News

Jun 30, 2021

The announcement of a new CEO at West Australian Music and an extension to the Contemporary Music Fund heralds an exciting new era for WA's vibrant contemporary music scene.

Jun 29, 2021

A new shared risk program to reactivate live performances and touring activity is opening soon, creating more opportunities for employment and venue activation in the arts industry, building on recent announcements about increased capacity limits for arts venues.

Jun 22, 2021

The successful Getting the Show back on the Road risk-share program has been expanded.

Jun 2, 2021

More than $168,000 will be shared among 15 local governments and community organisations in a new grants program to increase participation in, and develop, the State's hiking industry.

Jun 1, 2021

Community organisations and local governments are set to benefit from State Government funding to encourage more participation in sport and recreation, through the development of basic infrastructure.

May 25, 2021

There are some important dates to remember if you’re planning to apply to some of the department’s culture and the arts grant programs.

Apr 22, 2021

Peel Hockey have recently completed their first ever floorball program in the off-season after receiving an Active Regional Communities (ARC) grant from the department.

Apr 22, 2021

A number of successful infrastructure developments and upgrades have been achieved in the Peel and South West regions.

Mar 23, 2021

WA’s vibrant arts and culture sector continues to receive support from the State Government, with 17 projects representing a variety of disciplines sharing in more than $709,000 from two grants programs.