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Premier Mark McGowan is set to outline plans for the easing of coronavirus restrictions after last weekend's lockdown.

Western Australians face the prospect of an extended period of mask-wearing as the state seeks to avoid another coronavirus lockdown.

A match between the Fremantle Dockers and Brisbane Lions scheduled for this Sunday could be moved from Optus Stadium, amid the state’s ongoing COVID-19 situation.

This Sunday’s AFL match between the Fremantle Dockers and Brisbane Lions has been moved from Optus Stadium to the Gabba, as WA’s virus restrictions remain in place.

Perth’s Optus Stadium will host its first ever Ashes Test between Australia and England next year, as well as an ODI against New Zealand.

Western Australia's hard border to NSW is set to remain for at least another two months with a coronavirus outbreak in Sydney no closer to being controlled.

Western Australian authorities will consider further ramping up border restrictions for Victoria if more locally acquired coronavirus cases are detected.

A top-shelf sporting museum would be a valuable add-on to Perth’s tourism offerings.

The August 28 Bledisloe Cup blockbuster in Perth is off after New Zealand Rugby decided against sending the All Blacks to WA.

The 2021 AFL Grand Final will be held at Optus Stadium if Melbourne’s COVID situation does not improve, the league’s boss has confirmed.

AFL boss Gillon McLachlan has confirmed the grand final will be held at Optus Stadium in Perth as Melbourne's lockdown continues.

The AFL will for the first time release 10,000 grand final tickets to the general public, with prices starting from $185 each.

Health Minister Roger Cook has confirmed the AFL Grand Final will go ahead as planned this Saturday after a truck driver who travelled through regional WA earlier this month tested positive for COVID-19.

Western Australia has called for more of the state's GPs to be approved to administer COVID-19 vaccines as national figures show its trails other states in the rollout.

The head of WA’s peak sporting body has declined to back a bid for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing the short lead time and minimal impact it would have on grassroots athletics.

The looming vaccination deadline for some of the state’s most critical industries will not exacerbate current labour shortages, Premier Mark McGowan claims.

The recent defence industry dinner and awards provided an opportunity to display the strong bonds the sector has developed.

As he hangs up his boots as Football West chief executive, James Curtis talks to Business News about the world game in WA.

The 60,000-seat venue was also voted Best AFL venue in Austadiums’ Stadium Awards after hosting the 2021 Grand Final.

Japan's defence minister is among key speakers slated to address a major defence and security conference at Optus Stadium in July.

Whether building political bridges or navigating the uncertainty of COVID, Mike McKenna has played his role as Optus Stadium’s chief with a straight bat.

Many of the eye-catching projects around Perth promised a tourism benefit. Will they lift visitor spending?

Well-provided for at the extremities, Perth sports bodies would appreciate a mid-sized stadium.

English Premier League football teams Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United will be competing in Perth ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Perth’s record goalkicker Sam Kerr will play in front of up to 60,000 hometown fans as the state government announces the major move of one of the Matildas games to Optus Stadium

Premier Roger Cook has publicly raised the prospect of bringing an NFL pre-season game to Perth.

Optus Stadium and disability service provider Activ Foundation have embarked on a three-year partnership to increase accessibility to sport and entertainment events at the arena.

Emyjor Services managing director Greg Bowden was revealed as First Amongst Equals at the 40under40 Awards for 2024, winning first place ahead of a diverse cohort of WA’s young business and community leaders.

Almost $80 million will be poured into securing more events like Coldplay and WWE for the state, the Treasurer revealed in the 2024-25 budget.

Optus Stadium and PEP Transport have joined forces, with the latter to be the official transport and logistics partner to the sporting stadium and VenuesLive.

Some of the world's best female soccer players will head to Western Australia in late August for the inaugural Perth International Football Cup.

Despite just three home AFL matches during the first half of its 2024 financial period, the West Coast Eagles added to their impressive till off field.

A series of sporting events backed by the state government over the past year have added value to Western Australia’s economy.

A list of notable businesspeople has weighed in on the future of Perth, including Wesfarmers chairman Michael Chaney, property developer Adrian Fini, and WA chief scientist Peter Klinken.

Three of international rugby's biggest events in the southern hemisphere will be held in Perth next year.

Game two of next year’s rugby league state of origin will be held at Optus Stadium on Wednesday, June 18 – with an eerie sense of déjà vu as the backdrop.

The emotional rollercoaster for WA rugby league diehards continued on Tuesday, following comments from premier Roger Cook.

Perth's all-round sporting enthusiasts have been given yet another serving of sporting excellence to their growing feast this year.