Media Releases
Fresh voices sought to advise Government on justice matters
08 October 2025
The Western Australian Government is seeking expressions of interest from Aboriginal people across the State to join the Aboriginal Justice Advisory Committee (AJAC) for the next term.
New agency to supercharge defence sector growth in WA
07 October 2025
In a Western Australian-first, the Cook Government will introduce legislation to Parliament to establish a new statutory body that will act as an engine for Western Australia's defence sector.
WA business enters AUKUS supply chain
07 October 2025
The Cook Government welcomes a significant milestone in the State's defence industry, with WA engineering company VEEM Ltd securing a nine-year manufacturing licence agreement with United States' defence prime Northrop Grumman.
Million-dollar Golden Saddle kicks off new era for Goldfields' racing
04 October 2025
The inaugural Golden Saddle slot race in Kalgoorlie-Boulder will run today after the Cook Government's commitment of $1.5 million to establish the new regional racing drawcard.
New roles boost emergency planning and response in regional WA
16 September 2025
The Cook Government has allocated two additional community emergency services managers (CESM) to work alongside local governments on strategies to protect communities before, during and after emergency incidents.
Team WA triumphs on UK defence mission
11 September 2025
Western Australian businesses have secured international defence deals that will boost the State's economy and support local jobs following a bipartisan trade mission to the United Kingdom.
Champions recognised at WA Fire and Emergency Services Awards
30 August 2025
A senior firefighter passionate about supporting sick children and a volunteer brigade that rescued a stranded family from rising floodwaters have been recognised at the 2025 Western Australian Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Awards.
WA breaks ground on first emergency accommodation for veterans
29 August 2025
Construction on Western Australia's first emergency accommodation for veterans at risk of homelessness is now underway.
Extra resources bolster the Gaming and Wagering Commission
29 August 2025
The Western Australian Government has expanded the capacity and capability of the Gaming and Wagering Commission of Western Australia (GWC) to support its role as a regulator of the State's gaming and wagering industry.
WA to host Australia's largest land defence trade event
27 August 2025
The nation's premier army conference and trade show will be coming to Perth for the first time, with the State Government securing the Land Forces 2026 International Land Defence Exposition (Land Forces 2026).

