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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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10 years of helping kids connect with community through Kidsport

18 November 2021
The State Government’s popular KidSport program celebrated 10 years of helping families connect with their community through sport at a special event held in Leederville today.
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The Dog Amendment (Stop Puppy Farming) Bill 2021 has passed through Parliament

18 November 2021

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This means changes to the Dog Act 1976 to better regulate the breeding of dogs in Western Australia.
Three people standing in front of a plaque for the opening of the Spinnaker precinct at Ern Halliday Recreation Camp.

Historic camp re-opens following $3.7 million refurbishment

17 November 2021
The State Government has delivered its $3.7 million WA Recovery Plan revitalisation project of the Ern Halliday Recreation Camp in Perth's northern suburbs.
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Council Member Essentials Training

16 November 2021

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Following the 2021 Ordinary Elections, local governments are reminded that under the Local Government Act 1995, council members must complete the Council Member Essentials (CME) training course.
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Plan on a Page to the local government sector

16 November 2021
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries has launched its Plan on a Page to the local government sector.
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Tourism operators celebrated at Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards

15 November 2021
Tourism business founder Troy Thomas was posthumously awarded the Sir David Brand Medal for Tourism at the 2021 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards last night.
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It’s show time: bigger and better FRINGE returns to WA

10 November 2021
The FRINGE WORLD Festival will return in 2022 bigger and better than ever, with the State Government providing a significant funding boost.
Bibbulmun Track with guide sign, Beedelup National Park, Western Australia

Lotterywest grant funds new tech for Bibbulmun Track

10 November 2021
Hikers and volunteers who use the Bibbulmun Track will soon benefit from new online resources to help make their journey easier.
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Surf’s Up! Lotterywest funds for Margaret River Surf Life Saving Development Centre

10 November 2021
The next generation of surf life savers will benefit from a wave of funds for the Surf Life Saving WA Development Centre in Margaret River.
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Local government reforms announced

10 November 2021
The State Government has announced the most significant package of major reforms for WA Local Government since the Local Government Act 1995 was passed more than 25 years ago.
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Four WA athletes to benefit from VenuesWest Brand Ambassador Program

10 November 2021
Four of the State's high performing athletes have been selected for the VenuesWest Brand Ambassador Program which is now in its fourth year.
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Remembrance Day

9 November 2021

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Flags at half mast and observance of 1 minute of silence on Thursday 11 November 2021.
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Local government reforms announced

9 November 2021
The State Government has announced the most significant package of major reforms for WA Local Government since the Local Government Act 1995 was passed more than 25 years ago.
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Spot the signs and show gambling who’s boss

8 November 2021
As Responsible Gambling Awareness Week (RGAW) kicks off today, the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries is encouraging Western Australians to recognise the warning signs before gambling becomes a problem.
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A look back at the WA Trails and Recreation Forum 2021

4 November 2021
A record number of people gathered in Albany for the WA Trails and Recreation Forum 2021.
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New Art Gallery of WA rooftop venue set to open with stunning views

4 November 2021
The State Government's $10 million project to transform the Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA) rooftop is complete, with the 500-capacity multipurpose arts space and bar now Perth's biggest rooftop venue.

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