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The new shared path in Serpentine

New shared path brings Serpentine's great outdoors closer

Aug 12, 2026
Locals and visitors can now enjoy a safer journey between the Serpentine town centre and iconic Serpentine National Park, following the completion of a new shared access path.
the newly constructed State Squash Centre building in Belmont WA

Upgraded State Squash Centre unveiled ahead of World Championships

Aug 5, 2026
Western Australia's squash community is ready to welcome teams from around the world to its new home, with the redeveloped WA State Squash Centre officially open thanks to a $2.45 million investment.
a fleet of small sailing boats on the water during a sailing competition

All hands on deck for inclusive sailing ⛵

Aug 5, 2026
For more than a quarter of a century, Sailability WA has provided people with disabilities, of all abilities the unique and freeing experience of sailing.
Graphic reads: Play on WA 2030 by 2030. Transforming Sport and recreation infrastructure.

$3 million for lighting upgrades at southern suburbs sports hub

Aug 4, 2026
The State Government will invest $3 million to upgrade floodlighting at the Lark Hill Sportsplex in Port Kennedy to support participation in community sport.
Junior socer plays on a field with Italian football players

Fantastico! One week to go until blockbuster Italian Football Festival ⚽

Jul 31, 2026
The countdown is on for Western Australia's highly anticipated Italian Football Festival, with some of the biggest names and clubs in world football set to arrive in Perth over the coming week.
5 people in suits stand on a football oval

Perth to host AFL Origin in 2027 and 2029

Jul 29, 2026
Perth has scored yet another Australian-exclusive event, with the AAMI AFL Origin set to return to Optus Stadium in February 2027 and again in 2029.
A female mountain bike rider on a bush track

Supporting women to ride and connect 🚵🏼‍♀️

Jul 28, 2026
Raelene Mountford could count on one hand the number of times she had jumped on a bike, but in her 50s she saddled up and hasn’t looked back.
A museum display case with Commonwealth Games medals and other related historical documents

WA celebrates Glasgow Commonwealth Games with live site and special 1962 exhibition 🥇

Jul 28, 2026
Western Australians can experience the excitement of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games in the heart of Perth, with selected events being shown live at Northbridge Piazza and a special exhibition celebrating the State's Games history.
Taylor Jackman on the BMX track

Pilbara BMX star to feature at world champs 🚴🏻‍♀️

Jul 16, 2026
Taylor Jackman's bike has already clocked up more kilometres than most 4-wheel vehicles do in a lifetime.
Architects render of the main entrance at the Binar Community Hub in Midland

$6 million boost for new Binar Community Hub in Midland

Jul 16, 2026
Binar Futures' new multi-use sporting and community hub in Midland is closer to becoming a reality, supported by a further $6 million funding boost.
A person doing a jump on the BMX track at Dalyellup Library and Yoth Hub

New chapter begins as Dalyellup Library and Youth Hub opens

Jul 7, 2026
The Dalyellup community came together over the weekend to celebrate the official opening of the new Dalyellup Library and Youth Hub.
Graphic reads: Play on WA 2030 by 2030. Transforming Sport and recreation infrastructure.

PlayOn WA: 2030 by 2030 initiative delivering for community

Jun 30, 2026
The PlayOn WA: 2030 by 2030 initiative is delivering for community sport and recreation, with 432 infrastructure assets completed across Western Australia in its first year.
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