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Delegates sit at tables at the Creative Industries Taskforce meeting in March 2026

Creative Industries Action Plan update

Jun 4, 2026
The Creative Industries Taskforce met again in March to prioritise actions that will support economic diversification outcomes across WA’s creative sector.

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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

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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.
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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.
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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. 🎾
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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.
A female swimmer holds up her arms in a victory pose in the pool

Power Her Play — Girls Leading the Lane 🏊🏻‍♀️

Throughout March, the Western Australian Government is celebrating the women and girls who power our sporting community through the Power Her Play campaign – shining a spotlight on participation, leadership and inclusivity.
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PALS program empowering reconciliation through education

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Western Australian schools will deliver initiatives that strengthen Aboriginal cultural learning, with 41 schools sharing in $192,667 through the State Government's Term 4 Partnership Acceptance Learning Sharing (PALS) program.

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