News and events

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11 July 2020

SDAU and proposed changes to the R-codes

New State Development Assessment Unit pathway to assess significant development approvals officially opens and proposed changes to the R-Codes are released for consultation.

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03 July 2020

King Leopold Ranges renamed to honour Aboriginal culture

The Minister for Lands has today announced that the King Leopold Ranges in the Kimberley region has now been officially renamed Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges.

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30 June 2020

Culture and tourism excel in State heritage awards

2020 WA Heritage Awards honours 29 individuals and heritage projects

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26 June 2020

A Stronger Tomorrow: Infrastructure WA releases discussion paper

Infrastructure Western Australia - a key election commitment of the McGowan Labor Government - has today released its State Infrastructure Strategy Discussion Paper.

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26 June 2020

Government seeks developer for former Kimberley pastoral station

Registrations of interest sought for development of former Ardjorie Station.

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25 June 2020

New plan for Bayswater Town Centre sets vision for growth

New Bayswater Town Centre Structure Plan finalised and will provide local jobs, community growth and strong business economy.

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24 June 2020

McGowan Government negotiates historic planning reforms through Parliament

The McGowan Government's historic planning reforms, which will bring a once-in-a-lifetime change to the current planning system, have passed through State Parliament.

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24 June 2020

New Chair appointed to lead Landgate Board

Robert Cole to take on the role of Landgate Board Chairperson from August 1, 2020.

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22 June 2020

Perth’s newest METRONET train station designs unveiled

New details of the METRONET Morley-Ellenbrook Line have been unveiled with the release of the Project Definition Plan.

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09 June 2020

Bruce Rock’s living memorial and garden heritage listed

Bruce Rock's Memorial House and Coronation Rose Garden are now secured in the State Register of Heritage Places with registration becoming final this week.

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05 June 2020

Local councils encouraged to fast-track community improvement projects

The WAPC is inviting governments to apply to use cash contributions collected from developers to undertake improvement works on open space, community facilities and infrastructure.

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