Author: Terry Waldron
Recreational trail bike users in the metropolitan area will have access to upgraded facilities following construction of a new area in the Gnangara pine plantation.
Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron said he had approved funding of $20,000 to build a riding trail within the Gnangara off-... (20-Oct)
Author: Terry Redman
Groundwater pumped from mine sites could soon generate a vast new agricultural zone in the Pilbara. A joint State Government and industry pilot project has been trialling converting surplus mine water into valuable agriculture and food production.
Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman ... (20-Oct)
Author: Terry Redman
Special pets that help people with disabilties with tasks such as picking up the phone and doing the shopping are to be trained by prisoners at Wooroloo Prison Farm.
Two puppies made their debut at the prison today, where they’ll be trained for the next 14 to 16 months to become so-called assista... (19-Oct)
Author: Brendon Grylls
Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls today announced that State Cabinet had endorsed Ian Fletcher as chairperson of the Regional Development Council (RDC).
The council consists of representatives from the nine Regional Development Commissions, two local government nominees and one Ministe... (18-Oct)
Author: Terry Waldron
If you want to know the next big names in sport, look no further than this year’s Smarter than Smoking Country Sport Scholarship recipients.
Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron today announced the 150 athletes from across regional Western Australia who would receive financial assistance t... (18-Oct)
Author: Terry Redman
Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman last night presented the 2011 44th Premier’s Gold Plate Award to Dear Friends Restaurant in Caversham at a gala ceremony in Perth.
The Premier’s Award is presented to the entry with the highest overall score, with points awarded on a range of criteria from... (18-Oct)
Author: Terry Waldron
Community Services Minister Robyn McSweeney and Racing and Gaming Minister Terry Waldron today announced a new $3.5million Beyond Gambling Grants program to target problem social gambling in regional and remote Western Australia.
Social gambling may include card playing for money or online gambli... (17-Oct)
Author: Brendon Grylls
The Broome Volunteer Sea Rescue Group’s ability to respond to marine emergencies and rescue missions will be significantly boosted thanks to a State Government grant of $450,000 for a new operations facility.
Emergency Services Minister Rob Johnson today inspected the site at the Broome Port Mari... (13-Oct)
Author: Brendon Grylls
Up to $6.5million in State Government funding is available to eligible authorities for improvements to public recreational boating facilities in Western Australia.
Calling today for applications for Round 17 of the Recreational Boating Facilities Scheme (RBFS), Transport Minister Troy Buswe... (12-Oct)
Author: Brendon Grylls
Lands Minister Brendon Grylls has announced the release of new commercial land in Joondalup as part of the State Government’s support for development of Perth’s North Metropolitan corridor.
The latest release of almost 10ha of prime commercial land in The Quadrangle, a LandCorp site at the southe... (12-Oct)
Author: Terry Redman
Energy Minister Peter Collier has launched the official commencement of a trial that will see community-based offenders reduce the risk of power poles catching alight or smouldering and collapsing as a result of fire, by hand-painting them with fire retardant paint.
Following the announcement of ... (11-Oct)
Author: Brendon Grylls
The construction of a centre to provide transit accommodation for Aboriginal people visiting Kalgoorlie-Boulder has reached a key milestone with the tender awarded for design and construction of the $3million project.
Housing Minister Troy Buswell said Murray River North Pty Ltd was awarded tende... (11-Oct)
Author: Terry Redman
Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman will depart this weekend (October 9) on a trade mission to Japan and South Korea, two vital export markets for Western Australian produce.
The six-day visit aims to further strengthen links with the trade partners and promote the State as an important ag... (10-Oct)
Author: Brendon Grylls
Margaret River’s unique biodiversity will be celebrated this weekend with the first ever Flourish Margaret River festival.
The State Government is supporting Flourish Margaret River through Eventscorp’s Regional Events Scheme, which is part funded by Royalties for Regions.
Tourism Minister Kim... (07-Oct)
Author: Brendon Grylls
Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls has announced six new appointments to the Peel Development Commission board.
Geoff Totterdell, a retired administrator and accountant has been appointed chairman and Mike Ryan, a past general manager with Optus, will be deputy chairman.
... (07-Oct)