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Creative WA: A 10 year vision to grow and sustain our creative ecosystem

$54 million to support vision for a Creative WA

Dec 12, 2024
The WA Government has announced a $54 million funding package as part of its ambitious 10-year vision for culture, arts and creative industries in Western Australia.

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A mural of WA wildflowers on the outside wall of Heath Park Pavilion

Construction completed at new sporting hub in Eglinton

Media release

Northern suburbs sports clubs, community groups and residents will soon be able to enjoy new amenities at the Heath Park Pavilion in Eglinton.
A group of people holding soccer balls stand under a shelter on a football pitch

Wauhop Park upgrades level playing field for women’s football

Media release

The WA Government continues to prioritise community sporting infrastructure and encourage female participation in sport, with upgrades at the Wauhop Park soccer ground in East Fremantle complete.
Children and families at the new playgound

New all-abilities playground in Clarkson open for the community

Media release

A new, inclusive play space developed in Clarkson with significant funding from the WA Government has proved an instant hit with children and parents.
Students from Christmas Island High School stand with olympian Kylie Wheeler

WA’s wide-reaching sport and recreation sector

Did you know our Great Southern team has a lead role in helping strengthen the sport and recreation sector throughout the Indian Ocean Territories?
The jumps at the Briggs Park pump track

Pump track construction ramps up in Byford

Media release

Works are underway on the construction of a new bike pump track in Byford which promises to be a vibrant recreational hub for the local community.
Close up of a male boxer standing on scales

New policy for weight classes and missed weight

Weight classes exist in combat sports to promote fair competition between similarly matched opponents.
A night time photo of Leederville oval with new light towers in the background

Leederville Oval upgraded in time for WAFL 2025 season

Media release

Major upgrades to Sullivan Logistics Stadium in Leederville are now complete in time to host the WAFL’s 2025 season.
A waiter with a bottle of red wine and a glass, stands near a table of people in a bar, who are eating food and drinking.

Relaxing Good Friday liquor restrictions a sign of more reforms to come

Media release

More licensed premises will open their doors this Good Friday after rules regarding the serving of alcohol without a meal were relaxed to include venues offering live music events.
Politicians and the media wearing hi-vis vests and viewing the Perth Films Studios

Perth Film Studios construction milestone preview tour

Media release

Construction of Perth Film Studios is now 60 per cent complete, on time and on budget, with the cameras expected to start rolling by April 2026.
Portrait photo of Lanie Chopping

Lanie Chopping appointed as Director General, Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety

Media release

From 1 July 2025
Portrait photo of Jeff Gooding

Commissioner appointed to the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley

Media release

A highly experienced and respected member of the Kimberley community, Mr Jeff Gooding PSM, has been appointed Commissioner of the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley by Local Government Minister Hannah Beazley.
Sprinkers on the pitch at the Sam Kerr Football Stadium

Next stage of works to make Sam Kerr Football Centre even bigger and better

Media release

The WA Government has awarded a $4 million tender to a local Western Australian company to begin an exciting new chapter for the recently opened Sam Kerr Football Centre in Queens Park.
Artists and shoppers looking at painted canvas' at the Revealed art market

New and emerging WA Aboriginal artists Revealed

Media release

Western Australia's popular showcase of Aboriginal art, Revealed: New and Emerging WA Aboriginal Artists, returns to Perth/Boorloo, presented in the heart of the Perth Cultural Precinct.
A person holds a mobile phone with a sports betting app open on the screen.  In the backgrounds is a TV with a sporting game on

Changes to online gambling harm advertising

In line with the Australian government's National Consumer Protection Framework (NCPF) for Online Wagering, the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC) has changed the messages online bookmakers must use to inform consumers about the potential harms associated with gambling.
Close up of a poker hand with a jack and an ace of spade, and some gambling chips

Cross-agency cooperation will target criminal activity in gambling industry

Three key Western Australian agencies have joined forces to bolster the integrity and monitoring of the gambling industry in the state.
close up of a table set with plates and wine glasses

Licensing tips for a smooth end-of-season wind up

With the summer sports season coming to an end, it’s an ideal time for licensees at clubs to review policies and guidelines to know their limits and boundaries ahead of the wind-ups and annual dinners.

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