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Cricket training pitch and nets at Ridgewood Park

Finishing touches to Ridgewood Park now complete 🏏

15 July 2025

Upgrades to the City of Wanneroo's Ridgewood Park have now been completed, delivering on the WA Government's commitment to ensure the well-used community sporting precinct is fit for purpose.

An artis impression of the playfields at the Malaga Sporting Precinct - Stage 1

Expressions of interest open for Stage 1 of Malaga Sports Precinct

24 June 2025

Media release

The WA Government has opened Expressions of Interest (EOI) for construction partners to deliver Stage 1 of the Malaga Sports Precinct — a landmark project set to transform sporting infrastructure in Perth’s growing north-eastern corridor.

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80 years of adventure, learning and community at Bickley Camp

6 June 2025

Media release

Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp is today celebrating 80 years of rich history where generations of Western Australians have discovered the joy of outdoor adventure, built lifelong memories, and grown through shared experience in nature.

Aerial view of the stage 2 development area.

Football scores as works begin on Stage 2 Sam Kerr Football Centre

5 June 2025

The WA Government has officially kicked off Stage 2 works on Western Australia's premier football facility with turning the first sod on the $4 million contract to expand the Sam Kerr Football Centre today.

Construction works at the Norm Sadler Pavilion

Upgrades begin after $2.4m investment in Norm Sadler Pavilion

23 May 2025

Media release

A community sporting hub in the City of Kalamunda is a step closer to completion with works underway on the upgrades to the Norm Sadler Pavilion at the Maida Vale Reserve.

DLGSC and DBCA delegates with the new Horse Trail Management Guidelines launched at the 2025 WA Trails Forum

New guidelines the mane event at WA Trails Forum

22 May 2025

More than 150 key decision-makers from government, the not-for-profit sector and businesses came together in Mandurah at the 2025 WA Trails Forum to discuss and plan the future of trails and recreation and launch a key trail planning document.

Spare Parts Puppet Theatre volunteer (centre) Hannah Bremner.

Connecting communities through volunteers

19 May 2025

National Volunteer Week (19 to 25 May 2025) begins today with thousands of events and activities taking place across the country to celebrate.

An aerial view of a few people hiking on a mountain track.

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.

WA communities score big with $17.5 million boost to upgrade sport and recreation facilities

31 January 2025

Media release

2025–26 CSRFF and CNLP Forward Planning round supports 32 sport and recreation facilities.

A court and seating at the new Kalgoorlie Boulder Basketball Stadium

Official tip-off for revitalised Goldfields Basketball Stadium

30 January 2025

Media release

The revamped Kalgoorlie Boulder Basketball Stadium, a critical piece of regional sporting infrastructure, has been officially opened after a $14.8 million transformation.

Montage of 4 sporting facilities with text: 31 facilities are receiving upgrades to help more West Aussies stay active

WA communities enriched with upgraded sport and recreation facilities

20 December 2024

Media release

Improvements to sport and recreation facilities will soon flow from the latest Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF) and Club Night Lights Program (CNLP) grants awarded by the WA Government.

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Events funding boosts sport and recreation to keep WA moving

4 December 2024

A cycling super challenge, wakeboarding tournament and ocean swim are just some of the events communities across Western Australia will be able to enjoy by participating or watching, made possible through WA Government sport and recreation funding.

$1.6 million funding delivers local youth and community projects

4 December 2024

Media release

3 major recreation projects in Perth’s south-eastern suburbs have now been completed with a total investment from the WA Government of $1.6 million.

An artists impression of the Dalyellup community and youth centre

Construction to begin on Dalyellup community and youth centre

22 November 2024

Media release

Work will soon begin on the Dalyellup multipurpose community and youth centre project in what will become a valuable local asset made possible by a $9 million investment by the WA Government.

Negotiations clear path for national hockey centre in Perth

13 November 2024

Media release

Negotiations are now complete for the construction of the Hockey Australia Centre of Excellence, allowing a state-of the-art hub for hockey to be established at Curtin University in Bentley.

Back home for East Fremantle Sharks and footy fans

4 November 2024

Media release

Works on the East Fremantle Community Park are now complete, with the Sharks Football Club moving into the $34 million, state-of-the-art facility, returning to their home ground after a three-year absence.

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WA sport and recreation industry committed to children and young people’s safety

23 October 2024

WA Children’s Week is a time to recognise the importance of, and reaffirm commitment to keeping our children and young people safe and free to enjoy their participation in community sport.

WA kids splash into summer with free regional pool entry

22 October 2024

Media release

Eligible children throughout regional Western Australia will have free access to local pools this summer following a successful trial of the KidSport Regional Pool Program earlier this year.

Children's Week WA 2024 18 to 27 October 2024

Celebrating our amazing children and inspiring the next generation

18 October 2024

Children's Week 2024: a week of fun, learning, and advocacy for children throughout Western Australia

Sport and Recreation Minister David Templeman with Squash WA General Manager Leigh Kaye on a squash court.

Squash reaps benefits from centre upgrade in Belmont

17 October 2024

Media release

Players are already reaping the benefits from upgrades underway at the Belmont Squash and Sports Centre with $1.6 million in funding allocated to the project through the State Sporting Infrastructure Fund.

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Training and events

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Creating Progressive Development Environments and Experiences for Sport: A miniseries with Dr. Alex Lascu

5:00pm 30 June 2025 to
6:00pm 20 August 2025

In alignment with the broader Creating Progressive Development Environments and Experiences education series, this series facilitated by Dr. Alex Lascu will help state sporting associations improve their understanding of pathway development in sport.

Inclusion and participation webinar — Moving from a bolted on to a baked in inclusion approach

9:30am to 11:00am
23 July 2025

The Inclusion and Participation webinar series is run by Inclusive Sport Design (ISD) in partnership with the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.

Sport Integrity Australia — Planning Safe Sporting Events

10:30am to 11:30am
6 August 2025

Deaf awareness training

1:00pm to 3:00pm
7 August 2025
Leederville

Build inclusive communities and empower deaf and hard of hearing individuals

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Participation and achievement in sport and recreation

We provide a range of services, initiatives and programs to help all Western Australians increase their physical activity in safe and inclusive environments.

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KidSport

KidSport enables Western Australian children to participate in community sport and recreation.

Every Club

We are committed to giving every club in Western Australia access to resources, guides, training opportunities and information on how they can improve their club and support their volunteers and members.

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Recreation camps

Our recreation camps are special places where Western Australians of all ages can participate in unique outdoor activities.

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Regional services

The department provides a vital service to regional communities across the State.

Industry development

The heart and soul of any organisation is its people, and why we emphasis capacity building.

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High performance

Creating a sports system for athletes to achieve their potential in national and international sport.

Outdoor active recreation

Guiding local and regional outdoor recreation planning to maximise the benefits for all Western Australians.

Participation

Being inclusive means welcoming everyone, regardless of age, gender, race and ability.

Safety and integrity

Integrity is the basis of sport’s reputation for fair and ethical behaviour.

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Gender diversity

There are economic, cultural, social and health benefits to having more women involved in leadership roles.

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Places and spaces

Together with local government, we help the development of sport and recreation facilities in WA.

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Sports related visas

Western Australian sporting associations and clubs often need to work with coaches, players, officials, managerial staff and scientific staff from other countries.

State Football Centre

A home for Football West’s administration and include training facilities and playing fields.

Research and policy

Monitoring trends in sport and recreation, to deliver the best advice to the organisations we service.

Combat Sports Commission

Ensuring all participants enjoy meaningful health and safety protections.

Building Active Bodies and Brains

Fundamental movement resources

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Acknowledging iconic Western Australian sportspersons

Acknowledging the importance of recognising and celebrating iconic individuals, groups and events that have made an extraordinary impact and contribution to the WA community through sport and recreation.

Funding for sport and recreation

The department provides funding to promote participation and achievement in sport and recreation.

Sport and recreation funding Recently funded organisations