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Thundersticks women inspire the next generation 🏑

Apr 29, 2026

The Perth Thundersticks women continue to set the standard on and off the hockey field.

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Perth Thundersticks team photo

Thundersticks women inspire the next generation 🏑

The Perth Thundersticks women continue to set the standard on and off the hockey field.

two teams of volleyball players sit on an indoor court, playing adaptive volleyball

Adaptive volleyball growing participation and inclusion across WA 🏐

Volleyball WA is setting itself as one of Western Australia’s brightest examples of inclusive sport.

A silent disco is taking place in a rotunda in a park

Major State Budget support for key arts organisations and events

Media release

This year's 2026-27 State Budget will continue to support Western Australian arts organisations with nearly $40 million to back WA's creative industries.

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Western Australian Aboriginal art showcase returns to Boorloo 🎨

Western Australia's top Aboriginal art showcase Revealed will return to Boorloo (Perth) on Saturday 18 April 2026, showcasing the strength and diversity of Aboriginal creativity through a free exhibition and vibrant open-air art market.

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Byford ready to ride with upgraded facilities 🚴🛹

Media release

The new Byford Bike Pump Track and upgraded Byford Skate Park now complete and ready for the community.

Text graphic reads: WA Music Week 4026, 7 to 16 August

WA Music Week 2026 back with major boost for WA's music industry ♪♫♪

Media release

Western Australia's vibrant music scene will step into the limelight again this August, with the return of WA Music Week 2026 in Fremantle.

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CITS Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2026-31

The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) has released its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026–31

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Revealed is coming…

WA’s biggest celebration of Aboriginal art returns to Boorloo (Perth) this April.

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$1.3 million Warmun Oval redevelopment ready for bounce-down

Media release

Redevelopment of Warmun Oval is now complete ahead of the East Kimberley Football League season.

A small group of people on a bush walking track in the Perth hills.

Intro to Trail Running Series on track

Trails WA has put Western Australians on the right track by recently hosting 3 introductory trail running events for people of all ages and abilities.

The Perth Concert Hall undergoing redevelopment works showing a building shell

Main works are underway for the Perth Concert Hall!

The redevelopment of the Perth Concert Hall is now in full swing with the main works underway, marking an exciting new chapter in the revitalisation of Perth’s iconic home of music and entertainment.

Photo of a child in a theatre with text: Kids Access All Areas - claim by 31 May 2026

It’s nearly curtain call!

Thousands of WA kids have enjoyed arts and culture thanks to the Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program.

A group of women in kayaks on a calm river

Pause for Life — Supporting women through movement, connection and Government investment

Paddle WA is on board a unique Western Australian initiative that’s assisting women navigating menopause.

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Australian Judy Davis in first production at the Perth Film Studios 🎬

Media release

Australian actress Judy Davis will star in the first production at the Perth Film Studios, a new Stan Original series Two Birds with Stephen Peacocke and British BAFTA award winner Sheridan Smith.

An aerial view of tennis courts at Montrose Park

Montrose Park upgrades serve up better community tennis facilities

Media release

Girrawheen's local sporting clubs and community members are set to benefit from upgraded facilities at Montrose Park, with the redevelopment of the Montrose Park Amenities Building now complete. 🎾

4 people stand next to Margaret Medcalfe

WA’s second State Archivist turns 100

Celebrating her 100th birthday today, former Western Australian State Archivist, Ms Margaret Medcalf OAM, has made some noteworthy marks in history or her own.

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