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Wave of excitement as newly renovated Albany Surf Club opens

May 16, 2025
The newly renovated Albany Surf Life Saving Club at Middleton Beach is officially open and ready to serve club members and the local community after a $3.3 million renovation.

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Exhibition sign "all that country holds' at entrance to art gallery

Western Australian Aboriginal art showcased in Washington DC

22 October 2025

Media release

A major exhibition showcasing Aboriginal artwork from the Kimberley opens today at the Australian Embassy in Washington DC, presenting new works by First Nations artists with support from the WA Government.
Rows of poker machines in a casino

New casino carded play set to reduce gambling harm

22 October 2025

Media release

The rollout of mandatory carded play at the casino marks the delivery of a major recommendation from the Perth Casino Royal Commission.

KidSport kicking goals in the Kimberley

21 October 2025
Children across the Kimberley are kicking goals, literally, with tens of thousands of dollars in KidSport vouchers breaking down financial barriers for participation in sport.
aerial view of the new park

New Victoria Park recreation precinct to connect the community

21 October 2025

Media release

Perth's newest recreation precinct is now open in Victoria Park, with the vibrant community space on the Swan River delivered with support from the Western Australian Government.
3 men standing in front of a fence at the Warmun Community Oval.

Giving a face to our regions

20 October 2025
Our Kimberley Regional Services team recently covered almost 2,400km across 4 days, all in the name of connecting with communities across our vast State.
Campaign image of a unicorn and a gambler with the text: Beware of chasing the unicorn bet

WA Government launches Gambling Harm Awareness Week campaign

20 October 2025
Western Australians are being urged to start a conversation during this year’s Gambling Harm Awareness Week (GHAW) to help normalise discussions about gambling.

Perth Glory kicks off new era in Mirrabooka ⚽

17 October 2025

Media release

Western Australia's premier A-League football club is kicking off its 2025 season from a new home in Perth's northern suburbs supported by a $1.2 million investment by the WA Government.
5 models on a runway during a fashion parade

Forget fast fashion — This is what the future looks like

15 October 2025
WA’s bold new celebration of circular designers, sustainable fashion and creativity.
4 people on the beach, with surfboards and in wetsuits

From survival to surfing: Sadie’s story

15 October 2025
When Sadie first stepped onto the beach, she didn’t know how to swim.

Congratulations to the winners of the Western Australian Export Awards 2025 👏

14 October 2025

Media release

WA creativity has been celebrated at this year’s WA Export Awards with three creative organisations each taking out a category win.
An old 2 story building in Coolgardie

Coolgardie Shire council to remain following show cause notice

13 October 2025

Media release

Local Government Minister Hannah Beazley has decided not to suspend the Coolgardie Shire council.
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Renowned architects to design WA's Aboriginal Cultural Centre

13 October 2025

Media release

Internationally renowned architect firm Hassell has been appointed to develop a concept design for Western Australia's landmark Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
Perth Racing Chair Carol Adams OAM, jockey Lucy Fiore and Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia.

New changerooms at Ascot for next generation of female riders

13 October 2025

Media release

Facilities for female jockeys at Ascot Racecourse have received a major upgrade as part of the Western Australian Government's commitment to racing.
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Expression of Interest - Principal Adjudicator and Deputy Adjudicator Roles

9 October 2025

LG Alert

Expressions of Interest (EOI) are being sought for the roles of Principal Adjudicator and Deputy Adjudicator roles.
Program founder and CEO of Book Builders Challenge Kristy Nita Brown speaks at the 2025 book launch at Victoria Park Library.

Creative Learning grants open new chapter for young writers through Book Builders Challenge

9 October 2025
Western Australian school kids are bringing their imaginations to life through this year’s Book Builders Challenge.
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Northam welcomes the world for Nations Mounted Games Championships

8 October 2025
The Nations Mounted Games Championships galloped into Northam this week, drawing equestrian talent from across the globe to Western Australia’s Wheatbelt.

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