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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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A map of WA with the Gascoyne, Pilbara, Kimberley and Goldfields regions highlighted. Text reads, 'Banned drinkers register. You must show approved photo ID to buy takeaway alcohol in the Kimberley, Pilbara, Goldfields, Carnarvon and Gascoyne Junction'.

Banned Drinkers Register rolls out in Carnarvon

22 May 2023
The Banned Drinkers Register is now up and running in Carnarvon and Gascoyne Junction with buyers of takeaway alcohol required to show photo identification.
At the Sicilian Assocation of WA in Balcatta with Tony Buti MLA, Meredith Hammat MLA, David Michel, Member for Balcatta and Ayor Makur Chout Member for North Metropolitan Region

CaLD community associations to benefit from $6 million boost

22 May 2023
The State Government has committed $6 million over 2 years to support culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) community associations to upgrade, maintain and diversify community infrastructure.
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Revitalised Port Hedland sport and community hub opens

20 May 2023
The State Government has delivered on a $10 million election commitment with the opening of the redeveloped Port Hedland Community Centre today.
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Aboriginal Cultural Centre Steering Committee communique 7

19 May 2023
Meeting March 2023
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Reducing red tape to help regions attract and retain GPs and dentists

19 May 2023
Changes to Western Australian laws regulating the recruitment of general practitioners (GPs) and dentists by local governments will reduce red tape, easing the burden on many regional local governments trying to ensure their communities have the medical services they need.
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Connecting to Country strengthens culture and communities

16 May 2023
20 projects throughout the Kimberley, Pilbara, Mid West, Goldfields-Esperance and metropolitan regions will share in $469,384 through the Connecting to Country program.
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Model Financial Statements for 2022-23 — guidelines and templates

16 May 2023

LG Alert

The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) has released the Model Financial Statements (MFS) guidance material/templates that includes tiered and reduced financial reporting for local governments aligned with the State Government’s reform agenda.
WA Premier's Book Awards 2023 shortlist announced

2023 WA Premier’s Book Awards shortlists announced

16 May 2023
What do a monster, a witch, an assassin, and an owl have in common? They are all nominated for the 2023 Western Australian Premier's Book Awards.
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Work commences on new amenities at HBF Arena

15 May 2023
The expansion of HBF Arena facilities continues, with construction underway to deliver new bathroom facilities that will service members of the community who regularly use the netball courts and hockey pitch to the north of the site.

Local government reform bill passes through Parliament

12 May 2023

LG Alert

The Local Government Amendment Bill 2023 has passed through Parliament delivering tranche one of the most significant changes to the local government sector across Western Australia in more than 25 years.
2. An old run-down shed with a superimposed ‘we’re leasing/leased’ sign. The words, “Is this fair?” is superimposed over the image.

Changing the rules regulating owners and occupiers rolls

9 May 2023
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A 'chatterbox' sculpture outside of the WA Museum, Perth. The words, 'The story that could not be told'.

Restored 'Unfolding Lives' memorial takes pride of place

9 May 2023
Western Australia’s first memorial to honour children harmed in institutional care has been restored and returned to a place of prominence at the Perth Cultural Centre.
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Major tourism coup delivers exclusive Coldplay show in Perth

9 May 2023
One of the world's most iconic bands is coming to Perth on November 18 for an Australian-exclusive concert in a major tourism coup for Western Australia.
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Almost one million reasons to love the arts

8 May 2023
From an Italian-Yamaji opera to intergenerational arts collaborations, a dozen regional projects will be increasing social inclusion and access to arts and culture.
Becoming an elected Council member. A group of people sitting in a meeting room.

Becoming an Elected Council Member Forum

8 May 2023

LG Alert

A free forum for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds considering standing for local council.
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Round 2 — Have your say

8 May 2023
Regulatory Proposal Consultation Paper: Combat Sports Legislation

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