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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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Cemeteries Act and Cremations Act Review

15 November 2023
The public, community groups, industry and government bodies are invited to comment on a discussion paper released as part of a review of the Cemeteries Act 1976 and the Cremation Act 1929 (the Review), now available on the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries’ website.
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WA and SA to play for the honour of holding up the Rod Marsh Cup

15 November 2023
The inaugural Rod Marsh Cup has been unveiled ahead of Western Australia's Sheffield Shield clash against South Australia.
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Duo to splashdown in Germany

15 November 2023
Home grown WA talent Jake Smith and Harrison Hynes have been announced as members of the Australian Lifesaving Team.
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Athlete Safeguarding Governance and Culture Review of the Western Australian Institute of Sport

14 November 2023
The Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industries is pleased to announce the Athlete Safeguarding Governance and Culture Review of Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) has commenced and we are now calling for contributions.
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Chapter closes on 2023 Premier's Reading Challenge

10 November 2023
Students from across Western Australia have read a total of more than 363,000 books in just 4 months — a new record for the Premier's Reading Challenge.
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Returning ocean events set to make waves in Busselton

10 November 2023
One of Australia's biggest swimming festivals is set to return to Western Australia for a second year in 2024, injecting millions of dollars into the local economy.
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Mingullatharndo (Five Mile) goes dry to reduce alcohol-related harm

10 November 2023

Media release

Mingullatharndo (Five Mile) in the Pilbara has become the latest liquor restricted community in Western Australia in response to concerns raised by local leaders and as part of the State Government’s ongoing action to reduce alcohol-related harm.
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True Sport child safeguarding resources unveiled

10 November 2023
Latest initiative to create and maintain safe environments for children and young people in sport.
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Flying of flags: Remembrance Day

9 November 2023

LG Alert

Remembrance Day is a day of special significance, commemorating the loss of Australian lives in all wars, conflicts and peace operations.
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Alternative King's Birthday Public Holiday Date 2024

8 November 2023

LG Alert

The Governor has declared that the Celebration Day for the Anniversary of the Birthday of the Reigning Sovereign (King’s Birthday public holiday) will be observed in 2024 on Monday 23 September.
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WA's strengthened Banned Drinkers Register passes Parliament

8 November 2023

Media release

New laws to strengthen the Banned Drinkers Register passed through Parliament yesterday to improve its effectiveness in reducing alcohol-related harm.
Local Government Act changes

Local government reform webinar 7

6 November 2023

LG Alert

Please join us for our monthly reform webinar.
Waringarri Arts Community Nights and Wirnan Performances teach young people about their culture

Funding supports successful cultural and arts alliance in Kimberley

3 November 2023
More than $1 million in additional funding over 4 years has been approved for the successful Wirnan Cultural Engagement and Learning Project involving 6 art centres in the Kimberley.
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Flying of flags: State funeral for Hon. William (Bill) George Hayden

1 November 2023

LG Alert

A State Funeral Service for the Honourable William (Bill) George Hayden AC will take place at 9.00 am AWST on Friday 3 November 2023 at St Mary’s Church, Elizabeth Street, Ipswich, Queensland.
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Great Southern region setting for new film starring Daisy Ridley

1 November 2023
Western Australia’s Great Southern region will provide a stunning backdrop for a survival-thriller film featuring international star Daisy Ridley (Star Wars sequel trilogy).

Thomas family on target at Sporting Clays National Championship

31 October 2023
71-year-old Mick Thomas shares more than just a bloodline with his 15-year-old grandson Liam.

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