Today on International Day of the Girl Child, 19 Girl Guides will take over the Parliament of Western Australia as part of a unique program that aims to give young women a voice and encourage them to pursue leadership roles. “Women bring a diversity of ideas and perspectives, and we need that diversity to solve…
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Serena Williams and Roger Federer in the lineup to Play at Hopman Cup 2019
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Serena Williams will face current world No.2 Roger Federer in the 2019 Mastercard Hopman Cup mixed teams tournament, as part of one of the strongest line-ups in the event’s 31-year history. The 23-time Grand Slam winner will represent the United States of America and will pair with rising star Frances Tiafoe. Current world No.2 Roger…
The 2018 WA Tidy Town is Collie
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Western Australia Environment Minister Stephen Dawson has announced Collie as the 2018 Western Australia Tidy Towns winner. “The Tidy Towns awards harness the good intent which is alive and well in our communities, giving a platform to those campaigning tirelessly for a litter free and sustainable Western Australia.” Minister Dawson commented “Congratulations to Collie on…
H is for Happiness Starting Filming in WA
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Screenwest and Screen Australia have announced the major Australian feature film H is for Happiness will be shot in and around Albany in Western Australia’s Great Southern region later this year. The Cyan Films’ production which tells the heart-warming story of family and friendship received major production investment from Screen Australia in association with WA…
Five New Canine Teams Join WA Police Force
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Five new canine teams join the frontline from today to sniff out drugs and track violent offenders. Police Minister Michelle Roberts congratulated the WA Police Force’s newest four-legged recruits at a recent graduation ceremony held at Maylands. “Our police animals are a real asset in the fight against crime. Whether it’s sniffing out meth and…
WA Cracking Down on Illegal Charity Bin Dumping
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Charitable recyclers who have to dispose of materials dumped illegally at their sites can recover waste levy costs under a Western Australian State Government initiative. Launched in 2016, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation’s (DWER) Charitable Recyclers Rebate program provides up to $250,000 in funding each year. It helps eligible charitable recyclers to reduce…
Free Entry for Children to New Western Australian Museum
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The $396 million new Western Australian Museum, currently under construction and due to open in 2020, will offer free entry to children. “The decision to exempt children from an entry fee was despite significant budgetary pressures and will apply to all children under the age of 15.” Western Australian Minister for Culture and the Arts…
Lotterywest Grant to Help Develop Community Project In the Shire of Denmark
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Western Australian Community Services Minister Simone McGurk today announced the Shire of Denmark has received a $163,400 Lotterywest grant towards the development of The Plane Tree Heritage Precinct. The precinct will provide a cultural and recreational focal point for the local community. Community Services Minister Simone McGurk announced the funding, on behalf of Premier Mark…
Optus Stadium Sets New Bar for Disability Access
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Optus Stadium will set a new standard for disability access at Western Australian sport venues, ensuring the entire community can enjoy a five-star experience when visiting the venue and Stadium Park. “Optus Stadium is truly a venue for all Western Australians. The attention and hard work that has gone into the disability access features really…
FuelWatch Site hits record Million visits in a month
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The FuelWatch website has reached an all-time record with more than a million visits in a month from motorists on the hunt for Perth’s cheapest fuel. “The record number of people seeking fuel price information indicates the growing popularity of FuelWatch and how valuable the community finds this service.” Western Australian Commerce and Industrial Relations…