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

Aug 6, 2025
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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Pam Glossop

Veteran administrator and Olympian retires

28 April 2022
After 6 years as Club Development Officer at the City of Busselton, Pam Glossop said her farewells and prepared for retirement and a life on the road traveling around Australia.
Photo portrait of Brendan McNally

New Regional Officer for DLGSC South West Office

28 April 2022
Get to know Brendan McNally, who is the new Regional Officer for the South West office in Bunbury
Flood lights on an oval

Grants light up the sporting night

21 February 2022
More people will be able to play sport well into the night thanks to the latest round of funding in the Club Night Lights Program (CNLP).
A tennis court and ball

Funding supports community by helping sport

11 February 2022
21 projects have received funding in the latest round of grants from the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF).
An aerial photo taken of the Western Australian town of Newman at sunrise

Funding ensures more sport and recreation opportunities for Newman youth

2 February 2022
The State Government has provided funding to YMCA WA for the delivery of a new school holiday and out of school hours program in Newman.
A lady and a gentleman dancing on a dance floor.

Project means more people ‘Candance’

13 January 2022
The Candance Dance Studio Bunbury is providing opportunities in DanceSport for people with special needs through the ‘Shall we Dance Sport’ project.
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South Mandurah club supporting tennis for all

13 January 2022
The South Mandurah Tennis Club recently worked with local disability services providers and education support schools to set up the Tennis For All program.
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KidSport turns 10 and changes lives

16 December 2021
KidSport has had a huge impact on kids all over WA. Since 2011, more than 245,000 vouchers have supported more than 100,000 children to participate in club sport and swimming lessons.
Teenagers at tennis clinic

Small grants a big factor in creating healthy, happy communities

1 December 2021
The State Government has awarded nearly $900,000 to more than 20 local governments and community organisations to improve sport and recreation facilities.
Prevelly Beach Margaret River estuary

Surf’s Up! Lotterywest funds for Margaret River Surf Life Saving Development Centre

10 November 2021
The next generation of surf life savers will benefit from a wave of funds for the Surf Life Saving WA Development Centre in Margaret River.
Exterior view of the changerooms

New gender neutral changerooms level playing field for women’s sport in Exmouth

1 November 2021
The Exmouth Recreation Centre's new gender-neutral changerooms were officially opened today, with Sport and Recreation Minister Tony Buti in town to mark the occasion.
Swanbourne Nedlands SLS

Lotterywest revamp for booming Swanbourne Nedlands Surf Life Saving Club

20 August 2021
Facilities at Swanbourne Nedlands Surf Life Saving Club will be upgraded following a beach boom that has seen membership numbers soar.
Artist impression of the State Football Centre showing players in the foreground and the building in the background

Kicking goals as construction begins on $32.5 million State Football Centre

18 August 2021
​Works have kicked off on Western Australia's $32.5 million State Football Centre, marking a major milestone for the thriving local football community.
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Club Corner — Every Club update from the Peel and South West region

12 August 2021
Local governments across the Peel and South West regions have received funding through the Every Club Grant Scheme to support local club development programs.
A group of women talking and holding mountain bikes

Linga Longa Mountain Bike Club creating a legacy

12 August 2021
The Linga Longa Mountain Bike Club received Active Regional Communities funding to support their club members and leaders to become accredited coaches in mountain biking.
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Mandurah Bowling and Recreation Club making bowls a game for all

12 August 2021
The Targeted Participation Program is continuing to provide funding for organisations to promote participation and active engagement of communities in sport and active recreation.

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