On Tuesday, debate began on the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Amendment (Sex or Gender Changes) Bill 2024 in Western Australia’s Legislative Council.

The Western Australian Liberals have become the first major political party in Australia to adopt a policy banning the harmful medical transition of gender-confused children, including puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones and surgery.

We have consistently raised concerns about the adverse impacts of harmful gender policies and practices throughout this country that allow men to self-identify as women and gain access to women's spaces, services and sports.