Media Releases
$4.24 million in grants to protect communities from bushfire
11 December 2025
The Cook Government has awarded six local governments grants totalling $4.24 million for bushfire mitigation programs over the next three years.
Joint media statement - Disaster assistance activated for Goldfields-Esperance region following flooding
10 December 2025
The Albanese and Cook Governments have activated disaster recovery assistance for the shires of Coolgardie and Dundas after heavy rainfall and associated flooding impacted the region in October.
Young gun volunteer firefighters fired up for State championships
29 November 2025
Some of Western Australia's best young volunteer firefighters will put their skills to the test this weekend at the 48th annual State Junior Championships.
New planning tool helps WA communities prepare for emergencies
28 November 2025
A new world-first emergency planning tool has been added to the Emergency WA app and website to help residents and visitors prepare for emergencies this summer.
Emergency WA expands to protect Indian Ocean Territories
24 November 2025
Western Australia's Emergency WA website and app will now keep residents and visitors on Christmas Island and Cocos (Keeling) Islands safe and informed during cyclones and severe storms.
New youth detention facility fully funded with $147 million boost
21 November 2025
The Cook Government has committed $147 million to fully fund construction of a new youth detention facility in Perth.
Showcasing the strength of WA's defence industry at 2025 Gala
14 November 2025
Western Australia's defence industry has taken centre stage at the fifth annual WA Defence Industry 2025 Gala Dinner, with more than 900 industry leaders and innovators gathering at Optus Stadium.
$1.3 million in support for WA veterans and their families
11 November 2025
The Cook Government has awarded more than $1.3 million from the Anzac Day Trust to help Western Australian ex-service organisations (ESOs) deliver essential services.
Generous businesses awarded for supporting a safer State
08 November 2025
A diverse list of employers across Western Australia have been honoured for the vital support they provide to emergency service volunteers.
$3.5 million invested in firefighting equipment for Perth's north-east
07 November 2025
Seven world-class vehicles have been officially handed over to career and volunteer emergency services personnel in Perth's north-east ahead of the high threat period.

