Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

DLGSC launches Strategic Plan 2024-29

New strategy to guide agency in achieving its goals over the next 5 years.

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

Creative WA

A 10 year vision to grow and sustain our creative ecosystem

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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.

DLGSC launches Strategic Plan 2024-29

New strategy to guide agency in achieving its goals over the next 5 years.

Cultural Infrastructure Toolkit

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

Creative WA

A 10 year vision to grow and sustain our creative ecosystem

Reform of the Local Government Act

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

News

Commissioner appointed to the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley

15 April 2025

Media release

A highly experienced and respected member of the Kimberley community, Mr Jeff Gooding PSM, has been appointed Commissioner of the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley by Local Government Minister Hannah Beazley.

Sprinkers on the pitch at the Sam Kerr Football Stadium

Next stage of works to make Sam Kerr Football Centre even bigger and better

11 April 2025

Media release

The WA Government has awarded a $4 million tender to a local Western Australian company to begin an exciting new chapter for the recently opened Sam Kerr Football Centre in Queens Park.

Artists and shoppers looking at painted canvas' at the Revealed art market

New and emerging WA Aboriginal artists Revealed

11 April 2025

Media release

Western Australia's popular showcase of Aboriginal art, Revealed: New and Emerging WA Aboriginal Artists, returns to Perth/Boorloo, presented in the heart of the Perth Cultural Precinct.

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Changes to online gambling harm advertising

9 April 2025

In line with the Australian government's National Consumer Protection Framework (NCPF) for Online Wagering, the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC) has changed the messages online bookmakers must use to inform consumers about the potential harms associated with gambling.

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Cross-agency cooperation will target criminal activity in gambling industry

9 April 2025

Three key Western Australian agencies have joined forces to bolster the integrity and monitoring of the gambling industry in the state.

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Licensing tips for a smooth end-of-season wind up

9 April 2025

With the summer sports season coming to an end, it’s an ideal time for licensees at clubs to review policies and guidelines to know their limits and boundaries ahead of the wind-ups and annual dinners.

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Inclusive hiking initiative coming to the City of Kalamunda

7 April 2025

New Hiking is for Every Body program aims to make hiking accessible for people of all abilities, helping more West Aussies experience the benefits of outdoor recreation.

Public sector reform

31 March 2025

From 1 July 2025 DLGSC will be renamed the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport

Making it easier to do business in WA — review of the Standards of Licensed Premises policy

31 March 2025

The Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL) has updated the Standards of Licensed Premises policy so it reflects a more modern, risk-based approach and removes duplication with other agencies’ requirements.

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Reminder: Good Friday trading

19 March 2025

Licensees planning a special event for Good Friday have the opportunity to apply for an occasional liquor licence and trade without the requirement for liquor to be sold or supplied alongside a meal.

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Poster for Ern Halliday Recreation Camp Day program 15 and 16 April 2025. Image of 5 children having fund outdoors.

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Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

DLGSC launches Strategic Plan 2024-29

Cultural Infrastructure Toolkit

Creative WA

Reform of the Local Government Act

DLGSC launches Strategic Plan 2024-29

Cultural Infrastructure Toolkit

Creative WA

Reform of the Local Government Act

News

Commissioner appointed to the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley

Next stage of works to make Sam Kerr Football Centre even bigger and better

New and emerging WA Aboriginal artists Revealed

Changes to online gambling harm advertising

Cross-agency cooperation will target criminal activity in gambling industry

Licensing tips for a smooth end-of-season wind up

Inclusive hiking initiative coming to the City of Kalamunda

Public sector reform

Making it easier to do business in WA — review of the Standards of Licensed Premises policy

Reminder: Good Friday trading

Events

Ern Halliday Ultimate Adventure Day Program

Woodman Point Outdoor Adventure Day Program

Bickley Outdoor Adventure Day Program

Bickley Outdoor Adventure Day Program

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