Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

Two Derby pubs fined a total of $140,000

Media release

The licensees of 2 Derby pubs and the owner have been fined a total of $140,000 by the Liquor Commission of Western Australia for breaches of the Liquor Control Act 1988 relating to liquor restrictions that were in place in the Kimberley region.

$54 million to support vision for a Creative WA

The WA Government has announced a $54 million funding package as part of its ambitious 10-year vision for culture, arts and creative industries in Western Australia.

Funding boost allows Albany Motorsport Park to zoom ahead

Media release

The WA Government will provide an additional $2.67 million in funding towards Stage 1B of the Albany Motorsport Park project.

$10 million to help unlock public school sports facilities for communities

Media release

The WA Government has announced a $10 million initiative to help local communities access public school sporting facilities such as basketball courts, ovals and indoor sports halls.

Share in WA stories with free museum entry

Media release

Entry to the Western Australian Museum's seven sites, including Boola Bardip, will be free this summer thanks to a $1.1 million WA Government program.

Creative Industries a priority in WA’s economic framework

Diversify WA 2024 is out now and provides an update on the State’s economic blueprint

Major milestone reached in local government reforms

LG Alert

Local Government Amendment Act 2024 advances a range of major reforms to the local government sector

Regional athletes and officials recognised with annual sports awards

The 2024 Pilbara Regional Sports Awards celebrated and recognised the achievements of local community members making an impact in sport and recreation.

Helping survivors of family and domestic violence this Christmas

Story telling is a powerful way for survivors to share their experiences of family and domestic violence, but also educate victims how they can find help.

Events funding boosts sport and recreation to keep WA moving

A cycling super challenge, wakeboarding tournament and ocean swim are just some of the events communities across Western Australia will be able to enjoy by participating or watching, made possible through WA Government sport and recreation funding.