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CITS launches Multicultural Plan

Mar 17, 2026
CITS is fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment to better serve our community

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People lining up to go canoeing at the Bickley Open Day 2019

Crowds flock to Bickley Camp's open day

Close to 1000 people enjoyed the free outdoor recreation activities on offer at the Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp on Sunday 7 April 2019.
Anne ZAHALKA The Bathers 1989 c-type photographic print State Art Collection, Art Gallery of Western Australia Purchased 2013 © Anne Zahalka, 1989.

First tour for 20 years - State Art Gallery works go on the road

The first exhibition as part of the Regional Exhibition Touring Boost is opening soon.
Soccer players training

State Government championing equality in sports leadership

A State Government report which highlights the stark imbalance between male and female management in sports organisations will assist the sector to strive for gender balance in its leadership roles.

Funding to boost safer venues

A major step has taken place to make Western Australia’s music venues safer, with a $60,000 investment from the State Government’s Contemporary Music Fund.
Fire fighter at the Woodman Point Open Day 2018

Wind sweeps crowd off their feet at the Woodman Point Recreation Camp Community Open Day

Approximately 1000 people turned out to enjoy the family friendly activities on offer at the Woodman Point Recreation Camp Community Open Day, on Sunday 16 December, despite windy conditions.
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29 November 2018 meeting

Communique

State Local Partnership Agreement Communique
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Inquiry Into the City of Perth Hearing

Media release

The Inquiry Into the City of Perth will be addressing serious concerns about the culture of the City of Perth, including the reported fractious relationship between elected members and the administration — and is now calling on the community to assist.
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Combat Sports Commission Stakeholder Letter

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Inquiry into the City of Perth seeks submissions

Media release

The Minister for Local Government, the Hon. David Templeman MLA, following his suspension of the Perth City Council, announced the appointment of highly experienced Barrister Anthony (Tony) Power to conduct the formal Inquiry into the City of Perth.

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