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Architects render of the main entrance at the Binar Community Hub in Midland

$6 million boost for new Binar Community Hub in Midland

Jul 16, 2026
Binar Futures' new multi-use sporting and community hub in Midland is closer to becoming a reality, supported by a further $6 million funding boost.
A scene from Selfless Orchestra: Terra Nullius Embodied - Live at the Rechabite, February 2026. Photo: Brad Coleman.

Creative projects funding programs supporting a vibrant and creative WA!

Jul 14, 2026
More creative funding opportunities are now open — supporting a vibrant and creative WA!
A large group of people sing in a choir

Arts funding to strengthen wellbeing for young Western Australians

Jul 8, 2026
The State Government is investing $906,395 in community-led arts projects from Kununurra to Katanning to boost the social and emotional wellbeing of young Western Australians.
A person doing a jump on the BMX track at Dalyellup Library and Yoth Hub

New chapter begins as Dalyellup Library and Youth Hub opens

Jul 7, 2026
The Dalyellup community came together over the weekend to celebrate the official opening of the new Dalyellup Library and Youth Hub.

NAIDOC Week 2026

Jul 3, 2026
50 Years of Deadly
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Join CITS Audit and Risk Committee – Registrations now open

Jul 3, 2026
CITS is seeking an experienced professional to join its Audit and Risk Committee as an independent member.
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Changes to leadership at Tourism WA

Jul 2, 2026
An aerial view of the Sunset heritage site and the Swan River

Unique opportunity to revive prime Swan River heritage site

Jul 1, 2026
The State Government is seeking proposals to redevelop one of Perth's most significant State heritage-listed sites.
Margaret Medcalf reading a document

WA creatives unearth historic tales from our State archives

Jun 30, 2026
A record number of 15 local creatives and researchers have been shortlisted for this year’s Margaret Medcalf Award for Excellence in Research using the Western Australian State Archives.
Graphic reads: Play on WA 2030 by 2030. Transforming Sport and recreation infrastructure.

PlayOn WA: 2030 by 2030 initiative delivering for community

Jun 30, 2026
The PlayOn WA: 2030 by 2030 initiative is delivering for community sport and recreation, with 432 infrastructure assets completed across Western Australia in its first year.
7 girls in sporting team uniform huddle in a circle

Game On, Girls grants kick-start pathways for young female athletes

Jun 30, 2026
Delivering on election commitment to support the next generation of female athletes
Wide angle view of the Kwinana Loop trail with storm clouds in the sky,

Work underway on $3.5 million Kwinana Loop Trail upgrade 🥾🚵

Jun 24, 2026
Upgrades to the Kwinana Loop Trail have officially begun, with the project set to improve connectivity and accessibility across the popular bushland trail network.
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