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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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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.
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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.
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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.

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.

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.
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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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Netball court refurbishment delivered at Hay Park in Bunbury

6 October 2025

Media release

The major refurbishment has delivered modern facilities for the Bunbury Netball Association with the reconfiguration of 14 aging courts to 12 new courts that meet national standards.
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Million-dollar Golden Saddle kicks off new era for Goldfields' racing

6 October 2025

Media release

The inaugural Golden Saddle slot race was run and won in Kalgoorlie-Boulder on 4 October 2025 after the WA Government's commitment of $1.5 million to establish the new regional racing drawcard.
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Families set for fun as AWESOME Festival launches for school break

1 October 2025

Media release

The 2025 AWESOME Festival officially opened, marking the first major festival presented under the newly formed Barking Gecko Arts - a merger between Awesome Arts and Barking Gecko Theatre Company.

Changeroom upgrades boost inclusivity at Burrendah Reserve

30 September 2025

Media release

The WA Government's continued investment in grassroots sport has delivered upgraded changeroom facilities at Burrendah Reserve in Willetton, enhancing access and inclusivity for local teams and community groups.
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Not-for-profits supported to continue bringing creativity to WA

30 September 2025

Media release

Fourteen not-for-profit arts and creative organisations have shared in funding of $358,000 to foster a vibrant and creative economy.

State Cabinet records from 1994 released from the State Archives

26 September 2025

Media release

State Cabinet records in the State Archives have been opened to the public after 30 years to reveal official decisions that have shaped our Western Australia.
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Grassroots sport to benefit from funding boost

18 September 2025

Media release

A total of 189 community sports organisations will share in $4.3 million of funding for new equipment and facility upgrades as part of 2025 State election commitments.
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Regional galleries shine brighter with $314,000 upgrade boost

17 September 2025

Media release

A major investment by the WA Government will open up more arts experiences for Western Australians in regional communities.

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