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An architects impression of the interior of the redeveloped Perth Concert Hall

Breaking ground raises curtain on concert hall refurbishment

May 20, 2025
Preliminary works commenced in April for the $150.3 million transformation of the historic Perth Concert Hall
An artist using a VR set

A renewed focus for WA’s Creative Industries

May 19, 2025
Culture and the Arts renamed Creative Industries highlighting importance in WA’s economic diversification.
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre volunteer (centre) Hannah Bremner.

Connecting communities through volunteers

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

Creative workforce scoping study

May 16, 2025
Creative Australia and Service and Creative Skills Australia (SaCSA) recently released the Creative Workforce Scoping Study.
A view of the stage and attendees at the WA Export Awards 2024

Entries now open for local innovators and exporters

May 16, 2025
We know WA’s creatives punch well above their weight. This is your chance to be recognised. Two awards programs opened in early May recognising local achievements.

Wave of excitement as newly renovated Albany Surf Club opens

May 16, 2025
The newly renovated Albany Surf Life Saving Club at Middleton Beach is officially open and ready to serve club members and the local community after a $3.3 million renovation.
A suburban street with houses and in the background is the Perth CBD skyline.

New Local Government Financial Indicator on MyCouncil website

May 14, 2025

LG Alert

Changes to make it easier for community members to compare data.
A mural of WA wildflowers on the outside wall of Heath Park Pavilion

Construction completed at new sporting hub in Eglinton

May 12, 2025
Northern suburbs sports clubs, community groups and residents will soon be able to enjoy new amenities at the Heath Park Pavilion in Eglinton.
A group of people holding soccer balls stand under a shelter on a football pitch

Wauhop Park upgrades level playing field for women’s football

May 12, 2025
The WA Government continues to prioritise community sporting infrastructure and encourage female participation in sport, with upgrades at the Wauhop Park soccer ground in East Fremantle complete.
Children and families at the new playgound

New all-abilities playground in Clarkson open for the community

May 9, 2025
A new, inclusive play space developed in Clarkson with significant funding from the WA Government has proved an instant hit with children and parents.
Students from Christmas Island High School stand with olympian Kylie Wheeler

WA’s wide-reaching sport and recreation sector

May 8, 2025
Did you know our Great Southern team has a lead role in helping strengthen the sport and recreation sector throughout the Indian Ocean Territories?
The jumps at the Briggs Park pump track

Pump track construction ramps up in Byford

May 7, 2025
Works are underway on the construction of a new bike pump track in Byford which promises to be a vibrant recreational hub for the local community.
Page reviewed 10 June 2025