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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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$1.5 million to support a new horse racing event in Kalgoorlie

7 October 2024

Media release

The horse racing industry in the Goldfields is a clear winner with a WA Government commitment of $1.5 million over three years to enhance the annual Kalgoorlie Race Round, a significant social event on the local calendar.
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West Coast Visions initiative funding boost

4 October 2024

Media release

Screenwest has announced its highly coveted West Coast Visions initiative is now worth $1.5 million thanks to an increase in funding.
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Licensees warned about overcrowding

2 October 2024

Media release

The Director of Liquor Licensing Lanie Chopping is warning licensees that they could face prosecution if they fail to comply with occupancy limits at licensed venues in Western Australia.
Artist’s impression of the redeveloped Perth Concert Hall.

Redevelopment to allow iconic Perth Concert Hall to shine

26 September 2024

Media release

The $150.3 million redevelopment of the much-loved Perth Concert Hall is set to begin in early 2025, to restore the building's architectural legacy, preserve its renowned acoustics and enhance connections to the surrounding forecourts.
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Awesome merger to stimulate the imagination of young minds

25 September 2024

Media release

Two arts organisations that focus on stimulating the creativity and imagination of Western Australia's youth are merging to increase their impact and expand their reach.
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Former councillor found guilty and fined

25 September 2024

Media release

A former local government councillor was fined by the Magistrates Court after being found guilty on 16 September 2024 of seven charges of breaching the Local Government Act 1995 arising from conduct that occurred while being a member of a council.
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Green light for Ellenbrook Community Hub with extra funding

25 September 2024

Media release

A Lotterywest grant, combined with funding from the State and Federal Governments, has resulted in the confirmed go ahead of the proposed Ellenbrook Community Hub project.
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Perth Cultural Centre to host Revealed showcase in 2025

19 September 2024

Media release

After 10 successful years at the Fremantle Arts Centre, the popular and renowned Revealed Aboriginal art exhibition returns to Perth, bringing together Western Australian Aboriginal art centres and independent artists for an exhibition, art market, and more.
World premiere season of Beneath the Music presented by Encounter, produced by Performing Lines WA. Directed by Jay Emmanuel. Subiaco Arts Centre, May 2023. Photo by Dan Grant.

WA arts organisations share $1.32 million in WA Government grants

19 September 2024

Media release

A total of $1.32 million in grants awarded to support 22 innovative arts organisation-led projects across Western Australia.

Hiking Participation and Active Outdoor Recreation Grants now open

18 September 2024

Media release

Being active outdoors fosters a cohesive, prosperous, vibrant and healthy West Australian community.
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$55 million rejuvenation to breathe new life into Perth cultural icon

15 September 2024

Media release

The new design for the highly anticipated rejuvenation of the Perth Cultural Centre (PCC) has been unveiled today, with the transformation set to make the icon the heart of the city.
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Students explore creative flair through in-school grants 🎨

12 September 2024

Media release

From writing and drawing to explorations in flora, students at a number of Western Australian schools will be exploring their creative side, thanks to the latest round of culture and the arts grants.
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Funding strengthens rich storytelling culture

9 September 2024

Media release

A new round of funding will support the gestation and birth of unique Western Australian Aboriginal stories, while also supporting the groups who tell them.
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Pilbara and Kimberley to join in regional pools splash

9 September 2024

Media release

The successful KidSport Regional Pools Program is now diving into the Pilbara and Kimberley regions
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Homegrown talent hits the red carpet at CinefestOZ

6 September 2024

Media release

Homegrown talent is rubbing shoulders with international celebrities this week at Australia's premier destination film festival, CinefestOZ.
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Long service leave improvements for local government workers

2 September 2024

Media release

New regulations for long service leave for local government employees are now in effect, providing a raft of improvements for around 23,000 Western Australian workers.

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