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5 models on a runway during a fashion parade

Forget fast fashion — This is what the future looks like

Oct 15, 2025
WA’s bold new celebration of circular designers, sustainable fashion and creativity.
4 people on the beach, with surfboards and in wetsuits

From survival to surfing: Sadie’s story

Oct 15, 2025
When Sadie first stepped onto the beach, she didn’t know how to swim.

Congratulations to the winners of the Western Australian Export Awards 2025 👏

Oct 14, 2025
WA creativity has been celebrated at this year’s WA Export Awards with three creative organisations each taking out a category win.
An old 2 story building in Coolgardie

Coolgardie Shire council to remain following show cause notice

Oct 13, 2025
Local Government Minister Hannah Beazley has decided not to suspend the Coolgardie Shire council.
People enjoying a night immersive light and cultural experience

Renowned architects to design WA's Aboriginal Cultural Centre

Oct 13, 2025
Internationally renowned architect firm Hassell has been appointed to develop a concept design for Western Australia's landmark Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
Perth Racing Chair Carol Adams OAM, jockey Lucy Fiore and Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia.

New changerooms at Ascot for next generation of female riders

Oct 13, 2025
Facilities for female jockeys at Ascot Racecourse have received a major upgrade as part of the Western Australian Government's commitment to racing.
Program founder and CEO of Book Builders Challenge Kristy Nita Brown speaks at the 2025 book launch at Victoria Park Library.

Creative Learning grants open new chapter for young writers through Book Builders Challenge

Oct 9, 2025
Western Australian school kids are bringing their imaginations to life through this year’s Book Builders Challenge.
Adam CYF

Best young Badminton talent shuttles into Western Australia

Oct 7, 2025
The best of young badminton talent will be on display in the heart of Wanneroo with the YONEX U13/U17 National Championships 2025 making a racquet at Kingsway Indoor Stadium from 30 September through to 6 October.
The Master Collector, July 2024

School funding boost backs next generation of creative thinkers

Oct 7, 2025
The WA Government continues to invest in the next generation of artists, with students, teachers and school communities set to experience new creative learning projects coming to their classrooms.
Staff at Woodman Point Recreation Camp

Camp culture and coastal camaraderie at Woodman Point

Oct 7, 2025
Last month, the usually tranquil grounds of Woodman Point were buzzing with energy as more than 320 clients from across Western Australia came together for a 3-day outdoor adventure.
David Broadway

WA Government's $100,000 investment helping WA's design future

Oct 6, 2025
The WA Government is investing in Western Australia's growing creative economy, awarding the 2026 Perth Design Week a $100,000 funding boost.
erial view of multiple blue and orange sports courts at night, with a banner overlay at the top reading 'PLAY ON WA 2030 BY 2030' and 'Game on at Hay Park.'

Netball court refurbishment delivered at Hay Park in Bunbury

Oct 6, 2025
The major refurbishment has delivered modern facilities for the Bunbury Netball Association with the reconfiguration of 14 aging courts to 12 new courts that meet national standards.
Page reviewed 10 June 2025
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