Western Australia holds local elections amid key races, delays, and political upheaval.

Local government elections are underway in Western Australia, with results expected by midday tomorrow. In Joondalup, former Liberal MP Ian Goodenough is running as an independent for mayor. The Shire of Harvey features a high-profile race with a candidate known as “Aussie Trump,” who uses the slogan “drain the swamp.” In the Shire of Derby West Kimberley, Peter McCumstie seeks re-election after a council-wide resignation led to state-appointed commissioners. The Shire of Coolgardie’s council will remain intact despite debt concerns. Elections in the City of Nedlands and Town of Port Hedland are delayed until March due to leadership turmoil and commissioner oversight, following controversial remarks by Nedlands’ former mayor Fiona Argyle.