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King Leopold Ranges renamed to honour Aboriginal culture
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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Culture and tourism excel in State heritage awards
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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A Stronger Tomorrow: Infrastructure WA releases discussion paper
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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Government seeks developer for former Kimberley pastoral station
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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New plan for Bayswater Town Centre sets vision for growth
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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McGowan Government negotiates historic planning reforms through Parliament
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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New Chair appointed to lead Landgate Board
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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Perth’s newest METRONET train station designs unveiled
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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Bruce Rock’s living memorial and garden heritage listed
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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Local councils encouraged to fast-track community improvement projects
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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Iconic Subiaco Oval opens gates to the community
04 June 2020

Iconic Subiaco Oval opens gates to the community

Opening marks exciting milestone in evolution of the Subi East Redevelopment.

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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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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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