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WA art hubs set for funding boost

Aug 7, 2025

New exhibitions, residencies and art workshops coming to Mandurah and Narrogin.

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WA Government investment secures future for CircusWA and Fremantle Press

Two of Fremantle's iconic arts organisations — CircusWA and the Fremantle Press —have secured a new home, thanks to support from the Western Australian Government.

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🎶Funding is now open for WA musicians to take up career defining opportunities!

Media release

The WA Government extended its initial 2018 commitment of $3 million for a Contemporary Music Fund in 2021 with an additional $3 million over 4 years through to 2025.

Aboriginal History WA heads to the Midwest for family history road trip

Media release

Aboriginal History Western Australia (AHWA) and the State Library of Western Australia's Storylines will be hitting the road and heading to the Midwest this August to deliver free family history information sessions for First Nations peoples.

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Progress continues on Perth Concert Hall transformation

Find out what’s happening and what’s to come in the redevelopment project

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Supporting the next generation of WA creatives

Media release

Two new grant programs will soon open to support the next generation of Western Australian artists and arts workers, as part of the WA Government's plan to grow our creative industries

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Transformation of the Perth Cultural Centre progressing

Find out what’s happening and what’s to come in the rejuvenation project

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Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport is created

New functions to reflect the Public Sector Reform

Western Australia’s Scouts and Guides groups are thrilled to now be included under the Government’s KidSport program.

KidSport program welcomes Scouts and Girl Guides

Media release

The Western Australian Government's KidSport program will now include Girl Guides and Scouts clubs, giving eligible children throughout Western Australia more choice in how they stay active and connected.

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Expressions of interest open for Stage 1 of Malaga Sports Precinct

Media release

The WA Government has opened Expressions of Interest (EOI) for construction partners to deliver Stage 1 of the Malaga Sports Precinct — a landmark project set to transform sporting infrastructure in Perth’s growing north-eastern corridor.

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Upgrades complete at Balcatta Etna Football Club

Media release

The WA Government's $1.3 million funding commitment to the Balcatta Etna Football Club is now being enjoyed by the community with the completion of field lighting and upgrades to the soccer clubrooms to cater for both male and female teams.

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Construction begins on Keirnan Park Recreation and Sporting Precinct

Media release

Construction has begun on the first stage of the Keirnan Park Recreation and Sporting Precinct, a major project underpinned by a $22 million commitment from the WA Government.

Chad Anderson, Director General, Department of Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport

Chad Anderson appointed as Director General, Department of Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport

Today the Premier announced the appointment of 5 Directors General of reformed public sector agencies.

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80 years of adventure, learning and community at Bickley Camp

Media release

Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp is today celebrating 80 years of rich history where generations of Western Australians have discovered the joy of outdoor adventure, built lifelong memories, and grown through shared experience in nature.

Aerial view of the stage 2 development area.

Football scores as works begin on Stage 2 Sam Kerr Football Centre

The WA Government has officially kicked off Stage 2 works on Western Australia's premier football facility with turning the first sod on the $4 million contract to expand the Sam Kerr Football Centre today.

An Aboriginal artist painting at Mangkaja Arts Resource Agency.

Milestone for Aboriginal Cultural Centre as design tender released

Planning for a world class Aboriginal Cultural Centre overlooking the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) is one step closer with the release of a design tender.

Construction works at the Norm Sadler Pavilion

Upgrades begin after $2.4m investment in Norm Sadler Pavilion

Media release

A community sporting hub in the City of Kalamunda is a step closer to completion with works underway on the upgrades to the Norm Sadler Pavilion at the Maida Vale Reserve.

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