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Wave of excitement as newly renovated Albany Surf Club opens

May 16, 2025
The newly renovated Albany Surf Life Saving Club at Middleton Beach is officially open and ready to serve club members and the local community after a $3.3 million renovation.

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Promotional banner reads: New funding ingnites artistic development of WA's next generation of artists

New funding ignites development of WA's next generation of artists

19 December 2025

Media release

Western Australia's creative future is a fresh canvas for the inaugural recipients of the Creative WA Fellowships and Creative WA Internships programs.
A man on an adaptive mountain bike, on a forest trail.

Outdoor Active Recreation Participation Program: Break the Boundary

18 December 2025
Breaking boundaries on WA’s trails.
Connor Wright leads a race during a ride through a forest.

South West cyclist rolls into Europe

18 December 2025
Connor Wright’s ability on 2 wheels has peddled him from Bunbury to Europe as one of WA’s most promising cyclists.
Arist's impression of the Perth Concert Hall forecourt

Perth Concert Hall redevelopment main works contract awarded

17 December 2025

Media release

The redevelopment of the iconic Perth Concert Hall has achieved a significant milestone with the main works awarded to ADCO Constructions.

2025 Changes to the Liquor Control Act 1988

12 December 2025
Changes to the Liquor Control Act
A young girl in a theatre smiling. Text reads Kids Access All Areas Vouchers Program

Kids Access All Areas Vouchers to unlock world of culture and arts

12 December 2025

Media release

Western Australian children will have the chance to immerse themselves in a world of arts and culture these school holidays, with the launch of the new Kids Access All Areas Vouchers Program.
A group of young people playing football on a grassed oval

KidSport and community team up to get Kimberley kids in the game

11 December 2025
Collaboration between a dedicated social worker and WA Police has harnessed KidSport to help more than 50 Kimberley children jump from the sidelines to represent Kununurra Football Club.
An image of a reef at low tide, with text: Strategic Plan 2026 to 2029

CITS Strategic Plan launched

10 December 2025
We've officially launched the CITS Strategic Plan 2026 to 2029.

LGIRS office closure - December and January

10 December 2025
Christmas and new year closure period 2025-26

Local government reform webinar

9 December 2025
Register for our local government reform webinar on new Audit, Risk and Improvement Committees and Inspector regulations.

State Government gets Halls Creek oval upgrade back on track

8 December 2025
The State Government will provide further funding to ensure long-awaited upgrades to the Halls Creek oval are delivered for the community in time for the 2026 local football season
The crowds enjoying the Dordaak Kepup Open Day.

New community hub for Landsdale

8 December 2025

Media release

The people of Landsdale now have a vibrant new community space with the official opening of the Dordaak Kepup Library and Youth Innovation Hub.
Image of Scott Reserve with text: Tender awarded for new pavilion at Scott Reserve. PlayOn WA

Tender awarded for new pavilion at Scott Reserve in High Wycombe

8 December 2025

Media release

The development of a new pavilion at Scott Reserve in High Wycombe will begin shortly, with AE Hoskins awarded the design and construction tender by the City of Kalamunda.

Pride in the pool: Rainbow Swans Carnival brings community together

5 December 2025
Rainbow flags draped across the stands at Beatty Park Leisure Centre as performers dazzled the crowd for the 2025 Pride Swimming Carnival.
Logo for the International Day of People with Disability

Celebrating unity and accessibility: CITS on International Day of People with Disability

4 December 2025
The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) yesterday joined communities around the world in recognising International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), celebrating the contributions, achievements and leadership of people with disability.

BudgetBet clients paid out owed money

4 December 2025

Media release

107 BudgetBet customers to receive more than 86 per cent of claim entitlement

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