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South West baller hooping her own way🏀

Jul 30, 2025

Mia Anderson used to find it a challenge to step outside of her comfort zone and try new things.

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Port Hedland Community Centre cutting of the ribbon for the opening

Revitalised Port Hedland sport and community hub opens

The State Government has delivered on a $10 million election commitment with the opening of the redeveloped Port Hedland Community Centre today.

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Connecting to Country strengthens culture and communities

20 projects throughout the Kimberley, Pilbara, Mid West, Goldfields-Esperance and metropolitan regions will share in $469,384 through the Connecting to Country program.

WA Premier's Book Awards 2023 shortlist announced

2023 WA Premier’s Book Awards shortlists announced

What do a monster, a witch, an assassin, and an owl have in common? They are all nominated for the 2023 Western Australian Premier's Book Awards.

Outside the entrance of HBF Arena Joondalup

Work commences on new amenities at HBF Arena

The expansion of HBF Arena facilities continues, with construction underway to deliver new bathroom facilities that will service members of the community who regularly use the netball courts and hockey pitch to the north of the site.

A 'chatterbox' sculpture outside of the WA Museum, Perth. The words, 'The story that could not be told'.

Restored 'Unfolding Lives' memorial takes pride of place

Western Australia’s first memorial to honour children harmed in institutional care has been restored and returned to a place of prominence at the Perth Cultural Centre.

Coldplay performs live at The Apollo Theater for SiriusXM and Pandora's Small Stage Series in Harlem, NY on September 23, 2021 in New York City

Major tourism coup delivers exclusive Coldplay show in Perth

One of the world's most iconic bands is coming to Perth on November 18 for an Australian-exclusive concert in a major tourism coup for Western Australia.

A man and a girl in a sensory exhibition

Almost one million reasons to love the arts

From an Italian-Yamaji opera to intergenerational arts collaborations, a dozen regional projects will be increasing social inclusion and access to arts and culture.

Round 2 — Have your say

Regulatory Proposal Consultation Paper: Combat Sports Legislation

2 performers performing on stage. One is playing a guitar.

Augmented reality 3D artworks part of new Arts 15k-plus funding

The State Government has provided funding for 10 Western Australian arts projects through the Arts 15k-plus program for activities commencing after 1 May 2023.

Artists impression of the Ellenbrook Youth Centre

Youth centre to create new opportunities for local young people

The health, wellbeing and development of young people is at the heart of a brand new $6.46 million youth centre opening in Ellenbrook.

REVEALED WA Aboriginal Art Market

Revealed: WA Aboriginal Art Market welcomes buyers back

Indigenous artists from across the State will showcase their talents as Western Australia's biggest Aboriginal art market takes over the Fremantle Arts Centre grounds this Saturday.

Aerial view of Optus Stadium

Pat Farmer’s lap of mainland Australia begins above Optus Stadium

Ultramarathon runner Pat Farmer began his lap of mainland Australia at Optus Stadium this morning.

A group of people standing together on a netball court with the Minister.

Major boost to funding for community sport and recreation facilities

Community sport and recreation facilities throughout Western Australia will benefit from increased funding for upgrades, with an additional $7.5 million per year over the next 2 years funded in the 2023-24 State Budget.

Circus performers throwing a performer in the air

State Government’s record investment in Western Australian arts organisations

37 Western Australian organisations will receive a total of $56 million in a record-breaking round of the Arts Organisations Investment Program (AOIP).

3D render of new lookouts and trails.

Work begins on $5 million Bunbury lookout and trail transformation

Construction is now underway on a $5 million transformation of Bunbury's Maidens Reserve with an impressive scenic lookout and trail.

WACA conceptual design

State announces additional funding for the WACA Ground Improvement Project and Community Aquatic Facility

The State Government will commit an additional $32.2 million to the WACA Ground Improvement Project in the upcoming 2023-24 State Budget.

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