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Secession: Western Australias Path to Independence explores the resurgence of the idea for Western Australia to become an independent nation, Westralia. The book, Secession, cites frustrations with federal handling of issues like COVID, taxes, and cost of living as reasons for renewed interest. The authors propose a twenty percent tax on resource miners to fund zero income tax, drawing inspiration from wealthy nations like Qatar and Norway. However, the federal government dismisses the idea, citing economic and defense concerns. Historians note the long-standing secession talk due to the states unique mining economy and sparse population, but practical challenges remain.

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