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Wave of excitement as newly renovated Albany Surf Club opens

May 16, 2025
The newly renovated Albany Surf Life Saving Club at Middleton Beach is officially open and ready to serve club members and the local community after a $3.3 million renovation.

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2 students using magnifying glasses at the beach with the words, 'Creativity for Schools Program'

School funding for students to foster creative learning skills

21 December 2023

Media release

Encouraging creative learning and critical thinking are at the heart of the latest financial support provided by the DLGSC for an extensive range of projects that will improve the skills and talents of Western Australian children and young people.
Image credit: Ben Yew, The Smallest Stage, Produced by Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre

The Smallest Stage wins big

20 December 2023
A recipient of our regional arts funding program has just been recognised as the Best Mainstage Production at the 2023 Performing Arts WA Awards.
Mel Walley-Stack, Director of AHWA , Minister and Mark Chambers from AHWA looking at historical records.

New face-to-face space for Aboriginal people seeking family history

19 December 2023

Media release

Aboriginal people who want to learn more about their family history now have a dedicated client space within the State Library to request ancestry information and research services.
A shallow depth of field focus photograph of a gaming machine

Gaming and Wagering Commission Chair to depart

18 December 2023
The State Government has announced Dr Michael Schaper has resigned as Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC).
Image of Banned Drinkers Register drivers licence scanning machine

Start of Banned Drinkers Register changes to reduce alcohol harm

18 December 2023

Media release

New laws to enhance the Banned Drinkers Register and help tackle the ongoing issue of alcohol related harm, are in effect from 14 December 2023.
Bibbulmun Track with guide sign, Beedelup National Park, Western Australia

Bibbulmun Track celebrates 25 years

18 December 2023
This year marks 25 years since the Bibbulmun Track first opened.
Monatage of 4 images showing grass playing field, swimming pool, cricket player, lawn bowls player

More than $2.1 million boost for sport and recreation facilities

15 December 2023

Media release

27 sport and recreation projects throughout Western Australia are benefitting from more than $2.1 million in funding from the State Government's latest small grants round.
Outdoor community swimming pool lanes with a shade sail covering.

$4.9 million funding splash for Kununurra swimming pool

14 December 2023

Media release

The State Government is splashing extra cash towards water activities in the East Kimberley by investing an additional $4.9 million in the redevelopment of the Kununurra Aquatic and Leisure Centre.
Athletes and government officials at the announcement Perth will be hosting the 2029 World Masters Games.

World Masters Games coming to Perth in 2029

13 December 2023
Perth has been announced as the host city for the 2029 World Masters Games.
Cover image of the Aboriginal Cultural Centre project brand identity document

Aboriginal Cultural Centre Steering Committee communique 4

13 December 2023
The fourth Steering Committee was held on 13 December 2023.
Photograph: Image is Minister Templeman, Carolyn Turnbull from Tourism WA, Producer James Grandison from Arenamedia, Rikki Lea Bestall, Screenwest CEO on the set of The Surfer

It’s a wrap for WA production of The Surfer starring Nicolas Cage

12 December 2023

Media release

As filming for the psychological thriller The Surfer wraps up in the South West this week, figures are coming to hand showing the flow on economic benefits to the region from the State Government supported production.
Australian All Schools Athletics Championships banner with he logo and words, 'Event hub 8-10 December'.

Massive weekend of school athletics kicks off in Perth

8 December 2023
Australia's best school-aged sports stars will compete in top-level athletic competitions this weekend, as the All Schools Athletics Championships (All Schools) kick off at the WA Athletics Stadium in Perth.
A small group of people looking at Aboriginal art works on the wall in an art gallery

First Nations organisation takes reins for major arts showcase

6 December 2023

Media release

The Aboriginal Art Centre Hub of Western Australia (AACHWA) has been awarded $930,000 by the State Government to lead a major event on the WA arts calendar for 2024-2026.
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Local government guidance: undertaking your next prescribed budget review

5 December 2023

LG Alert

Regulation 33A of the Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations now requires local governments to undertake a review of their 2023-24 annual budget no earlier than 31 December 2023 and no later than 29 February 2024.
DLGSC Pilbara Regional Manager Toby Cotterel (left) with award winners in Karratha - Ashleigh Greenwell, Toby Fountain, Cassie Perry and Jodie Swaffer - plus Sharon Leyland from sponsor Extreme Edge.

Sports awards recognise Pilbara athletes and officials

5 December 2023

Media release

The 2023 Pilbara Regional Sports Awards have recognised and celebrated the contribution and outstanding achievements of members of the local sport and recreation community.
Australian rules football on grass playing field

WA Italian Team of the Century launches

30 November 2023
The inaugural Western Australian Italian Team of the Century was launched by the WA Italian Club on 29 November 2023.

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