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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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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.

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.
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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

Independent Inspector takes up role

4 December 2025

LG Alert

Independent Inspector takes up role.

Expression of Interest – Panel of Monitors

4 December 2025
Are you passionate about good governance and want to help local governments thrive?
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Have your say on our new Disability Access and Inclusion Plan

3 December 2025
The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) is seeking feedback on its draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026-2031.

Alternative King’s Birthday Public Holiday Date 2026

3 December 2025
The Governor has declared that the Celebration Day for the Anniversary of the Birthday of the Reigning Sovereign (King’s Birthday public holiday) will be observed in 2026 on Monday 28 September.
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Deegan's turn of confidence through swimming

2 December 2025
12-year-old Deegan’s experience with swimming had been limited to annual school group lessons — valuable, but overwhelming.
A team of rowers on the river

Western Australia rowing builds bridges with Asia through sport

26 November 2025
Rowing WA is strengthening international ties and showcasing our State as a premier rowing destination through its Asian Engagement Program.
Artist illustration of the ACC immersive experience with people enjoying the experience

Aboriginal Cultural Centre Steering Committee communique 13

26 November 2025
The Aboriginal Cultural Centre project Steering Committee (Phase 2) held its 13th meeting on 29 August 2025.

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