Vince Catania finally hands in his resignation for the seat of North West Central, creating an awkward contest for Western Australia's depleted opposition alliance.
When asked about the delay, a spokesperson for the WA Nationals said it had always been Mr Catania's plan to retire in early August.
North West Central is WA's geographically largest electorate, taking in towns such as Carnarvon, Coral Bay and Exmouth.The Nationals were the first to announce their candidate for the by-election, selecting local publican Merome Beard.A post on Ms Beard's Facebook page shows she will officially launch her campaign on Friday, in an event that will also be used to farewell Mr Catania.
He has also worked as a consultant on "conservation and economic development outcomes for outback and regional Western Australia", according to the Liberal Party.Awkward contest for opposition alliance
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