Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

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TrueSport program enhanced

New portal providing sporting organisations access to sector-specific training, resources and implementation guidance.

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Reform of the Local Government Act

The State Government is reforming the Local Government Act 1995. Good news for rate payers and residents.

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WA attracts biggest-ever screen production to the State

Season 2 of the award-winning crime series The Twelve will be filmed in Western Australia.

Inside the Bronze Box - State Theatre Centre of WA. Photo Eva Fernandez.

Cultural Infrastructure Toolkit

Resources for holistic cultural infrastructure planning and investment in the State until 2030 and beyond

Culture WA portal

Treasures of Western Australia digitised and accessible to all.

News

CEO recruitment and termination

16 April 2024

LG Alert

Local government councils must approve, by absolute majority, appointments to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and their employment contracts.

Notice of Extension of Remediation Period

16 April 2024

On 26 March 2024, the Minister for Racing and Gaming, the Hon. Paul Papalia CSC MLA, announced his decision to extend the initial 2-year remediation period for the casino licensee.

Local Government Minister Hannah Beazley MLA at Pinjar ORV site near Wanneroo

Upgrade to off-road vehicle areas

11 April 2024

The upgrade of two ORV areas in York and Ledge Point are providing safe and environmentally friendly sites for trail bike, quad bike and all-terrain vehicle users.

School funding to advance the journey of Aboriginal reconciliation

10 April 2024

Advancing and promoting Aboriginal reconciliation in the community through WA school and kindergarten projects is the aim of a DLGSC program which is currently offering a total of $799,000 in grants.

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Guidance on council and committee meetings updated

28 March 2024

LG Alert

Guidance material on council and committee meetings has been updated to better support the establishment and operation of committees in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995.

City of Wanneroo gets active with Hiking Participation Grant

28 March 2024

Our Hiking Participation Grants Program is an initiative that aims to leave a lasting impact on the accessibility, safety and enjoyment of hiking experiences across the diverse landscapes of WA.

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Contract awarded for Albany Entertainment Centre works

26 March 2024

The State Government has awarded the contract for important roof repairs at the iconic Albany Entertainment Centre, with Colab Construction to start work soon.

New Chair appointed to the Gaming and Wagering Commission

26 March 2024

The government has announced the appointment of highly respected former Deputy Police Commissioner Gary Dreibergs for a three-year term.

Standing in the seating area at a stadium are Marcelyn Nicolaou, Executive Director, DSLGC ; Matt Bamford, Member and Partnerships Manager, SportWest; David Bruce, Referee, Football West; and Andrew Tye, Perth Scorchers, WA Cricket.

Good sideline behaviour the latest focus for True Sport

21 March 2024

SportWest releases latest package of resources aimed at promoting a positive culture, respect and fair play from the sidelines.

International Festival of Hockey to descend on Perth

21 March 2024

Fans can now purchase tickets to see the world's best men's and women's hockey teams play off in Western Australia, ahead of the Paris Olympics this year, as part of a new global hockey event.

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