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Western Australian Aboriginal art showcase returns to Boorloo 🎨

Apr 17, 2026
Western Australia's top Aboriginal art showcase Revealed will return to Boorloo (Perth) on Saturday 18 April 2026, showcasing the strength and diversity of Aboriginal creativity through a free exhibition and vibrant open-air art market.
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Byford ready to ride with upgraded facilities 🚴🛹

Apr 16, 2026
The new Byford Bike Pump Track and upgraded Byford Skate Park now complete and ready for the community.
Text graphic reads:  WA Music Week 4026, 7 to 16 August

WA Music Week 2026 back with major boost for WA's music industry ♪♫♪

Apr 16, 2026
Western Australia's vibrant music scene will step into the limelight again this August, with the return of WA Music Week 2026 in Fremantle.
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CITS Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2026-31

Apr 16, 2026
The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) has released its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026–31
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Revealed is coming…

Apr 14, 2026
WA’s biggest celebration of Aboriginal art returns to Boorloo (Perth) this April.
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$1.3 million Warmun Oval redevelopment ready for bounce-down

Apr 13, 2026
Redevelopment of Warmun Oval is now complete ahead of the East Kimberley Football League season.
A small group of people on a bush walking track in the Perth hills.

Intro to Trail Running Series on track

Apr 2, 2026
Trails WA has put Western Australians on the right track by recently hosting 3 introductory trail running events for people of all ages and abilities.
The Perth Concert Hall undergoing redevelopment works showing a building shell

Main works are underway for the Perth Concert Hall!

Mar 30, 2026
The redevelopment of the Perth Concert Hall is now in full swing with the main works underway, marking an exciting new chapter in the revitalisation of Perth’s iconic home of music and entertainment.
A young girl in a theatre smiling. Text reads Kids Access All Areas Vouchers Program

It’s nearly curtain call!

Mar 30, 2026
Thousands of WA kids have enjoyed arts and culture thanks to the Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program.
A group of women in kayaks on a calm river

Pause for Life — Supporting women through movement, connection and Government investment

Mar 27, 2026
Paddle WA is on board a unique Western Australian initiative that’s assisting women navigating menopause.
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Australian Judy Davis in first production at the Perth Film Studios 🎬

Mar 26, 2026
Australian actress Judy Davis will star in the first production at the Perth Film Studios, a new Stan Original series Two Birds with Stephen Peacocke and British BAFTA award winner Sheridan Smith.
An aerial view of tennis courts at Montrose Park

Montrose Park upgrades serve up better community tennis facilities

Mar 26, 2026
Girrawheen's local sporting clubs and community members are set to benefit from upgraded facilities at Montrose Park, with the redevelopment of the Montrose Park Amenities Building now complete. 🎾
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