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Little Italy takes over Stadium Park for Italian Football Festival

Aug 5, 2026
A taste of Italy has arrived in Perth, with Little Italy transforming Stadium Park into a vibrant celebration of Italian culture, food, entertainment, and football.
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Fantastico! One week to go until blockbuster Italian Football Festival ⚽

Jul 31, 2026
The countdown is on for Western Australia's highly anticipated Italian Football Festival, with some of the biggest names and clubs in world football set to arrive in Perth over the coming week.
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Perth to host AFL Origin in 2027 and 2029

Jul 29, 2026
Perth has scored yet another Australian-exclusive event, with the AAMI AFL Origin set to return to Optus Stadium in February 2027 and again in 2029.
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AFL Origin to deliver lasting legacy for WA community football

Feb 18, 2026
Thanks to the WA Government's support, revenue from the sold-out 2026 AAMI AFL Origin match will be reinvested directly back into WA football, delivering lasting benefits for grassroots clubs, volunteers and communities across the State.
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AFL Origin returns to Western Australia

Feb 12, 2026
Football fans are set for a historic showdown as AFL Origin returns, with Western Australia taking on Victoria in a long-awaited state-based clash.
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