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Art and sport team up at Australia’s home of hockey

Aug 26, 2025

Local Western Australian artists Jon Tarry and James Morton, working together as TARRMACstudio, have been awarded the Australian Hockey Centre’s $576,000 public art contract.

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A montage of three portrait photos of James Morton, Jon Tarry, Sharyn Egan

Art and sport team up at Australia’s home of hockey

Media release

Local Western Australian artists Jon Tarry and James Morton, working together as TARRMACstudio, have been awarded the Australian Hockey Centre’s $576,000 public art contract.

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WA art hubs set for funding boost

Media release

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

An artist render of the new Pavilion at the WACA ground

Major announcement for world-class aquatic and health hub at the WACA Ground

Media release

The Western Australian Government, in partnership with WA Cricket, has announced the name and operator of the exciting new aquatic and health facility within the historic WACA Ground precinct in East Perth.

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Art program funding to help boost wellbeing for young people

Media release

Young people across Western Australia are set to benefit from a new round of creative programs aimed at supporting mental, social and emotional wellbeing, as well as strengthening community connections.

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Next stage of Morgan Park redevelopment underway

Media release

Works begin on a brand-new multi-use pavilion to complete the transformation of this well-loved community sporting precinct.

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School’s in for community sports across WA

Media release

Community groups and public schools across the state are benefitting from the Community Use of School Sporting Facilities (CUSSF) program following the announcement of the initiative’s first recipients.

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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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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

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.

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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.

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.

First pitch complete for Australia’s home of hockey

Media release

The Australian Hockey Centre is on track, with completion of one of four new international-standard pitches, including lighting and turf upgrades.

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