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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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Commissioner appointed to the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley

15 April 2025

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

11 April 2025

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

11 April 2025

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.
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Changes to online gambling harm advertising

9 April 2025
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.
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Cross-agency cooperation will target criminal activity in gambling industry

9 April 2025
Three key Western Australian agencies have joined forces to bolster the integrity and monitoring of the gambling industry in the state.
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Licensing tips for a smooth end-of-season wind up

9 April 2025
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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Inclusive hiking initiative coming to the City of Kalamunda

7 April 2025
New Hiking is for Every Body program aims to make hiking accessible for people of all abilities, helping more West Aussies experience the benefits of outdoor recreation.
Public Sector Reform March 2025

Public sector reform

31 March 2025
From 1 July 2025 DLGSC will be renamed the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport
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Making it easier to do business in WA — review of the Standards of Licensed Premises policy

31 March 2025
The Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL) has updated the Standards of Licensed Premises policy so it reflects a more modern, risk-based approach and removes duplication with other agencies’ requirements.
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Consistent Gambling Messaging Notice 2025

24 March 2025
Reducing harm caused by online wagering to Australian wagering customers
Shot of a bar manager and bartender checking the stock in the pub

Approved Responsible Service of Online Gambling Training Notice 2025

24 March 2025
Reducing harm caused by online wagering to Australian wagering customers
A young female business owner stands for a portrait shot in a food and drink establishment in Perth, Australia.

Reminder: Good Friday trading

19 March 2025
Licensees planning a special event for Good Friday have the opportunity to apply for an occasional liquor licence and trade without the requirement for liquor to be sold or supplied alongside a meal.
WA State Parliament

Gambling Regulations Amendments 2025

11 February 2025
New gambling penalties, infringements, and National Consumer Protection Framework for Online Wagering statutory requirements take effect from 6 February 2025.
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Funding boost keeps creative arts learning in schools

5 February 2025

Media release

Four projects designed to help disadvantaged students develop creative skills through curriculum-based learning experiences will share $355,665 in funding through the Creative Learning Partnerships Program.
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Major funding boost for CinefestOZ and regional arts organisations

5 February 2025

Media release

Organisations delivering regional arts programs will share in more than $500,000 of additional Western Australian Government funding to address the rising costs of delivering arts activities and general cost of living impacts.
Young people playing rugby on a dirt sporting field

Regional funding empowers youth with community-led sport and recreation initiatives

5 February 2025

Media release

Children and young people in Fitzroy Crossing, Morawa and Carnarvon will soon be able to take part in exciting community-led programs involving activities like boxing, basketball and skateboarding through WA Government sport and recreation funding.

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