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Creative WA: A 10 year vision to grow and sustain our creative ecosystem

$54 million to support vision for a Creative WA

Dec 12, 2024
The WA Government has announced a $54 million funding package as part of its ambitious 10-year vision for culture, arts and creative industries in Western Australia.

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Review of parking local laws

LG Alert

In October 2018, the Transport (Road Passenger Services) Act 2018 (TRPS Act) was passed by the Parliament of Western Australia and a number of reforms impacting parking local laws will come into effect on 2 July 2019.
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Local Government Legislation Amendment Bill 2019

LG Alert

Local Government Legislation Amendment Bill 2019
WA State Parliament

Local Government Legislation Amendment Bill 2019

LG Alert

​In June 2017, the McGowan Government announced a review of the Local Government Act 1995 (LG Act).
People lining up to go canoeing at the Bickley Open Day 2019

Crowds flock to Bickley Camp's open day

Close to 1000 people enjoyed the free outdoor recreation activities on offer at the Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp on Sunday 7 April 2019.
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Safe work places in local government

LG Alert

Minister Templeman recently spoke of his concerns about a trend of bullying and abuse in the local government sector against elected members, CEO’s and other staff.
Anne ZAHALKA The Bathers 1989 c-type photographic print State Art Collection, Art Gallery of Western Australia Purchased 2013 © Anne Zahalka, 1989.

First tour for 20 years - State Art Gallery works go on the road

The first exhibition as part of the Regional Exhibition Touring Boost is opening soon.
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State Government championing equality in sports leadership

A State Government report which highlights the stark imbalance between male and female management in sports organisations will assist the sector to strive for gender balance in its leadership roles.
Harmony Week 2019 Friday 15 to Thursday 21 March

Get involved in Harmony Week 2019

Harmony Week, presented by the Office of Multicultural Interests, is an opportunity for all Western Australians to celebrate our vibrant multicultural State.

Funding to boost safer venues

A major step has taken place to make Western Australia’s music venues safer, with a $60,000 investment from the State Government’s Contemporary Music Fund.
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Impact of SAT decision on park homes and park home park licences

LG Alert

A recent decision of the State Administrative Tribunal has significant implications in relation to what constitutes a park home.
Red dirt road in Western Australia

Minimising harm key driver for latest Pilbara wide liquor restrictions

A number of restrictions to further minimise alcohol related harm in the Pilbara region will come into effect from 31 March 2019 following a decision by the Director of Liquor Licensing.
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Ministerial Circular 04 2018

LG Alert

With the end of the year rapidly approaching, it is timely to reflect on a busy 2018 and what promises to be an equally busy 2019.
Fire fighter at the Woodman Point Open Day 2018

Wind sweeps crowd off their feet at the Woodman Point Recreation Camp Community Open Day

Approximately 1000 people turned out to enjoy the family friendly activities on offer at the Woodman Point Recreation Camp Community Open Day, on Sunday 16 December, despite windy conditions.
WA State Parliament

Local Government Regulations Amendment (Recovery of Advanced Payments) Regulations 2018

LG Alert

​On 4 December 2018, the Executive Council approved amendments to the Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996 and the Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996.
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29 November 2018 meeting

Communique

State Local Partnership Agreement Communique
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Inquiry Into the City of Perth Hearing

Media release

The Inquiry Into the City of Perth will be addressing serious concerns about the culture of the City of Perth, including the reported fractious relationship between elected members and the administration — and is now calling on the community to assist.

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