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Indian Society of WA community centre to be upgraded through $2.5 million election commitment

Jan 28, 2026
Funding part of commitment to supporting culturally and linguistically diverse communities who help to enrich the State.

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Celebrating Perth Design Week 2026 with landmark exhibition

11 February 2026

Media release

Perth Design Week (PDW) events program is launched with the opening of 'Chirriger Moort: A 30 Year Retrospective of the Work of Peter Farmer' at WA Museum Boola Bardip.
A scene from the performance Be-Bop to Hip-Hop by WAYJO and Zero Emcee

Regional Performing Arts funding backs live performance across WA's regions

11 February 2026

Media release

Regional Western Australia will benefit from a diverse program of live performing arts experiences, with ten projects supported through the WA Government's Regional Performing Arts program (RPA).
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Funding supports regional festivals, artists and creative planning

6 February 2026

Media release

Artists across regional Western Australia will be able to deliver more community-led arts and cultural activities after receiving a funding boost through the 2025-26 round of the Arts Activities in Regional Communities program
A still from the production We Bury The Dead.

Zombie thriller showcases Western Australia with cinematic release

5 February 2026
Western Australian survival thriller, We Bury the Dead, will be screening in cinemas across Australia and New Zealand from 5 February following an impressive run in the United States.

Ellenbrook Community Centre officially opened

4 February 2026
Project supported by a $3.5 million WA Government election commitment

Independent Review into Financial Sustainability and Governance of Racing and Wagering Western Australia

30 January 2026
The WA State Government has requested an Independent Review of RWWA to ensure the racing industry has a framework for long-term financial sustainability.
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Netflix making waves in Western Australia with new surfing series 🎥

29 January 2026

Media release

Cameras are rolling in the South West on Breakers, the first Netflix series to be filmed in Western Australia.
A historical photo of the Dulhi Gunyah Orphanage in East Victoria Park, circa 1911. Image is from the Western Mail, 23 December 1911, page 11.

Aboriginal family history information preserved in new index

28 January 2026

Media release

Historic records detailing the experiences of Aboriginal children placed in the Dulhi Gunyah Orphanage in East Victoria Park between 1909 and 1919 have been preserved in a newly developed, searchable database.

'Ask for Angela' safer venues campaign launched in WA

28 January 2026
The WA Government has launched the 'Ask for Angela' initiative in partnership with key industry organisations in the Perth and Northbridge Protected Entertainment Precinct (PEP).
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Indian Society of WA community centre to be upgraded through $2.5 million election commitment

28 January 2026
Funding part of commitment to supporting culturally and linguistically diverse communities who help to enrich the State.
Construction works at the Perth Cultural Centre

Progress continues at the Perth Cultural Centre

23 January 2026
As we enter the new year, the Perth Cultural Centre (PCC) Rejuvenation Project continues to make progress, having achieved several key milestones in recent months.
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Work begins on Chung Wah Community Centre

23 January 2026
$10 million election commitment funding to support new centre

Independent Review Terms of Reference

22 January 2026
The terms of reference for the review into the governance and sustainability of WA racing have been released.

Gazetted Extended Trading

21 January 2026
The Director of Liquor Licensing understands that certain times of the year bring increased demand for packaged liquor, and increased liquor consumption on licensed premises, along with community expectations to access packaged liquor and licensed premises.
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Lights, camera, action: Perth Film Studios hits practical completion

21 January 2026
$300m Perth Film Studios delivered on time and under budget, positioning WA as a premier destination for national and international filmmakers.
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Pathways to potential: WAIS Para Unit leading the way

21 January 2026
The WA Institute of Sport (WAIS) is ensuring para-athletes have the right pathways and support to reach their potential

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