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Red carpet rolled out for CinefestOz and State's silver screen future

May 6, 2026
The State Government is rolling out the red carpet for Western Australia's screen sector, with a $2.6 million investment from the 2026-27 State Budget to secure the future of CinefestOz through to 2029-30.

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WA Government serves up major upgrades for country tennis

11 November 2025

Media release

Tennis players in the Central Great Southern region are now able to play year-round after the completion of major upgrades to the courts at Katanning Country Club.
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WA musicians supported to chase their dreams

10 November 2025

Media release

The Contemporary Music Fund has provided grants of up to $20,000 to 24 Western Australian musicians to support career changing opportunities.
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Perth Cultural Centre reaches project milestone

10 November 2025

Media release

The Perth Cultural Centre rejuvenation project has just reached a key project milestone with the appointment of the artist team which will deliver the public art piece.
Artist impression of Elsie Austin changerooms building.

Inclusive change room upgrades underway at Elsie Austin Oval

6 November 2025

Media release

Work is underway on a $1.5 million upgrade at Mount Helena's Elsie Austin Oval to deliver inclusive change rooms for local clubs and the wider community.
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New era on the green at North Perth Bowling Club

29 October 2025

Media release

The WA Government is continuing to deliver quality community sporting infrastructure across the State, with a new accessible playing surface recently opened at North Perth Bowling Club.
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Young writers shine in new Centre for Stories anthology collection

28 October 2025

Media release

The next generation of Western Australian writers are sharing their voices through a new anthology collection launched with support from the WA Government
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Western Australian Aboriginal art showcased in Washington DC

22 October 2025

Media release

A major exhibition showcasing Aboriginal artwork from the Kimberley opens today at the Australian Embassy in Washington DC, presenting new works by First Nations artists with support from the WA Government.
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New Victoria Park recreation precinct to connect the community

21 October 2025

Media release

Perth's newest recreation precinct is now open in Victoria Park, with the vibrant community space on the Swan River delivered with support from the Western Australian Government.

Perth Glory kicks off new era in Mirrabooka ⚽

17 October 2025

Media release

Western Australia's premier A-League football club is kicking off its 2025 season from a new home in Perth's northern suburbs supported by a $1.2 million investment by the WA Government.

Congratulations to the winners of the Western Australian Export Awards 2025 👏

14 October 2025

Media release

WA creativity has been celebrated at this year’s WA Export Awards with three creative organisations each taking out a category win.
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Renowned architects to design WA's Aboriginal Cultural Centre

13 October 2025

Media release

Internationally renowned architect firm Hassell has been appointed to develop a concept design for Western Australia's landmark Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
erial view of multiple blue and orange sports courts at night, with a banner overlay at the top reading 'PLAY ON WA 2030 BY 2030' and 'Game on at Hay Park.'

Netball court refurbishment delivered at Hay Park in Bunbury

6 October 2025

Media release

The major refurbishment has delivered modern facilities for the Bunbury Netball Association with the reconfiguration of 14 aging courts to 12 new courts that meet national standards.
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Families set for fun as AWESOME Festival launches for school break

1 October 2025

Media release

The 2025 AWESOME Festival officially opened, marking the first major festival presented under the newly formed Barking Gecko Arts - a merger between Awesome Arts and Barking Gecko Theatre Company.

Changeroom upgrades boost inclusivity at Burrendah Reserve

30 September 2025

Media release

The WA Government's continued investment in grassroots sport has delivered upgraded changeroom facilities at Burrendah Reserve in Willetton, enhancing access and inclusivity for local teams and community groups.
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Not-for-profits supported to continue bringing creativity to WA

30 September 2025

Media release

Fourteen not-for-profit arts and creative organisations have shared in funding of $358,000 to foster a vibrant and creative economy.

State Cabinet records from 1994 released from the State Archives

26 September 2025

Media release

State Cabinet records in the State Archives have been opened to the public after 30 years to reveal official decisions that have shaped our Western Australia.

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