Sourced positions
A verified position is the member's own stated view or vote, supported by the listed sources. This page records public statements and conduct only — see methodology.
Voluntary assisted dying verified
John Carey voted FOR the Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill 2019 in the WA Legislative Assembly. On the conscience (free) vote, the member is recorded in the Ayes at the bill's second reading on 3 September 2019 (passed 44-12) and at the third reading on 24 September 2019 (passed 45-11).
Gender & LGBTQ+ policy verified
Labor MLA for Perth and cabinet minister, openly gay and a long-standing advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion. Before state parliament, as a City of Vincent councillor he initiated a same-sex relationship register in lieu of federal same-sex marriage, and was elected mayor in 2013. In the 9 October 2018 debate on the surrogacy/ART reform bill he spoke in favour, saying: "I stand on behalf of the gay and lesbian community to support this important social change." He is listed among current openly LGBTQ WA state politicians.
Housing & planning verified
As Minister for Planning, Lands, Housing and Homelessness, Carey led WA's planning reforms (effective 1 March 2024) cutting 'red tape' to accelerate housing delivery, including a permanent significant development pathway and expanded Development Assessment Panel system: 'The Cook Labor Government continues to lead the nation in driving planning reforms and cutting unnecessary red tape to accelerate the delivery of housing in Western Australia.'
Record last updated 2026-08-13.