A new feature-length film from local filmmaker David Vincent Smith will be made in Western Australia, thanks to a production grant from Screenwest. “David Vincent Smith is an incredible Western Australian talent. This funding will give him a leg up in the competitive industry by supporting the production of his very first feature-length film. The…
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First Boodja Native Title Transfers to Noongar People
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Aboriginal Affairs Minister Stephen Dawson and Lands Minister Tony Buti have recently executed the first documents that give effect to Boodja (Lands) transfers under the South-West Native Title Settlement (Settlement) at a signing ceremony with Noongar leaders and elders at Parliament House. These first parcels of land signify the commencement of a five-year process to…
51 Western Australian Athletes are Headed to Tokyo Games
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Western Australia will have its second highest representation on the Australian Olympic Team, with 51 athletes competing at the upcoming Tokyo Games. 45 Olympians are current Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) scholarship holders or graduates, with the support provided by WAIS helping them achieve international sporting success. WA athletes will compete in 19 sports…
Perth’s Barrack Square, Bell Tower and Jetties Receive Landmark Status
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WA Heritage Minister David Templeman has announced the finalisation of Perth’s iconic Barrack Square and Jetties in the State Register of Heritage Places. “So many of us will have wonderful memories of visiting Barrack Square and Jetties to catch a ferry to Perth Zoo, enjoy a meal with friends, cycle along the river or visit…
Grants Open for Thank a Volunteer Day Celebrations
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Organisations planning events for Thank a Volunteer Day celebrations can now apply for State Government grants of up to $1,000. Grants are available for not-for-profit, community and local government authorities across Western Australia, to support celebrations and functions that help raise the profile of volunteers within the community. “In my role as the Minister for…
Perth Majesty’s Theatre Balconies Restoration
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Visitors to His Majesty’s Theatre will soon be able to walk along the balconies and verandahs as part of further upgrades at the historic performing arts venue. The works, which commenced yesterday, are expected to create 110 jobs. “The creative industries were hit hard by COVID-19, but our performing arts venues are a crucial part…
Three New Languages to be Taught in WA Schools
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Education and Training Minister Sue Ellery have announced the development of three new languages for WA schools. “I am very pleased to announce the development of these three new language courses for Western Australian students.” Minister Ellery commented “Language and culture play an important role in a child’s development. We have an internationally diverse culture…
John Butler to star at event for WA’s forests
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Tickets are selling fast for a special event in Manjimup on Saturday January 23 starting at 5pm, which will celebrate Western Australia’s unique forests. Internationally renowned singer song writer John Butler will appear in concert ahead of an outdoor screening of the award-winning documentary Cry of the Forests at the Sandra Donovan Sound Shell in…
WA State Government Purchases Bob Hawke’s Childhood Home
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The Western Australia State Government has officially purchased the childhood residence of Australia’s 23rd Prime Minister Bob Hawke, following settlement of the property. The West Leederville house has had only one owner since Mr. Hawke’s parents sold it in 1981, to a buyer who has maintained an awareness of its historic significance. It was purchased…
New Series Good Faith to be Filmed and Produced in WA
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Western Australia will be home to a new international crime-drama television series thanks to a $4 million investment in production attraction funding from the State Government. Titled ‘Good Faith’, the production will see high-profile international stars working alongside the local screen industry. US actress Kate Walsh, who is currently located in WA, will play the…