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Perth to host AFL Origin in 2027 and 2029

29 July 2026

Media release

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 🚵🏼‍♀️

28 July 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A museum display case with Commonwealth Games medals and other related historical documents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 🥇

28 July 2026

Media release

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.

5 people in high vis vests on a construction site

Construction underway on High Wycombe community sporting hub

28 July 2026

Media release

Construction has begun on the new $6 million Scott Reserve pavilion in High Wycombe, with the facility set to provide a modern sporting hub for local clubs and the wider community.

Pilbara BMX star to feature at world champs 🚴🏻‍♀️

16 July 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

16 July 2026

Media release

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 scene from Selfless Orchestra: Terra Nullius Embodied - Live at the Rechabite, February 2026. Photo: Brad Coleman.

Creative projects funding programs supporting a vibrant and creative WA!

14 July 2026

More creative funding opportunities are now open — supporting a vibrant and creative WA!

Arts funding to strengthen wellbeing for young Western Australians

8 July 2026

The State Government is investing $906,395 in community-led arts projects from Kununurra to Katanning to boost the social and emotional wellbeing of young Western Australians.