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Perth unveiled as Australia's only SailGP race for 2027 season

May 28, 2026
Perth has secured the only Australian SailGP event on the 2027 global racing calendar, following its highly successful sold-out debut in 2026.

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Awesome merger to stimulate the imagination of young minds

Media release

Two arts organisations that focus on stimulating the creativity and imagination of Western Australia's youth are merging to increase their impact and expand their reach.
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Former councillor found guilty and fined

Media release

A former local government councillor was fined by the Magistrates Court after being found guilty on 16 September 2024 of seven charges of breaching the Local Government Act 1995 arising from conduct that occurred while being a member of a council.
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Green light for Ellenbrook Community Hub with extra funding

Media release

A Lotterywest grant, combined with funding from the State and Federal Governments, has resulted in the confirmed go ahead of the proposed Ellenbrook Community Hub project.
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Perth Cultural Centre to host Revealed showcase in 2025

Media release

After 10 successful years at the Fremantle Arts Centre, the popular and renowned Revealed Aboriginal art exhibition returns to Perth, bringing together Western Australian Aboriginal art centres and independent artists for an exhibition, art market, and more.
World premiere season of Beneath the Music presented by Encounter, produced by Performing Lines WA. Directed by Jay Emmanuel. Subiaco Arts Centre, May 2023. Photo by Dan Grant.

WA arts organisations share $1.32 million in WA Government grants

Media release

A total of $1.32 million in grants awarded to support 22 innovative arts organisation-led projects across Western Australia.

Hiking Participation and Active Outdoor Recreation Grants now open

Media release

Being active outdoors fosters a cohesive, prosperous, vibrant and healthy West Australian community.
Artist's impression of the Perth Cultural Centre redevelopment

$55 million rejuvenation to breathe new life into Perth cultural icon

Media release

The new design for the highly anticipated rejuvenation of the Perth Cultural Centre (PCC) has been unveiled today, with the transformation set to make the icon the heart of the city.
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Students explore creative flair through in-school grants 🎨

Media release

From writing and drawing to explorations in flora, students at a number of Western Australian schools will be exploring their creative side, thanks to the latest round of culture and the arts grants.
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Funding strengthens rich storytelling culture

Media release

A new round of funding will support the gestation and birth of unique Western Australian Aboriginal stories, while also supporting the groups who tell them.
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Pilbara and Kimberley to join in regional pools splash

Media release

The successful KidSport Regional Pools Program is now diving into the Pilbara and Kimberley regions
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Long service leave improvements for local government workers

Media release

New regulations for long service leave for local government employees are now in effect, providing a raft of improvements for around 23,000 Western Australian workers.
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$3.8 million for major redevelopment of Leederville Oval

Media release

The State Government has committed $3.8 million in funding towards a major redevelopment of Sullivan Logistics Stadium in Leederville.
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State memorial for legendary football icon John Todd

Media release

A State Memorial Service will be held at Optus Stadium today as Western Australia formally honours football legend John Todd who passed away on Tuesday 4 June at the age of 86.
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KidSport boost to support WA foster and family carers

Media release

Western Australians who foster or care for children alongside their biological children will be able to get KidSport vouchers for all 5 to 18-year-olds in their family.
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$20.8 million WAIS funding boost to build on Olympic success

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A $20.8 million funding boost over 4 years will support the WA Institute of Sport's (WAIS) operations and athlete development in the lead-up to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles and 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane.
THEATRE 180 Executive Director Rebecca Davis and Artistic Director Stuart Halusz, with a life-size puppetry horse head

CinePlay production receives funding to tour WA

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A unique stage production combining live theatre and cinematography will be experienced by more audiences across Western Australia thanks to $149,712 from the State Government.

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