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National Volunteer Week underway for 2022

16 May 2022

Australia's largest annual celebration of volunteering, National Volunteer Week (16 to 22 May 2022), is underway for 2022.

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Perth Cultural Centre Masterplan released

15 May 2022

The State Government has allocated an additional $15 million in funding to deliver an expanded redevelopment of the Perth Cultural Centre (PCC).

Optus Stadium view from the Swan River at twilight.

Rugby World Cup coming to Australia in 2027 and 2029

13 May 2022

The Rugby World Cup is heading down under in 2027 for the men's and 2029 for the women's tournaments after Australia was awarded hosting rights for the blockbuster global events last night.

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US feature film coming to WA for post-production

11 May 2022

The State Government's commitment to developing Western Australia's screen industry is supporting incredible productions being drawn to WA.

Screen Industry Strategy to provide 10-year vision for development of WA Screen sector

10 May 2022

The development of a WA Screen Industry Strategy is getting underway to ensure Western Australia is best placed to grow and develop the film and screen sector over the coming decade.

Music, markets and mini-museums to bring Yagan Square to life

10 May 2022

Yagan Square will come alive with activity across autumn and winter, with the launch of an exciting free events program at the precinct in the heart of the city.

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New website puts WA’s world-class trails on the map

5 May 2022

The State Government has invested in a new website making it possible for anyone to access Western Australia's world-class trails network.

Optus Stadium’s accessible rooftop experiences a first in Australia

5 May 2022

Following the opening of Optus Stadium's VERTIGO rooftop experience in March, the experience is now open to people of all abilities.

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South Freo patisserie first to receive grant in $5 million COVID-19 Activating Alfresco program

4 May 2022

The first rebate in the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries’ Activating Alfresco Rebate Program has been made to a local patisserie in South Fremantle.

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Uplifting experience for His Majesty's Theatre

29 Apr 2022

The restoration of His Majesty’s Theatre reached another key stage on Saturday 23 April, with the installation of the first level of the iconic Perth landmark’s balconies to their original state.

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Tickets on sale for historic Wallabies v England Perth test match

28 Apr 2022

Tickets for the first game of the Wallabies 2022 eToro England Series are now on sale, with seats for the Perth test match set to be snapped up by rugby fans.

Teague Wyllie of Western Australia poses after receiving his cap during day one of the Sheffield Shield match between Western Australia and Victoria at the WACA

State cricket stars shine with the help of the ATSS and RASP

28 Apr 2022

Teague Wyllie has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the professional ranks of Western Australian cricket with his recent debut for WA, as well as being a part of the historic WA team who recently won the Sheffield Shield.

Veteran administrator and Olympian retires

28 Apr 2022

After 6 years as Club Development Officer at the City of Busselton, Pam Glossop said her farewells and prepared for retirement and a life on the road traveling around Australia.

New Regional Officer for DLGSC South West Office

28 Apr 2022

Get to know Brendan McNally, who is the new Regional Officer for the South West office in Bunbury

South West Academy of Sport Awards Night 2021-22

28 Apr 2022

The South West Academy of Sport (SWAS) held yet another successful annual awards dinner in early February in Bunbury.

Bryce Hosannah of Leeds throws the ball in during a pre-season friendly match between Manchester United and Leeds United at Optus Stadium on July 17, 2019 in Perth, Australia.

Premier League superstars kicking goals for Perth in International Festival of Football blockbuster event

28 Apr 2022

Four English Premier League clubs will bring their star power to Perth when they make our city their home for a blockbuster weekend of sensational matches before tens of thousands of fans at Optus Stadium in July.

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Albany audiences take their seats for expanded CinefestOZ

28 Apr 2022

CinefestOZ Albany will take place from 28 April to 1 May 2022, allowing Great Southern film lovers to experience and celebrate the very best in Australian film.

COVID-19 Audience Outlook Monitor

27 Apr 2022

March 2022 results out now.

Event Grants Program

27 Apr 2022

The State Government has announced a new $4 million event grants program towards events and activities to revitalise the CBD and Northbridge.

Australian Masters Games kicks off

22 Apr 2022

The Australian Masters Games will kick off tonight with an opening ceremony at Optus Stadium, signalling the first major national mass participation event to take place in Western Australia since the borders reopened.

Flying of flags: ANZAC Day

20 Apr 2022

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Anzac Day is a day of special significance to all Australians, particularly for our serving military personnel and returned veterans.

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Submissions to the proposed local government reforms

14 Apr 2022

Submissions to the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries on proposed local government reforms are now available for viewing.

State Government commits additional $5 million to support East Fremantle Oval redevelopment

14 Apr 2022

The East Fremantle Oval redevelopment will proceed as planned thanks to a further $5 million contribution from the State Government.

Matt Philip of the Wallabies wins a line-out during the Bledisloe Cup match between the Australian Wallabies and the New Zealand All Blacks.

Wallabies set to take on England in spectacular Perth Test Match

5 Apr 2022

England Rugby will return to Perth for the first time in 12 years to take on the Wallabies at Optus Stadium in another major event announcement today.