Opposition’s Address 2026 with Basil Zempilas MLA

Committee for Perth is pleased to present the Opposition’s Address 2026 with Basil Zempilas MLA, Leader of the Opposition; Leader of the WA Liberal Party; Shadow Minister for State Development; Trade and Investment; Citizenship and Multicultural Interests, at a breakfast event on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.

Mr Zempilas has been steadily building out his policy platform, recently announcing a series of initiatives including better access to healthcare, retail shopping hours reform, budget accountability and uranium mining development, with a focus on improving essential services, creating jobs, increasing transparency and building a stronger future for Western Australia.

As an influential and trusted apolitical voice for Perth, Committee for Perth welcomes the opportunity to hear from leaders across government, business and the community as we advocate for a bold and ambitious vision for Perth’s future.

Join us for this important opportunity to hear directly from the Leader of the Opposition and gain valuable insight into the alternative vision being put forward for Perth. With thanks to host QV1, an award-winning workplace destination at the centre of Perth’s business community, we look forward to seeing you there.

Our speaker

Basil Zempilas MLA
Leader of the Opposition; Leader of the WA Liberal Party; Shadow Minister for State Development; Trade and Investment; Citizenship and Multicultural Interests

As Leader of the Opposition since March 2025, Basil is a passionate advocate for Western Australia – driven by the belief that everyone, no matter where they live, deserves the opportunity to succeed.‍

He leads an energised team of Shadow Ministers and MPs focused on holding the Government to account and advancing our State in the best interests of all Western Australians.

Before entering State Parliament, Basil was Lord Mayor of the City of Perth and built a respected 30-year career as a prominent journalist and media commentator.