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Good sideline behaviour the latest focus for True Sport
Mar 21, 2024
SportWest releases latest package of resources aimed at promoting a positive culture, respect and fair play from the sidelines.
Samantha Kerr secures historic third WA Sports Star Award
Mar 1, 2024
Perth soccer star’s hat-trick — Sam Kerr named WA Sport Star of the Year for third time and Australian Football Rules' Troy Kirkham takes home DLGSC Sports Administrator of the Year award.
World Masters Games coming to Perth in 2029
Dec 13, 2023
Perth has been announced as the host city for the 2029 World Masters Games.
New Play Well strategy boosts inclusive sports participation
Nov 24, 2023
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has launched Play Well, Australia’s Sport Participation Strategy, to foster inclusive and diverse sporting environments and experiences nationwide.
Children’s Week 2023 — A time to celebrate and advocate for child safety
Oct 23, 2023
Children's Week, an annual celebration dedicated to children, is taking place this year from 21 to 29 October.
Applications for Community Recovery Grants Program now open
Oct 20, 2023
The Department of Local Government, Sport, and Cultural Industries is actively supporting the Community Recovery Grants Program, which is aimed at assisting communities affected by the events associated with ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie.
Sam Kerr and Matildas to open match-ready State Football Centre
Oct 16, 2023
One of the world’s best footballers — Perth’s very own Sam Kerr — and our national team the Matildas, will pull on their boots for the State Football Centre official opening later this month.
True Sport initiative to promote positive sporting environments
Sep 21, 2023
In a significant move to bolster the culture of inclusion, support and positive mental health in the sporting community, the department has provided $832,292 into phase 2 of the True Sport program.
Australia II: 40 Years On exhibition opens at WA Maritime Museum
Sep 14, 2023
Step back in time, relive the excitement and experience the legacy of Australia II’s historic America’s Cup win at the WA Maritime Museum’s ‘Australia II – 40 Years On’ exhibition.
True Sport a game changer for WA sport sector
Mar 21, 2023
The State Government has awarded SportWest more than $440,000 to develop an initiative that invests in the future of the Western Australian sport sector.
Hands Oval redevelopment gets go ahead with additional funding
Jan 10, 2023
The Hands Oval Pavilion redevelopment in Bunbury has been given a boost with an additional $3 million investment by the State Government, increasing the total contribution to $8 million as part of the WA Recovery Plan.
Project means more people ‘Candance’
Jan 13, 2022
The Candance Dance Studio Bunbury is providing opportunities in DanceSport for people with special needs through the ‘Shall we Dance Sport’ project.
South Mandurah club supporting tennis for all
Jan 13, 2022
The South Mandurah Tennis Club recently worked with local disability services providers and education support schools to set up the Tennis For All program.
Robinson Reserve upgrade
Aug 25, 2021
The redevelopment of Robinson Reserve in the City of Stirling is transforming the local community.
New funding program seeks innovative ideas to get people moving
Feb 1, 2021
A new $750,000 funding program has been announced to support innovative projects that encourage physical activity.
SportWest baton passed to Matt Fulton
Dec 24, 2020
Matt Fulton has been named as the new Chief Executive Officer of SportWest.
Female-friendly facilities get the go ahead in Exmouth
Dec 21, 2020
The State Government's focus on making venues more female-friendly continues with Exmouth Recreation Centre the latest facility to commence work on installing unisex change rooms.
24,500 more kids can bounce back to sport thanks to Lotterywest
Oct 20, 2020
The State Government has launched the new Back to Sport program, with grants available for families and sports clubs to re-engage in sport as Western Australia continues its recovery from COVID-19.
Sporting club grants shaping healthier community venues
Aug 21, 2020
Applications have opened for Healthway's Summer Healthy Sporting Club Program.
Kick off time for State Football Centre
Jun 15, 2020
The State Government will invest $16.25 million to build a State Football Centre to serve the growing football community of Western Australia.
$159m COVID-19 Relief Fund to provide crisis support
Mar 30, 2020
Premier Mark McGowan and Lotterywest have today established a $159 million COVID-19 relief fund to provide support to organisations that are helping people experiencing hardship.
VenuesWest delivers gold medal winning performance
Oct 7, 2019
State Government venue owner and operator, VenuesWest has enjoyed its most successful year ever, breaking records for attendances, events held, and funding reinvested in support of elite sport.
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