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.
The WA Government is backing Western Australia's performing arts sector, with Perth ready to host the Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM) produced by Performing Arts Connections (PAC) Australia.
The 2025 AWESOME Festival officially opened, marking the first major festival presented under the newly formed Barking Gecko Arts - a merger between Awesome Arts and Barking Gecko Theatre Company.
The WA Government's continued investment in grassroots sport has delivered upgraded changeroom facilities at Burrendah Reserve in Willetton, enhancing access and inclusivity for local teams and community groups.
Fourteen not-for-profit arts and creative organisations have shared in funding of $358,000 to foster a vibrant and creative economy.
State Cabinet records in the State Archives have been opened to the public after 30 years to reveal official decisions that have shaped our Western Australia.
Some families bond over backyard cricket. Others over burnt snags at a Sunday barbie. For Grant and Cooper Cheshire, it’s open water swimming. The kind that involves salt, swell and a whole lot of stamina.
Celebrating a year of impact 🎉
Avon Valley Shotokan has created local history, hosting the 2025 USKU International Karate Championship in Northam.
A total of 189 community sports organisations will share in $4.3 million of funding for new equipment and facility upgrades as part of 2025 State election commitments.
A major investment by the WA Government will open up more arts experiences for Western Australians in regional communities.
WA Music Week 2025 is in full swing, celebrating the diverse range of musical talents across the State.
The four successful musicians for the GRID Series' 2025 Outer Perth Edition have been announced, supported by a $108,000 investment from the WA Government.
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