Breaking: Nedlands MP Jonathan Huston quits WA Liberals amid One Nation hints (opens original article in a new tab)

Nedlands MP Jonathan Huston has left the WA Liberal Party, citing policy disagreements, amid hints of potential support from One Nation, marking a significant blow for the party in a long-standing Liberal stronghold.

• Nedlands MP Jonathan Huston quits WA Liberal Party after being elected a year ago
• Huston's departure is due to policy disagreements, including support for increased mining royalties
• One Nation hints at potential support for Huston, but no formal recruitment has occurred
• Nedlands has been a Liberal stronghold since 1950, with only brief exceptions
• Huston's seat is held by a narrow 2.7 per cent margin
• Liberal leader Basil Zempilas expressed disappointment over Huston's decision