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Place Innovation Awards recognise public spaces brought to life

Oct 9, 2024
Projects that transform under-utilised or degraded public places into vibrant and attractive spaces for use by local communities have been recognised at the second annual Minister for Local Government’s Place Innovation Awards.
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Music workshops share learnings on Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property

Oct 9, 2024
More than 170 participants took part in free workshops offered to music creators and organisations in Boorloo (Perth) covering the Australian Music Centre’s Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property (ICIP) Policy.
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$1.5 million to support a new horse racing event in Kalgoorlie

Oct 7, 2024
The horse racing industry in the Goldfields is a clear winner with a WA Government commitment of $1.5 million over three years to enhance the annual Kalgoorlie Race Round, a significant social event on the local calendar.
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Lotterywest grant to give Dogs' Refuge Home a new leash on life

Oct 7, 2024
The Dogs' Refuge Home in Shenton Park is embarking on a major redevelopment project that will improve conditions for its furry residents and volunteers.
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West Coast Visions initiative funding boost

Oct 4, 2024
Screenwest has announced its highly coveted West Coast Visions initiative is now worth $1.5 million thanks to an increase in funding.
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Licensees warned about overcrowding

Oct 2, 2024
The Director of Liquor Licensing Lanie Chopping is warning licensees that they could face prosecution if they fail to comply with occupancy limits at licensed venues in Western Australia.
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Banned Drinkers Register — Approved Identification update

Sep 27, 2024
From 30 September 2024 the WA Working with Children (WWC) card, issued by the Department of Communities, will not be accepted as an approved ID for the Banned Drinkers Register (BDR).
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Guide dog graduates take the next step to helping our community

Sep 27, 2024
A group of 13 dogs, many assisted by WA Government funding, will soon be serving our community after graduating from their Guide and Assistance Dog training.
Artist’s impression of the redeveloped Perth Concert Hall.

Redevelopment to allow iconic Perth Concert Hall to shine

Sep 26, 2024
The $150.3 million redevelopment of the much-loved Perth Concert Hall is set to begin in early 2025, to restore the building's architectural legacy, preserve its renowned acoustics and enhance connections to the surrounding forecourts.
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Speaking with community at Yamatji on Country

Sep 26, 2024
Strength in community self-determination at annual event.
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Awesome merger to stimulate the imagination of young minds

Sep 25, 2024
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

Sep 25, 2024
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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