Media Releases
Cook Labor Government invests in safer and stronger communities
09 May 2024
The Cook Labor Government continues to strengthen support for safer and stronger communities throughout Western Australia, with a significant new investment in the 2024-25 State Budget.
Government cracks down on violence against retail workers
08 May 2024
Tough new laws targeting violent offenders who assault retail workers have passed through State Parliament.
New state-of-the-art playground for Burswood Park
04 May 2024
The Cook Government will invest $3 million to elevate the appeal of Burswood Park reserve and attract more visitors to the precinct.
New defence industry website 'The Other Force' launches
29 April 2024
The Cook Government has launched a new website to encourage Western Australians to explore and navigate employment and career pathways in our State's growing defence industry workforce.
State Government provides help for veterans
25 April 2024
The significantly expanded Anzac Day Trust Grants program is entering its fourth year, which is essential to ensuring Western Australia never forgets the sacrifices our service men and women, and their families have made in defence of our nation.
Australian Marine Complex reaches 21-year milestone
24 April 2024
Western Australia's Australian Marine Complex (AMC) has reached a major milestone, marking two decades of successful operation and support for some of the State's biggest and most important industries.
USA defence mission to increase AUKUS benefits for WA
14 April 2024
The Cook Government has completed an international mission to identify more opportunities for Western Australia's defence sector and exhibit the State's ability to support the AUKUS alliance, with a focus on maritime technology, cyber security, unmanned systems and space.
Regional recruitment to bolster WA Prison Officer numbers
28 March 2024
Educators from the Corrective Services Academy will hold Prison Officer training courses in country Western Australia, enabling local community members to start a new career without having to leave their hometown.
Former Deputy Police Commissioner to supervise gaming in WA
26 March 2024
The Cook Government has appointed accomplished former Deputy Police Commissioner Gary Dreibergs as the new Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC) for a three-year term.
WA Government welcomes ASC's appointment as AUKUS sovereign sustainment partner
22 March 2024
The WA Government welcomes the Australian Government's decision to appoint the ASC as the prime contractor responsible for the delivery of AUKUS submarine sustainment and maintenance services.