The Hidden Cost of Alcohol in Our Community
Dr Brian Walker discusses the paradox of alcohol taxation and industry lobbying that harms public health in Western Australia, calling for evidence-based advocacy and reforms.
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157 articles across 7 pages
Why WA Needs Proper Scrutiny of the State Development Bill
Dr Brian Walker highlights the dangers of the State Development Bill's concentration of power, risks to environment and community, and calls for the bill's referral to committee for proper scrutiny.
The Future of Perth Motorplex and Motorsport in WA
Dr Brian Walker raises concerns about the sustainability of Perth Motorplex racing events after the new Burswood track opens, pressing the government for clarity on future plans.
State Development Bill: Power, People and Promise
Dr Brian Walker critiques the State Development Bill 2025, warning of unchecked executive power and environmental risks, urging a human-centred, transparent approach to WA's future prosperity.
Extending Terrorism Laws: Safeguarding WA or Overreach?
Dr Brian Walker delves into the extension of Western Australia's terrorism legislation, balancing urgent security needs with civil rights and accountability concerns.
Why Western Australia Must Lead on Industrial Hemp
Dr Brian Walker highlights the crucial need for Western Australia to review its Industrial Hemp Act with public input and cooperation with other states to secure the industry's future.
When Cat Laws Clash with Common Sense
Dr Brian Walker examines the clash over WA’s cat containment laws, highlighting a broken state act, local government frustrations, and the urgent need for balanced reform to protect wildlife and community wellbeing.
Why Western Australia Must Rethink Veterinary Care Now
Dr Brian Walker explores the critical crossroads of veterinary care access in Western Australia, emphasising the vital connection between animal welfare and human health.
Free Power Delays a Cost to WA Families
Dr Brian Walker questions WA's delay in matching federal free electricity initiatives, highlighting the impact on families and the state's climate action credibility.
The Waiting Game on Cannabis Charge Data
Dr Brian Walker requests updated cannabis charge and conviction statistics, exposing the delay in data release and its impact on informed justice and health policies.
The Energy Crisis WA Can't Afford to Ignore
Dr Brian Walker critiques the WA government's failure to provide reliable, affordable electricity, revealing the escalating impact on households, businesses and regional communities. He calls for innovative leadership and clear energy targets.
Police Misconduct: What We Still Don't Know
Dr Brian Walker questions delays in disclosing data on police misconduct and drug-related dismissals, highlighting the risks to community trust and safety.
Medicinal Cannabis and Safe Driving: A Clearer Path Forward
Dr Brian Walker highlights the latest research on cannabis impairment and the progress of Western Australia's Medicinal Cannabis and Safe Driving Working Group.
The Transparency Crisis: Shining Light on Government Secrecy
Dr Brian Walker highlights the urgent issue of government secrecy obstructing transparency in Western Australia, calling for democratic accountability and evidence-based healthcare standards.
AUKUS and International Law: Holding Power to Account
Dr Brian Walker confronts the pressing issue of whether US vessels in WA under AUKUS will comply with international law, demanding government accountability for any unlawful actions.
When Seeking Help Costs You Your Licence
Dr Brian Walker MLC raises the alarm in the Legislative Council over the unintended consequences of WA's Firearms Act, warning that health assessment requirements are deterring regional Australians from seeking mental health help.
Facing Western Australia's Climate Future with Urgency
Dr Brian Walker calls for swift, state-wide coordinated action following the national climate risk report, highlighting the severe threats facing Western Australia's environment and infrastructure.
Why Watching Our Environment Decline Is Not a Medical Strategy
Dr Brian Walker MLC compares the state of WA’s environment to a terminal patient being monitored to death, calling for urgent action over more government reports.
When Regulations Override Parliament: A Diagnosis of Our Firearms Laws
Dr Brian Walker MLC examines the Standing Committee on Legislation report into the Firearms Act, identifying worrying trends in executive overreach and the erosion of the presumption of innocence.
Facing Homelessness: Healing Beyond Shelter
Dr Brian Walker highlights the critical role of integrated homelessness services, sharing his frontline medical insights and calling for collective compassion and practical action.
A missed opportunity for our farmers as eastern states lead the way
Dr Brian Walker examines the startling disparity between the hemp industries of Western Australia and New South Wales, calling for a dedicated development plan to support local producers.
Why we must treat homelessness as a urgent public health medical emergency
Dr Brian Walker explores the human cost of the homelessness crisis, arguing that providing housing is cheaper and more effective than treating the chronic effects of life on the streets.
Protecting the integrity of your vote and the health of our democracy
Dr Brian Walker MLC examines recent errors in local government elections, questioning the impact on voters in Albany, Kwinana, Rockingham, and Stirling after incorrect ballots were distributed.
Why We Must Not Rush the Laws of Life and Legacy
Dr Brian Walker MLC discusses the complexities of the new surrogacy laws, arguing that a rush to legislate without transparency risks the safety of women and the rights of children.