Three South Perth councillors resign in three days, leaving city in turmoil (opens original article in a new tab)

Three South Perth councillors resigned in three days, citing budget issues and governance problems, adding to the city's instability as a minister threatens forced council amalgamations.

• Three South Perth councillors resigned over three days, citing issues with the city budget and governance instability.
• The City of South Perth's budget increased rates by 5.95%, which was a significant factor in the resignations.
• A minister threatened forced council amalgamations, and the city is the fourth WA council to have a monitor appointed due to dysfunction.