SAP WA's mission is to de-corrupt politics for a fair and sustainable Western Australia.
Sustainable Australia Party WA has announced its 2025 WA Election Upper House (Legislative Council) ticket and is delighted to welcome renowned local community advocate and Western Australia Party* founder Julie Matheson to the team.
Julie Matheson, a global Certified Financial Planner CFP® and business adviser to financial planning practices, is a dedicated advocate for strong communities, responsible governance, and a prosperous Western Australia. With deep roots in the state, Julie has been a tireless champion for local communities, small businesses, and fair economic policies that benefit all Western Australians.
Julie’s passion for public service led her to serve as a Councillor for the City of Subiaco for 8 years, where she worked closely with residents to fight against poor planning decisions imposed by the State Government. As a vocal advocate for sustainable urban development, she has consistently championed policies that balance growth with community needs, ensuring that Western Australia remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
"We have been working with Julie Matheson for over five years on common ground such as providing local communities with a voice in politics and planning, and giving minor parties and independents a fair go in WA Upper House electoral rules. It is very exciting to welcome Julie to the Sustainable Australia Party team as we strive to win a seat or two in the WA Upper House," said Daniel Minson, fellow Upper House candidate and Councillor at the Town of Victoria Park.
"Sustainable Australia Party is an independent community movement with a science and evidence-based approach to policy - not a left or right wing ideology. Our mission is to de-corrupt politics for a fair and sustainable Western Australia.
"As the only political movement that will put our community and environment first, Sustainable Australia Party offers WA voters the opportunity to further break down the major party monopoly on our state," added Mr Minson.
In order to put our community and environment first, we need to de-corrupt politics in WA. Sustainable Australia Party has ten key policy priorities to start this process, including banning political donations and banning ex-politicians from employment with major companies they have been regulating, for at least four years from the date of leaving the WA Parliament.[1]
Joining forces with Julie helps to boost Sustainable Australia Party WA's chances of winning a seat or two in the WA Upper House on 8 March and potentially holding the balance of power. It's time to put our community and environment first," added Mr Minson.
"As a leader in financial services, I understand the economic challenges facing families and businesses - particularly small businesses," said Julie Matheson, Sustainable Australia Party WA Upper House candidate.
"I am committed to fairness and equity in government, which is evidenced by my successful campaign for a fair share of the GST for Western Australia to ensure that the state receives its rightful funding. I continue to advocate for policies that empower local communities, provide better housing opportunities across the state, and create a transparent and democratic election process that gives minor parties a fair chance to contribute to the future of Western Australia.
"Given my strong synergies with Sustainable Australia Party, I am supporting their lead Upper House candidate Daniel Minson, Councillor at Victoria Park, to bring accountability back to government, promote sustainable population policy, and ensure that Western Australians have access to housing, education, and job opportunities. I have a strong belief in supporting the next generation of leaders like Daniel," Ms Matheson added.
"I would like to sincerely thank Julie Matheson for joining forces with Sustainable Australia Party, as well as all members of our outstanding group of 10 Upper House candidates, which I believe is the best and brightest WA has to offer," added Mr Minson.
Group of 10**
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[1] For more information see:
https://www.sustainableaustralia.org.au/2025_wa_election
*The Western Australia Party is under new management and was unable to achieve registration to contest the 2025 WA Election with candidates nominated under its name.
**To focus its energy on winning a seat or two in the Legislative Council, Sustainable Australia Party WA is not running any Lower House (Legislative Assembly) candidates in the 2025 WA Election.