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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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3 men standing in front of a fence at the Warmun Community Oval.

Giving a face to our regions

Our Kimberley Regional Services team recently covered almost 2,400km across 4 days, all in the name of connecting with communities across our vast State.

Perth Glory kicks off new era in Mirrabooka ⚽

Media release

Western Australia's premier A-League football club is kicking off its 2025 season from a new home in Perth's northern suburbs supported by a $1.2 million investment by the WA Government.
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Forget fast fashion — This is what the future looks like

WA’s bold new celebration of circular designers, sustainable fashion and creativity.
4 people on the beach, with surfboards and in wetsuits

From survival to surfing: Sadie’s story

When Sadie first stepped onto the beach, she didn’t know how to swim.

Congratulations to the winners of the Western Australian Export Awards 2025 👏

Media release

WA creativity has been celebrated at this year’s WA Export Awards with three creative organisations each taking out a category win.
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Renowned architects to design WA's Aboriginal Cultural Centre

Media release

Internationally renowned architect firm Hassell has been appointed to develop a concept design for Western Australia's landmark Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
Program founder and CEO of Book Builders Challenge Kristy Nita Brown speaks at the 2025 book launch at Victoria Park Library.

Creative Learning grants open new chapter for young writers through Book Builders Challenge

Western Australian school kids are bringing their imaginations to life through this year’s Book Builders Challenge.
Adam CYF

Best young Badminton talent shuttles into Western Australia

The best of young badminton talent will be on display in the heart of Wanneroo with the YONEX U13/U17 National Championships 2025 making a racquet at Kingsway Indoor Stadium from 30 September through to 6 October.
The Master Collector, July 2024

School funding boost backs next generation of creative thinkers

The WA Government continues to invest in the next generation of artists, with students, teachers and school communities set to experience new creative learning projects coming to their classrooms.
Staff at Woodman Point Recreation Camp

Camp culture and coastal camaraderie at Woodman Point

Last month, the usually tranquil grounds of Woodman Point were buzzing with energy as more than 320 clients from across Western Australia came together for a 3-day outdoor adventure.
David Broadway

WA Government's $100,000 investment helping WA's design future

The WA Government is investing in Western Australia's growing creative economy, awarding the 2026 Perth Design Week a $100,000 funding boost.
erial view of multiple blue and orange sports courts at night, with a banner overlay at the top reading 'PLAY ON WA 2030 BY 2030' and 'Game on at Hay Park.'

Netball court refurbishment delivered at Hay Park in Bunbury

Media release

The major refurbishment has delivered modern facilities for the Bunbury Netball Association with the reconfiguration of 14 aging courts to 12 new courts that meet national standards.
Australian Performing Arts Exchange from PAC Australia in 2025

APAM 2026 set to spotlight WA performing arts sector

The WA Government is backing Western Australia's performing arts sector, with Perth ready to host the Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM) produced by Performing Arts Connections (PAC) Australia.
Sea of Light, AWESOME Festival

Families set for fun as AWESOME Festival launches for school break

Media release

The 2025 AWESOME Festival officially opened, marking the first major festival presented under the newly formed Barking Gecko Arts - a merger between Awesome Arts and Barking Gecko Theatre Company.

Changeroom upgrades boost inclusivity at Burrendah Reserve

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The WA Government's continued investment in grassroots sport has delivered upgraded changeroom facilities at Burrendah Reserve in Willetton, enhancing access and inclusivity for local teams and community groups.
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Not-for-profits supported to continue bringing creativity to WA

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Fourteen not-for-profit arts and creative organisations have shared in funding of $358,000 to foster a vibrant and creative economy.

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