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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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Reconciliation banners on St Georges Terrace, Perth

Street banners celebrate National Reconciliation Week

1 June 2021
Organisations from across Western Australia are showing their commitment to and support for reconciliation by sponsoring a banner through the Reconciliation Week Street Banner Project.
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Want to make a difference? Consider running for your local council this September

1 June 2021
Community members are called on to nominate as a candidate in the upcoming local government elections to be held on 16 October 2021.
Centennial Park Precinct in Albany

Community scores in latest round of sport and recreation grants

1 June 2021
Community organisations and local governments are set to benefit from State Government funding to encourage more participation in sport and recreation, through the development of basic infrastructure.

Comment sought on planning reforms

28 May 2021

LG Alert

Local governments are being invited to comment on the next phase of reforms to streamline the planning system and reduce red tape.
Lanie Chopping

Department welcomes new interim Director General

28 May 2021
The department would like to extend a warm welcome to its new interim Director General, Lanie Chopping, who starts in the role on Monday 31 May.

Changes to application deadlines for some culture and the arts grants

25 May 2021
There are some important dates to remember if you’re planning to apply to some of the department’s culture and the arts grant programs.
Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags

Flying of flags: National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week

20 May 2021

LG Alert

Flying the Indigenous flags on National Sorry Day and throughout National Reconciliation Week recognises the significance of these events for all Australians and is a sign of respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and culture.
Spectators arrive at Optus Stadium

Perth secures historic Ashes Test and One Day International for 2021-22 season

19 May 2021
Cricket's greatest rivalry is set to return to Perth following today's announcement that Optus Stadium will host the fifth Ashes Test between Australia and England from January 14 to 18 next year.
The Stidwell Family from left to right Sienna Hepworth (Mike Stidwell’s Grandaughter) Denise Legge (winner) Jill Stidwell and Siobhan Hepworth (Mike Stidwells Daughter) .

Pony Club volunteer recognised with prestigious award

18 May 2021
Pony Club Western Australia Great Southern Zone stalwart Denise Legge has won the prestigious Mike Stidwell Medal, for her longstanding commitment to sports volunteering in Western Australia's Great Southern region.
The lighthouse on Rottnest Island, Western Australia

Rottnest Island riding global wave in surfing championship splash

14 May 2021
After two weeks of huge swell at the competition in Margaret River, the World Surf League Championship Tour is heading to Rottnest Island, marking the first time Western Australia has hosted two world surfing events in the same year.
The Alternative Archive exhibition

The Alternative Archive gives unique insight into local voices

14 May 2021
Diverse artistic voices from across the State are being celebrated with the opening of The Alternative Archive survey exhibition in Perth.
Duncan Ord

New leadership for State Government departments

13 May 2021
Effective Monday 31 May 2021, a number of Directors General are changing departments, or taking planned retirement.
Jacaranda trees blooming in front of townhouses in the suburb of Subiaco in Perth, Western Australia.

Authorised Inquiry reports tabled in Parliament

13 May 2021

Media release

Authorised Inquiry reports into three local governments have been tabled in the Western Australian Parliament.
Amazing sea view from the air at Exmouth.

‘Regional Climate Alliances’ to support local government action on climate change

11 May 2021
Two 'Regional Climate Alliances' will be set up in Western Australia this year, thanks to a State Government commitment of $500,000 to support local government collaboration on climate change.
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Restrictions on the sale of packaged liquor due to COVID-19 — Kimberley region

11 May 2021
The Director of Liquor Licensing has reviewed the previous restrictions on liquor purchases in the Kimberley put in place to support measures taken due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
A life guard entering the ocean

National Surf Life Saving event shore to attract swell of support

10 May 2021
More than 5000 surf lifesavers from around the nation are set to make a splash across Perth's iconic beaches as the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships return to Western Australia in 2022.

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