Media Statements
A step closer to reopening iconic climbing tree in the South West
21 June 2025
The thrilling climb up Pemberton's iconic Gloucester Tree is a step closer to returning, with a local Manjimup contractor appointed to build a brand-new lookout platform.
Thai Airways' non-stop flights returning to Perth in March
09 January 2024
Thai Airways has today announced it will recommence its daily non-stop service between Bangkok and Perth from Wednesday, 27 March 2024.
Non-stop flights between South Africa and WA recommence
09 January 2024
Non-stop flights between Johannesburg and Perth will return in April 2024, marking the 19th direct international flight secured or relaunched by the WA Government post-pandemic.
Pathway to net zero set with sectoral emissions reduction strategy
13 December 2023
Dozens of initiatives that will drive decarbonisation and underpin Western Australia's path to net zero emissions have been released by the WA Government.
New playground coming as part of Perth Zoo transformation
26 April 2023
Construction has commenced on a $3.8 million all-ages, nature-based playground in a milestone for Perth Zoo's Master Plan 2040.
Trial approved for swimming with sea lions off our coastline
25 April 2023
Western Australia has strengthened its reputation for incredible wildlife encounters with a licensed swimming with sea lions trial approved at Rockingham and Jurien Bay.
Work begins on $5 million Bunbury lookout and trail transformation
19 April 2023
Construction is now underway on a $5 million transformation of Bunbury's Maidens Reserve with an impressive scenic lookout and trail.
New round of funding for Aboriginal Ranger Program
14 April 2023
The McGowan Government has launched the Innovation Fund, offering up to $11 million as part of the latest round of the Aboriginal Ranger Program.
New walkway across Collie's Wellington Dam mega-mural
06 April 2023
Walkers will be able to experience Collie's Wellington Dam and its spectacular mega-mural from new heights from tomorrow.
First chargers go live in regional WA as part of the WA EV Network
06 April 2023
Tourists heading north and residents in the Mid-West can now charge their EVs in Geraldton and Northampton with the first chargers in the WA EV Network operational.