Community consultation to inform draft legislation on
Voluntary Assisted Dying
25 March 2019

• Public consultation event in Joondalup, Friday 12 April 2019
• Submissions can also be made online, emailed or posted

The McGowan Government will introduce a Bill into State Parliament later this year to legalise voluntary assisted dying in Western Australia.

This important and sensitive legislation will take into account input from the community.

The public consultation will focus on creating a safe and compassionate framework for voluntary assisted dying.

A feedback session will be held on Friday 12 April 2019, from 10am – 12 noon, at HBF Arena (Premiers Suite), Kennedy Drive, Joondalup.

Sessions will also be held in Maylands, Murdoch, and regional centres. See Department of Health website for details.

Those unable to attend one of the events can make submissions in the following ways:
• Online via the consultation website
• Email – [email protected]
• Post – The Ministerial Expert Panel on Voluntary Assisted Dying
PO Box 8172
Perth Business Centre
Perth WA 6849

Comments attributed to Emily Hamilton MLA:

“This is a complex issue and I know that there will be local residents who have varied and also deeply held views.

“As the local MP for Joondalup, I want to ensure that our community is aware that they can have a voice at this public consultation next month.

“The consultation will provide the opportunity for local residents to have their opinions heard on the key issues related to voluntary assisted dying in a respectful and sensitive way.”

Media contact: Emily Hamilton 9300 3990