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Activity day highlights the growing importance of outdoor recreation in WA

Sep 18, 2024
DLGSC hosted its annual Industry Activity Day, an event that brings together stakeholders from both local and state government agencies with the outdoor recreation sector.

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Kalgoorlie town hall

New Long Service Leave Regulations and Reform Webinar 9

18 April 2024

LG Alert

New Local Government (Long Service Leave) Regulations 2024 now replace the Local Government (Long Service Leave) Regulations of 1977.
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Regional arts are enriched by funding boost

18 April 2024

Media release

Organisers of a much-loved music festival and art enrichment programs are among the recipients of funding in the latest round of the Regional Arts Sector Investment Program (RASI).
Twilight beach near Esperance in Western Australia

Improved long service leave for local government employees

17 April 2024
About 23,000 local government employees in Western Australia will benefit from clearer long service leave entitlements with the State Government introducing new regulations that will provide clarity and certainty.
Regulations

CEO recruitment and termination

16 April 2024

LG Alert

Local government councils must approve, by absolute majority, appointments to the position of chief executive officer (CEO) and their employment contracts.
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Notice of Extension of Remediation Period

16 April 2024
On 26 March 2024, the Minister for Racing and Gaming, the Hon. Paul Papalia CSC MLA, announced his decision to extend the initial 2-year remediation period for the casino licensee.
Local Government Minister Hannah Beazley MLA at Pinjar ORV site near Wanneroo

Upgrade to off-road vehicle areas

11 April 2024

Media release

The upgrade of two ORV areas in York and Ledge Point are providing safe and environmentally friendly sites for trail bike, quad bike and all-terrain vehicle users.
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School funding to advance the journey of Aboriginal reconciliation

10 April 2024

Media release

Advancing and promoting Aboriginal reconciliation in the community through WA school and kindergarten projects is the aim of a DLGSC program which is currently offering a total of $799,000 in grants.
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Guidance on council and committee meetings updated

28 March 2024

LG Alert

Guidance material on council and committee meetings has been updated to better support the establishment and operation of committees in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995.
A group of hikers on a trail

City of Wanneroo gets active with Hiking Participation Grant

28 March 2024
Our Hiking Participation Grants Program is an initiative that aims to leave a lasting impact on the accessibility, safety and enjoyment of hiking experiences across the diverse landscapes of WA.
Drone view of the Albany Entertainment Centre at dusk

Contract awarded for Albany Entertainment Centre works

26 March 2024

Media release

The State Government has awarded the contract for important roof repairs at the iconic Albany Entertainment Centre, with Colab Construction to start work soon.
Portrait photo of Gary Dreibergs

New Chair appointed to the Gaming and Wagering Commission

26 March 2024

Media release

The government has announced the appointment of highly respected former Deputy Police Commissioner Gary Dreibergs for a three-year term.
Standing in the seating area at a stadium are Marcelyn Nicolaou, Executive Director, DSLGC ; Matt Bamford, Member and Partnerships Manager, SportWest; David Bruce, Referee, Football West; and Andrew Tye, Perth Scorchers, WA Cricket.

Good sideline behaviour the latest focus for True Sport

21 March 2024
SportWest releases latest package of resources aimed at promoting a positive culture, respect and fair play from the sidelines.
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International Festival of Hockey to descend on Perth

21 March 2024
Fans can now purchase tickets to see the world's best men's and women's hockey teams play off in Western Australia, ahead of the Paris Olympics this year, as part of a new global hockey event.
Outback roads, Karijini National Park

New community goes dry and 3 renew commitment

20 March 2024

Media release

An Aboriginal community in the Pilbara is the latest to ban alcohol and joins 3 north west communities renewing their commitment to being alcohol free.
Montage of soccer field, swimming pool, skate park, tennis court with text: $24.2 million for community facilities and light up clubs at night

Major win for community sporting and recreation facilities in WA

15 March 2024

Media release

The State Government is showing its commitment to community sporting and recreation needs by providing a major source of funding for the year ahead — $24.2 million in total for facilities’ infrastructure and lighting up clubs at night.
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Reminder: Good Friday trading

14 March 2024
Under the Liquor Control Act 1988 (the Act), the specified trading hours for Good Friday are treated differently.

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