The South West has plenty on offer for sport and recreational enthusiasts.
Known for its world class surfing, the South West is abundant in outdoor activities while offering many traditional sporting and recreation opportunities.
From the smallest of rural communities, to the larger regional centres, sport and recreation is one of the main social interactions within South West communities.
With close to 600 sporting and recreational clubs in the South West, meeting the needs of our evolving industry is a challenge taken on by the local staff at the department.
Funding from the department for infrastructure, increasing participation and organisational development encourages the further development of sport and recreation in the South West.
In partnership with our local governments, the Club Development Network has developed the capacity of our clubs through workshops and seminars.
Supported by the department, the South West Academy of Sport and athlete funding provides vital support to our developing talented athletes to reach their peak performance.
As local, national and international delegates streamed into Perth at the end of February, global connections and creativity were the focus of the week, with performing arts professionals showcasing their productions ready to take to the world stage.
The State Government is rolling out the red carpet for Western Australia's screen sector, with a $2.6 million investment from the 2026-27 State Budget to secure the future of CinefestOz through to 2029-30.
The Perth Thundersticks women continue to set the standard on and off the hockey field.
Volleyball WA is setting itself as one of Western Australia’s brightest examples of inclusive sport.
This year's 2026-27 State Budget will continue to support Western Australian arts organisations with nearly $40 million to back WA's creative industries.
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.
The new Byford Bike Pump Track and upgraded Byford Skate Park now complete and ready for the community.
Western Australia's vibrant music scene will step into the limelight again this August, with the return of WA Music Week 2026 in Fremantle.
The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) has released its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026–31
WA’s biggest celebration of Aboriginal art returns to Boorloo (Perth) this April.
Redevelopment of Warmun Oval is now complete ahead of the East Kimberley Football League season.
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 department works closely with a range of stakeholders in the South West region. These include local governments, the South West Development Commission, State Government agencies and not-for-profit organisations.
Brendan McNallyRegional Manager — Peel/South WestTelephone 61 8 9792 6944Email brendan.mcnally@cits.wa.gov.au
Cally GalliersRegional OfficerTelephone 61 8 9792 6946Email cally.galliers@cits.wa.gov.au
Within the South West Sportshouse there are development officers for various sports. These officers play an important role in developing and growing the sport within the region and work in close partnership with the department.
Peter DohntDevelopment ManagerMobile 0431 010 421Email devmngr@ccjsasoccer.com.auWebsite www.ccjsasoccer.com.au
Rachel NormanChairEmail swsdf@sportshouse.net.au
Rob KennedyHead of Tennis Development and ParticipationMobile 0468 589 157Email rob.kennedy@tennis.com.auwebsite www.tennis.com.au/wa
Website www.wafootball.com.au
Email mchave@wafc.com.au
Garry Moss South West Talent ManagerMobile 0423 789 426 Email gmoss@wafc.com.au
Lowen FerrySouth West Competitions CoordinatorEmail lferry@wafc.com.au