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Becoming an elected council member forum

Jun 26, 2025
A free forum for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds who want to nominate for council

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Major sport and entertainment events bring economic boost for WA

21 July 2020

Media release

Western Australians were treated to a choice of sport and entertainment events last week helping to stimulate the local economy.
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Esperance’s $7.8 million indoor stadium up and running

21 July 2020

Media release

Esperance's new $7.8 million indoor sports stadium was officially opened today and is ready for the start of the winter netball season this weekend.
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Art Gallery rooftop project to feature giant Aboriginal artwork

20 July 2020

Media release

The State Government has today announced the successful contractor tasked with transforming the Art Gallery of WA's (AGWA) rooftop into a multi-use gallery space and rooftop venue over the next six months.
State Government support to culture and the arts during COVID-19. Information is included below.

State Government COVID-19 response $23.4 million for culture and the arts in Western Australia

8 July 2020
The State Government has responded to the needs of the culture and the arts sector in Western Australia, providing $23.4 million in funding and support as part of COVID-19 responses.
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Big boost for WA arts, sport and community sectors seeking relief

6 July 2020

Media release

The State Government, through Lotterywest, has provided the biggest agenda of grants — in number and value-making up more than $47.5 million in crucial funding to the Western Australian community.
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A fairer play for elite athletes with new training arrangements

3 July 2020

Media release

The State Government has opened up new career opportunities for Western Australian elite athletes after reducing the minimum hours required to undertake an apprenticeship or traineeship.
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Relief fund to support galleries to bounce back

1 July 2020

Media release

A $195,000 relief fund will be available for eligible regional art galleries that had to cancel exhibitions and close their doors due to COVID-19.
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$1 million program to rekindle regional arts

1 July 2020

Media release

A new $1 million grant program will provide vital funding to support ongoing creative and cultural activity in Western Australia's regions.
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Western Australia to host nation’s first post COVID-19 live music event

30 June 2020
Live music in Western Australia is officially back with the announcement that up to 4000 fans will be able to support popular local bands on Saturday July 18, the day WA celebrates the lifting of all COVID-19 crowd restrictions.
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The Inquiry into the City of Perth concludes

30 June 2020

Media release

The Inquiry into the City of Perth has ended and its report — with more than 250 findings and more than 300 recommendations — delivered to the Minister for Local Government, the Hon. David Templeman MLA.
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WA Hiking Strategy to sustain boom in bushwalking and trail running

24 June 2020
The State Government has released a 10-year WA Hiking Strategy to ensure Western Australians continue to enjoy the great outdoors in a safe and sustainable way.
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Partnership to support healthy active communities in the Kimberley

18 June 2020
Children and young people from 37 Kimberley communities are to benefit from $400,000 provided to encourage sporting and other activities under the Smarter Than Smoking Active Communities Program.
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Continued investment into regional film production

16 June 2020

Media release

Screen production in Western Australia's spectacular regions has received a $16 million investment over the next four years through the State Government.
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Kick off time for State Football Centre

15 June 2020

Media release

The State Government will invest $16.25 million to build a State Football Centre to serve the growing football community of Western Australia.
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Culture and the arts online grant system upgrades

11 June 2020
The DLGSC culture and the arts online grant system will undergo system maintenance and upgrades later this month. If you’re planning to apply for a grant, there are some important dates to remember.
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The lights go up at Albany Entertainment Centre

10 June 2020

Media release

The Albany Entertainment Centre (AEC) will reopen to audiences on June 18 with the first of the Harbourside Concert Series, known locally as Harbourside.

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