Vasse by-election final result announced

Results for the Vasse by-election, which was triggered by the resignation of former West Australian treasurer Troy Buswell, are due to be officially declared.

The WA Electoral Commission said the results of the October 18 poll would be announced on Saturday at 12pm (WST) on the main stage at the Busselton Agricultural Show.

Returning Officer Catherine Smallwood will announce that Liberal candidate Libby Mettam has been elected to fill the vacant seat.

Ms Mettam, a journalist-turned-media adviser for MP Barry House, collected 44.33 per cent of the vote.