David Templeman

Construction to redevelop the Western Australian Cricket Association Ground has been slated to start in the coming months after an additional $32.2 million funding has been secured.

This year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup and imminent completion of the State Football Centre open opportunities for the sport.

The Community Arts Network, Theatre Kimberley and Warlayirti Artists Aboriginal Corporation are among the recipients of the state government’s $900,000 regional arts funding.

Aspirations to build aquatic centres in the Perth metropolitan area struggle to stay afloat with a proposed South Perth pool now dead in the water.

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The process behind lease renewals for a couple of iconic local venues has come to public attention in two coastal suburbs.

WA opts for a fresh strategy to help the arts and culture sector build on its post-pandemic recovery.

Former WA Football Commission chairman and ex-hospital boss Neale Fong has been appointed chair of the troubled Western Australian Institute of Sport among other board changes.

The state government has appointed KPMG to lead a review into the culture at the Western Australian Institute of Sport after the minister overhauled the organisation's board.

Peta Slocombe and Kaylene Gulich have been appointed to the board of the Western Australian Institute of Sport as the state government commences its review into the sporting body.

The Chamber of Arts and Culture WA has secured state government funding valued at $800,000 to be delivered over two years, following a 'rigorous' review of its business model.

Forward works on Western Australia’s film studio, expected to cost almost $22 million, are scheduled to start later this month.

Western Australian Cricket Association boss and decorated sportswoman Christina Matthews has resigned after more than a decade in the role.

Three directors have been appointed to the Western Australian Institute of Sport board while SportWest gains Liam Twigger as its new chair.

Former Department of Premier and Cabinet director general and government special advisor Darren Foster has been appointed chair of the state’s Heritage Council.

The state government has committed nearly $19 million for the state’s screen industry, announced at the premiere of a 12-part television series filmed in Western Australia.

The auditor-general has called on the state government to ensure transparency and accountability across community-level sport and recreation funding decisions.

A western suburbs school site, Loreto Primary and Convent, has been added to the Western Australian heritage list after the facility closed its doors.

Western Australia’s bid for a seat at the National Rugby League table appears to be gaining momentum, following Wednesday’s Australian Rugby League Commission meeting.

A proposed cap on international student numbers has sparked confusion for education providers.

The state government’s push to increase women’s senior soccer participation following last year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup has continued.

Tickets for HSBC SVNS 2025 rugby union tournament in Perth will go on sale from the middle of August.

The state government will provide the WA Institute of Sport with an additional $20.8 million over the next four years, on the back of recent Olympic success in Paris.

A design for a revamped Perth Cultural Centre has been revealed but the estimated cost for the project has escalated, with the state government investing an additional $20 million.

Mandurah MLA David Templeman has become the latest WA Labor stalwart to step down ahead of 2025, announcing his retirement after more than 20 years in state politics.

Traditional cricket rivals Australia and England will open the 2025-26 Ashes Test series at Optus Stadium on Friday November 21 next year.

Michelle Roberts has become the latest Labor parliamentarian to call time ahead of the 2025 state election, relinquishing her preselection in an announcement to parliament today.

Atlas Building, a rebrand of BGC Construction, has booked a $43 million contract to build the state government’s Mandurah Common Ground project.

The Forrests’ Minderoo Foundation has contributed $30 million towards the Edith Cowan University CBD campus, as part of a 25-year partnership with the educational institution.

Perth Glory has announced it will relocate its administration headquarters from Fremantle to Mirrabooka next year.

The East Fremantle Football Club will officially return to its traditional Moss Street home this week, following completion of the East Fremantle Community Park project.

The Perth Basketball Association’s push for a proposed new 12-court indoor multi-use stadium in Kensington has received a boost.

A new era for hockey in Australia is a step closer, following the completion of key negotiations between the state government and Curtin University.

The state government has revealed its long-awaited 10-year strategic plan for Western Australia’s arts and culture sector, backed by a $54 million funding package.

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The $55 million redevelopment of Perth Cultural Centre has started, with upgrades expected to improve safety and modernise the underutilised space.

The state government has pledged $30 million towards grassroots women’s sport across Western Australia, should it be re-elected on March 8.

Pre-election commitments to the sport and recreation industry have continued, with premier Roger Cook pledging a $186 million infrastructure investment package.

WA Labor’s surge of investment into the state's sport and recreation industry has continued, following news it has secured three-year hosting rights for two major events.