Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

Homegrown talent hits the red carpet at CinefestOZ

Media release

Homegrown talent is rubbing shoulders with international celebrities this week at Australia's premier destination film festival, CinefestOZ.

New online portal helping more children and young people speak up

DLGSC has launched a new child friendly complaints webpage to provide children and young people with a dedicated online space to speak up and make a complaint about a DLGSC operated or funded service or program.

New funding to help local governments create or upgrade off-road vehicle areas

$4.8 million funding initiative to help local governments meet growing community demand for safe, high-quality facilities.

Long service leave improvements for local government workers

Media release

New regulations for long service leave for local government employees are now in effect, providing a raft of improvements for around 23,000 Western Australian workers.

$3.8 million for major redevelopment of Leederville Oval

Media release

The State Government has committed $3.8 million in funding towards a major redevelopment of Sullivan Logistics Stadium in Leederville.

Liquor licensing policy reform a big win for WA hospitality industry

Media release

Big changes to the Western Australia’s Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL) policies will make it easier for small and medium sized liquor hospitality and tourism operators to do business in WA.

DLGSC’s steadfast commitment to children and young people’s safety

Statement of Commitment sets the path for ensuring child safety is a priority at DLGSC and across its industry sectors.

Simpler temporary accommodation (caravan and camping) approvals

LG Alert

Local governments to enable temporary accommodation approvals for people camping including caravans and tiny homes on wheels.

State memorial for legendary football icon John Todd

Media release

A State Memorial Service will be held at Optus Stadium today as Western Australia formally honours football legend John Todd who passed away on Tuesday 4 June at the age of 86.

KidSport boost to support WA foster and family carers

Media release

Western Australians who foster or care for children alongside their biological children will be able to get KidSport vouchers for all 5 to 18-year-olds in their family.