From 1 July 2025, the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) replaces the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC).
Sport and recreation in the Kimberley has its own unique characteristics.
Hot summers, warm winters and the region's natural attractions mean outdoor recreation such as water skiing, fishing, camping, four-wheel driving and boating are popular.
Sports depend on the community organising and supporting their own activities. Large distances between communities often make competitions between towns limited.
Passive and active recreation pursuits such as walking, art and crafts, gardening, genealogy and drama are well supported.
Upgrades to the City of Wanneroo's Ridgewood Park have now been completed, delivering on the WA Government's commitment to ensure the well-used community sporting precinct is fit for purpose.
Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia has found Crown Perth to be a suitable licensee to operate the Perth Casino. The finding was made as recommended by the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC) of Western Australia pursuant to section 21Q of the Casino Control Act 1984.
Work is already underway at the Geraldton Turf Club as part of the WA Government’s commitment to invest $25.2 million dollars to upgrade regional racecourses and support the State’s racing industry in the regions.
The WA Government extended its initial 2018 commitment of $3 million for a Contemporary Music Fund in 2021 with an additional $3 million over 4 years through to 2025.
Aboriginal History Western Australia (AHWA) and the State Library of Western Australia's Storylines will be hitting the road and heading to the Midwest this August to deliver free family history information sessions for First Nations peoples.
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Two new grant programs will soon open to support the next generation of Western Australian artists and arts workers, as part of the WA Government's plan to grow our creative industries
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New functions to reflect the Public Sector Reform
A free forum for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds who want to nominate for council
The WA Government has opened Expressions of Interest (EOI) for construction partners to deliver Stage 1 of the Malaga Sports Precinct — a landmark project set to transform sporting infrastructure in Perth’s growing north-eastern corridor.
World-class breeding and cadet training program to be strengthened with a further $5 million in WA Government funding
Today the Premier announced the appointment of 5 Directors General of reformed public sector agencies.
Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp is today celebrating 80 years of rich history where generations of Western Australians have discovered the joy of outdoor adventure, built lifelong memories, and grown through shared experience in nature.
The WA Government has officially kicked off Stage 2 works on Western Australia's premier football facility with turning the first sod on the $4 million contract to expand the Sam Kerr Football Centre today.
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Opportunity to provide feedback on draft regulations and orders to inform implementation of local government reforms
Planning for a world class Aboriginal Cultural Centre overlooking the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) is one step closer with the release of a design tender.
A community sporting hub in the City of Kalamunda is a step closer to completion with works underway on the upgrades to the Norm Sadler Pavilion at the Maida Vale Reserve.
More than 150 key decision-makers from government, the not-for-profit sector and businesses came together in Mandurah at the 2025 WA Trails Forum to discuss and plan the future of trails and recreation and launch a key trail planning document.
The Australian Hockey Centre is on track, with completion of one of four new international-standard pitches, including lighting and turf upgrades.
The department works closely with a range of stakeholders in the Kimberley region. These include local governments, the Kimberley Development Commission, State Government agencies and not-for-profit organisations.
Adam LangRegional Manager KimberleyBroome officeTelephone 61 8 9195 5757Email adam.lang@dlgsc.wa.gov.au
Jaygan SaundersRegional OfficerKununurra officeTelephone 0499 480 690Email jaygan.saunders@dlgsc.wa.gov.au
Gina BattyBetter Beginnings Regional Project OfficerState Library of Western AustraliaTelephone 0459 836 354Email gina.batty@slwa.wa.gov.au
Within the Kimberley Sportshouse there are Development Officers from Garnduwa. These officers play an important role in developing and growing the sport within the region and work in close partnership with the department.
Michael AlbertChief Executive OfficerTelephone 61 8 9195 5751Mobile 0418 938 167Website www.garnduwa.com.auEmail albert@garnduwa.com.au
Eamon RiceRegional Football SpecialistMobile 0439 660 746Website www.wafootball.com.auEmail erice@wafc.com.au