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Aboriginal History WA helping Western Australians unlock their Aboriginal ancestry
03 June 2020

Aboriginal History WA helping Western Australians unlock their Aboriginal ancestry

Aboriginal Affairs Minister Ben Wyatt is encouraging Western Australians to use the services of Aboriginal History WA (AHWA) to learn about their Aboriginal ancestry.

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New land release unlocks more jobs and business opportunities north of Perth
03 June 2020

New land release unlocks more jobs and business opportunities north of Perth

New industrial lots released for development following market demand.

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McGowan Government commences historic Rottnest Island Wadjemup Project
02 June 2020

McGowan Government commences historic Rottnest Island Wadjemup Project

Cultural authority to develop a pathway forward to reconcile Rottnest Island's history

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Historic planning reforms pass Legislative Assembly after late night sitting
28 May 2020

Historic planning reforms pass Legislative Assembly after late night sitting

The McGowan Government's historic planning reforms have passed the Legislative Assembly and will now be sent to the Legislative Council for debate.

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Grants set to preserve unique Aboriginal heritage sites
28 May 2020

Grants set to preserve unique Aboriginal heritage sites

The McGowan Government is providing $250,000 in grants to preserve and promote Aboriginal heritage sites across Western Australia.

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Community views to help shape plan for Cape Peron’s future
26 May 2020

Community views to help shape plan for Cape Peron’s future

More than 850 community responses received on future plans for Cape Peron.

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Government seeks architect to shape future development vision
25 May 2020

Government seeks architect to shape future development vision

Registered architects are encouraged to nominate as Western Australia's next Government Architect to help shape the future development growth of the State.

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Major planning reforms to drive economic recovery
20 May 2020

Major planning reforms to drive economic recovery

Major reforms to simplify Western Australia's planning system and boost the State's economic recovery from COVID-19 will be introduced to Parliament today.

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Election commitment delivered to save Beeliar Wetlands
18 May 2020

Election commitment delivered to save Beeliar Wetlands

McGowan Government delivers on commitment to protect the Beeliar Wetlands.

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Iconic city landmarks claim their place in the State history pages
16 May 2020

Iconic city landmarks claim their place in the State history pages

Heritage Minister David Templeman has announced the inclusion of East Perth Cemeteries and St Georges Terrace Commercial Group, on the State Register of Heritage Places.

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Landmark Ascot brick kilns receive permanent heritage listing
13 May 2020

Landmark Ascot brick kilns receive permanent heritage listing

Part of Western Australia's rich industrial past has been recognised through the permanent inclusion of the former Bristile Kilns site on the State Register of Heritage Places.

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Sole management of East Kimberley reserve granted to traditional owners
08 May 2020

Sole management of East Kimberley reserve granted to traditional owners

Aboriginal economic development in Western Australia has been given a boost with the McGowan Government granting sole management of an East Kimberley reserve to traditional owners.

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Page last reviewed 24 June 2019

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this site may contain images of people who are deceased.

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