert short-term rentals into long-term leases, as Broome's median house price rises to $765,000, reflecting ongoing regional housing market pressures. Want More Context? 🔎
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