From 1 July 2025, the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) replaces the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC).
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A special Royalties for Regions Racing Fund (RRRF) has been approved to fund industry projects at various regional thoroughbred and harness racing club venues.
Management of the RRRF initiative will be provided by the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) and the projects will be delivered via Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA), in consultation with racing clubs.
The infrastructure projects will include various upgrades to deliver turf, lighting, fencing, roofing, horse stalls, cameras, vision towers and administration offices, as well as steward and jockey rooms, including new facilities for female participants.
The Geraldton Turf Club works will replace the track’s irrigation system and turf at a cost of $1.3 million. The irrigation replacement is expected to be completed by September, allowing for track preparation ahead of the season resuming in October 2025.
Clubs to receive funding from the RRRF:
The $25.2 million is additional to the $1.5 million provided by the WA Government for the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Racing Club to establish the Golden Saddle Slot Race later this year, and to utilise a $261,000 grant to cover additional water costs.