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Statement from the Treasurer of Western Australia
25 February 2020

Statement from the Treasurer of Western Australia

Ben Wyatt announces he will step down at the 2021 State election.

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State’s Government Architect term concludes
21 February 2020

State’s Government Architect term concludes

Planning Minister Rita Saffioti has congratulated Western Australia's Government Architect Geoff Warn who will complete his term in the role this week.

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Aboriginal jobs, training and tourism in new Broome development
19 February 2020

Aboriginal jobs, training and tourism in new Broome development

Lands Minister Ben Wyatt today announced three shortlisted proponents have been selected to potentially share in a unique development opportunity of the former Waterbank Station.

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McGowan Government responds to short-stay accommodation inquiry
12 February 2020

McGowan Government responds to short-stay accommodation inquiry

The McGowan Government is adopting nearly all of the recommendations arising from the recent parliamentary inquiry into short-stay accommodation.

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Yamatji Land Use Agreement signed
07 February 2020

Yamatji Land Use Agreement signed

A unique Indigenous Land Use Agreement injects $442m into the Yamatji native title community in the State's Mid-West.

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Civic Heart development decision
03 February 2020

Civic Heart development decision

Minister for Planning approves South Perth Civic Heart development.

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EOI issued for demolition of Princess Margaret Hospital
03 February 2020

EOI issued for demolition of Princess Margaret Hospital

An Expression of Interest process was launched today for the demolition and remediation of the Princess Margaret Hospital site.

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Rare opportunity to develop historic Fremantle college
29 January 2020

Rare opportunity to develop historic Fremantle college

Lands Minister Ben Wyatt today called for expressions of interest for the sale and redevelopment of the former Fremantle Technical College site in the heart of the port city.

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Prime development opportunity on Scarborough Beach
29 January 2020

Prime development opportunity on Scarborough Beach

One of the most sought-after sites in Scarborough is on the market with expressions of interest sought for redevelopment of the Reserve Street land.

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Murujuga World Heritage listing one step closer
29 January 2020

Murujuga World Heritage listing one step closer

A Tentative List Submission for the Murujuga Cultural Landscape has been sent to the UNESCO World Heritage Centre.

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Aboriginal dance and culture celebrated in Yagan Square
28 January 2020

Aboriginal dance and culture celebrated in Yagan Square

Locals and visitors alike will now be able to enjoy free performances by Noongar dance groups every Friday night at Yagan Square during the Yagan Square Nyumbi.

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Port Kennedy land transferred for new coastal community
25 January 2020

Port Kennedy land transferred for new coastal community

Port Kennedy's coastal front is set to be transformed with the finalisation of a land transfer between the State Government and developer Western Australia Beach and Golf Resort.

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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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