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Construction works at the Perth Cultural Centre

Progress continues at the Perth Cultural Centre

Jan 23, 2026
As we enter the new year, the Perth Cultural Centre (PCC) Rejuvenation Project continues to make progress, having achieved several key milestones in recent months.
4 people in safety attire holding shovels at the construction site

Work begins on Chung Wah Community Centre

Jan 23, 2026
$10 million election commitment funding to support new centre
A group of athletes pose for the camera on an indoor netball court

Pathways to potential: WAIS Para Unit leading the way

Jan 21, 2026
The WA Institute of Sport (WAIS) is ensuring para-athletes have the right pathways and support to reach their potential
Robyn Kuhl alongside former President VWA Ian Phipps

Celebrating 14 years of growth and inclusion in Volleyball WA

Jan 15, 2026
After 14 years as CEO for Volleyball WA, Robyn Kuhl reflected on her journey as one that spiked a “sleeping giant” into one of Western Australia’s most inclusive and fastest-growing codes.
A smiling child in a theatre seat with the words, Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program allocation exhausted'

Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program great success

Jan 6, 2026
Helping to fuel young imaginations, one experience at a time.
A night scene with purple coloured drone hovering over a river

Action Plan Taskforce members announced

Jan 6, 2026
Meet the team driving development of the Creative Industries Action Plan.
Promotional banner reads: New funding ingnites artistic development of WA's next generation of artists

New funding ignites development of WA's next generation of artists

Dec 19, 2025
Western Australia's creative future is a fresh canvas for the inaugural recipients of the Creative WA Fellowships and Creative WA Internships programs.
A man on an adaptive mountain bike, on a forest trail.

Outdoor Active Recreation Participation Program: Break the Boundary

Dec 18, 2025
Breaking boundaries on WA’s trails.
Connor Wright leads a race during a ride through a forest.

South West cyclist rolls into Europe

Dec 18, 2025
Connor Wright’s ability on 2 wheels has peddled him from Bunbury to Europe as one of WA’s most promising cyclists.
Arist's impression of the Perth Concert Hall forecourt

Perth Concert Hall redevelopment main works contract awarded

Dec 17, 2025
The redevelopment of the iconic Perth Concert Hall has achieved a significant milestone with the main works awarded to ADCO Constructions.
A girl in a theatre smiling with the words, 'Kids Access All Areas Vouchers Program, allocation exhausted'

Kids Access All Areas Vouchers to unlock world of culture and arts

Dec 12, 2025
Western Australian children will have the chance to immerse themselves in a world of arts and culture these school holidays, with the launch of the new Kids Access All Areas Vouchers Program.
A group of young people playing football on a grassed oval

KidSport and community team up to get Kimberley kids in the game

Dec 11, 2025
Collaboration between a dedicated social worker and WA Police has harnessed KidSport to help more than 50 Kimberley children jump from the sidelines to represent Kununurra Football Club.
Page reviewed 10 June 2025
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