Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport

Funding boost sets stage for regional creative performances tour

Media release

Regional communities across Western Australia will receive greater access to a range of creative performances in 2027 with $424,315 in support from the State Government through the Regional Creative Industries Fund (RCIF).

Strong first year delivers results for Western Australia

The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) has delivered a successful first year, achieving strong results across tourism, creative industries, sport and recreation, multicultural affairs, and Aboriginal cultural initiatives.

Register now for AusArt Day 2026

AusArt Day is a unified call to action aimed at amplifying the visibility of arts philanthropy.

A revitalised Perth Cultural Centre is taking shape

Project update

Project progress to September 2026 – Stay up to date!

Strengthening the State's performing arts workforce

Media release

The State Government is supporting the future of Western Australia's performing arts workforce in partnership with CircuitWest through an expanded TechWest Conference and the launch of a new Technical Traineeship Pilot Program.

Emerging WA sporting talent backed by $4.5 million investment

Media release

The State Government will invest $4.5 million over the next three years to strengthen sporting pathway environments and experiences for athletes, coaches, and officials across Western Australia.

Funding to help boost access to sport and recreation

Media release

The State Government is investing more than $15.1 million in the delivery of sport and active recreation opportunities across Western Australia through the 2026-27 Industry Investment Program.

It’s giving main character energy

Perth Film Studios enjoyed a blockbuster opening weekend, welcoming a cast of thousands for a behind the scenes look at WA’s state of the art production facility.

Shining a new light on Esperance Tennis Club

Media release

New sustainable LED floodlights have been installed at Esperance Tennis Club thanks to a $41,243 contribution from the State Government through the Club Night Lights Program.

Western Australia secures nation's first Endurance Swimming Hub 🏊🏽

Media release

Perth will stake its claim as the home for endurance swimming, with the announcement of $2.55 million in funding to establish Australia's first and only Endurance Swimming Hub at the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS).