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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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3 men standing in front of a fence at the Warmun Community Oval.

Giving a face to our regions

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.
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WA Government launches Gambling Harm Awareness Week campaign

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 ⚽

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.
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Forget fast fashion — This is what the future looks like

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

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 👏

Media release

WA creativity has been celebrated at this year’s WA Export Awards with three creative organisations each taking out a category win.
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Coolgardie Shire council to remain following show cause notice

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

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

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

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

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

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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Best young Badminton talent shuttles into Western Australia

The best of young badminton talent will be on display in the heart of Wanneroo with the YONEX U13/U17 National Championships 2025 making a racquet at Kingsway Indoor Stadium from 30 September through to 6 October.
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School funding boost backs next generation of creative thinkers

The WA Government continues to invest in the next generation of artists, with students, teachers and school communities set to experience new creative learning projects coming to their classrooms.
Staff at Woodman Point Recreation Camp

Camp culture and coastal camaraderie at Woodman Point

Last month, the usually tranquil grounds of Woodman Point were buzzing with energy as more than 320 clients from across Western Australia came together for a 3-day outdoor adventure.
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WA Government's $100,000 investment helping WA's design future

The WA Government is investing in Western Australia's growing creative economy, awarding the 2026 Perth Design Week a $100,000 funding boost.

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