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Game On, Girls initiative launched to boost teenage female sport participation

Mar 16, 2026

The WA Government is supporting more girls to stay involved in community sport with the launch of Game On, Girls, a new initiative designed to strengthen female participation at local sporting clubs.

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South West baller hooping her own way🏀

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

Graphic reads: Play on WA 2030 by 2030. Transforming Sport and recreation infrastructure.

Next stage of Morgan Park redevelopment underway

Media release

Works begin on a brand-new multi-use pavilion to complete the transformation of this well-loved community sporting precinct.

A group of primary school student, in uniforms stand in the cricket nets with an adult.

School’s in for community sports across WA

Media release

Community groups and public schools across the state are benefitting from the Community Use of School Sporting Facilities (CUSSF) program following the announcement of the initiative’s first recipients.

Western Australia’s Scouts and Guides groups are thrilled to now be included under the Government’s KidSport program.

KidSport program welcomes Scouts and Girl Guides

Media release

The Western Australian Government's KidSport program will now include Girl Guides and Scouts clubs, giving eligible children throughout Western Australia more choice in how they stay active and connected.

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Expressions of interest open for Stage 1 of Malaga Sports Precinct

Media release

The WA Government has opened Expressions of Interest (EOI) for construction partners to deliver Stage 1 of the Malaga Sports Precinct — a landmark project set to transform sporting infrastructure in Perth’s growing north-eastern corridor.

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Upgrades complete at Balcatta Etna Football Club

Media release

The WA Government's $1.3 million funding commitment to the Balcatta Etna Football Club is now being enjoyed by the community with the completion of field lighting and upgrades to the soccer clubrooms to cater for both male and female teams.

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Construction begins on Keirnan Park Recreation and Sporting Precinct

Media release

Construction has begun on the first stage of the Keirnan Park Recreation and Sporting Precinct, a major project underpinned by a $22 million commitment from the WA Government.

Aerial view of the stage 2 development area.

Football scores as works begin on Stage 2 Sam Kerr Football Centre

The WA Government has officially kicked off Stage 2 works on Western Australia's premier football facility with turning the first sod on the $4 million contract to expand the Sam Kerr Football Centre today.

Construction works at the Norm Sadler Pavilion

Upgrades begin after $2.4m investment in Norm Sadler Pavilion

Media release

A community sporting hub in the City of Kalamunda is a step closer to completion with works underway on the upgrades to the Norm Sadler Pavilion at the Maida Vale Reserve.

DLGSC and DBCA delegates with the new Horse Trail Management Guidelines launched at the 2025 WA Trails Forum

New guidelines the mane event at WA Trails Forum

More than 150 key decision-makers from government, the not-for-profit sector and businesses came together in Mandurah at the 2025 WA Trails Forum to discuss and plan the future of trails and recreation and launch a key trail planning document.

Spare Parts Puppet Theatre volunteer (centre) Hannah Bremner.

Connecting communities through volunteers

National Volunteer Week (19 to 25 May 2025) begins today with thousands of events and activities taking place across the country to celebrate.

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Inclusive hiking initiative coming to the City of Kalamunda

New Hiking is for Every Body program aims to make hiking accessible for people of all abilities, helping more West Aussies experience the benefits of outdoor recreation.

Montage of 4 sporting facilities with text: 31 facilities are receiving upgrades to help more West Aussies stay active

WA communities enriched with upgraded sport and recreation facilities

20 December 2024

Media release

Improvements to sport and recreation facilities will soon flow from the latest Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF) and Club Night Lights Program (CNLP) grants awarded by the WA Government.

Negotiations clear path for national hockey centre in Perth

13 November 2024

Media release

Negotiations are now complete for the construction of the Hockey Australia Centre of Excellence, allowing a state-of the-art hub for hockey to be established at Curtin University in Bentley.

Back home for East Fremantle Sharks and footy fans

4 November 2024

Media release

Works on the East Fremantle Community Park are now complete, with the Sharks Football Club moving into the $34 million, state-of-the-art facility, returning to their home ground after a three-year absence.

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WA sport and recreation industry committed to children and young people’s safety

23 October 2024

WA Children’s Week is a time to recognise the importance of, and reaffirm commitment to keeping our children and young people safe and free to enjoy their participation in community sport.

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