Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

Lotterywest Creative Communities COVID-19 Recovery Program – coming soon

The arts play a significant role in supporting communities to tackle disruption and re-establish local connection, strength and resilience beyond the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Survey results show local governments pivotal in COVID-19 recovery

Local Government Minister David Templeman today launched the results of an online COVID-19 survey which mapped community wellbeing and resilience levels across WA.

Massive $76 million recovery package to support culture and arts in WA

Western Australia's iconic Perth Concert Hall is set to receive a $30 million upgrade and investment over the next three years as part of the State Government's WA Recovery Plan.

Major upgrades at Donnybrook and Districts Sporting and Recreation Precinct as part of WA Recovery Plan

Donnybrook is set for a big upgrade of its sport facilities as part of the State Government's WA Recovery Plan.

Report reveals roadmap to local government reform

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Local Government Minister David Templeman today released an expert report which outlines recommendations to guide the development of a new Local Government Act for WA.

Facelift for Mount Pleasant foreshore

The State Government has today announced the completion of vital construction works to combat erosion at Apex Reserve, on the Canning River Foreshore in Mount Pleasant.

COVID-19 Creative Industries Impact Survey – available now

The department is conducting a targeted survey to assess COVID-19 impacts on employment and revenue in the creative industries in Western Australia.

Game on! Unprecedented $300 million investment in sport and community infrastructure

The State Government has announced one of the most significant investments in sport and community infrastructure in Western Australian history, with a $300 million package as part of the WA Recovery Plan.

New Western Australian Museum to open on 21 November 2020

The spectacular new Western Australian Museum will open in the Perth Cultural Centre on Saturday November 21, 2020 with a nine-day festival expected to attract tens of thousands of visitors.

State Government continues to enhance world-class facilities for our athletes

The State Government has committed to providing and enhancing its world-class sporting facilities for Western Australians after the SpeedDome received a vast improvement to its facilities.