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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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Getting the show back on the road for rescheduled events

15 March 2022
Western Australians can look forward to a series of rescheduled events thanks to the expansion of a popular State Government initiative.
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New funding program to build capacity of State Sporting Associations

14 March 2022
State sporting associations (SSAs) will have access to a new program that provides more pathways for coaches and officials to pursue development opportunities, thanks to the State Government.
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Architect named for Perth Concert Hall redevelopment

10 March 2022
WITH Architecture Studio and OMA have been appointed as lead architects for the redevelopment of Western Australia's iconic Perth Concert Hall.
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Goldfields Banned Drinkers Register trial officially starts

9 March 2022
The Goldfields Banned Drinkers Register (BDR) trial is now in full effect, meaning all customers require approved photo identification to buy takeaway alcohol.
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State Government shines light on outdoor recreation

8 March 2022
The State Government is investing $400,000 to encourage more Western Australians to get active outdoors.
State Cultural Treasures Awards 2022

Prestigious WA arts and culture award calls for public nominations

8 March 2022

Media release

The State Government is proud to bestow the State Cultural Treasures Awards (formerly State Living Treasures) in 2022.
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WA regions score with grants to grow sport

4 March 2022
Regional Western Australians will get more opportunities to participate in sport thanks to the State Government's latest round of Regional Servicing Grants worth $870,000.
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Spotlight on: City of Bayswater

3 March 2022
Outgoing City of Bayswater CEO Andrew Brien speaks to Local Matters about the City, its achievements and the future.
City of Subiaco CEO Colin Cameron

Spotlight on: City of Subiaco

3 March 2022
City of Subiaco CEO Colin Cameron talks about the City and his career so far.
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Activating Alfresco Rebate Program

3 March 2022
The Activating Alfresco Rebate Program will open shortly.
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Main works contract awarded for State Football Centre project

3 March 2022
The main works contract for the new State Football Centre in Queens Park has been awarded to Broad Construction, with works scheduled to begin this month.
Montage of Tokyo Paralympian dual gold medallist Madison de Rozario OAM with Christina Matthews, Chief Executive Officer of the Western Australian Cricket Association

WA’s top sports stars shine under Optus Stadium lights

28 February 2022
The State's most outstanding sports stars were recognised at the prestigious SportWest Awards ceremony held at Optus Stadium recently.
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Work begins on $5.9 million youth hub for Ellenbrook kids

25 February 2022
A sod turning today has marked the start of construction on a $5.9 million purpose-built youth centre to support young people in Ellenbrook.
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Level 1 COVID-19 Business Assistance Package

24 February 2022
The State Government has announced almost $67 million for a new COVID-19 Business Assistance Package for businesses adversely affected by increasing cases and the necessary implementation of Level 1 public health and social measures.
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It’s your last chance to have your say about local government reform

24 February 2022
Local governments have until this Friday (25 February) to take part in a consultation which will help inform how proposed reforms to local government are implemented.
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New regulations to tighten alcohol home deliveries

22 February 2022
The State Government has introduced new regulations to strengthen requirements around the home delivery of liquor to help minimise alcohol-related harm.

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