The Cook Government has opened applications for the latest round of Defence Ready Initiative grants to support local businesses in their goal of becoming "Defence ready".

Dozens of violent and anti-social offenders have been banned from entering five Protected Entertainment Precincts (PEPs) in the year since the Cook Government introduced tough new laws that have made Western Australia's most popular entertainment areas safer.

Defence Science Centre awards six grants totalling $900,000 to WA researchers

The first group of qualified international police officers has graduated from an intensive 13-week transitional training course.

The Cook Government has delivered a second state-of-the-art five bladed Airbus H145 helicopter to the WA Police Force.

Western Australia's maritime defence industry has been bolstered by the State Government signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a major United Kingdom Defence company.

The Government of Western Australia has announced Dr Michael Schaper has resigned as Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC).

Director General of the Department of Justice Dr Adam Tomison has submitted his resignation after seven years of service to the State.

Frontline responses to family and domestic violence in Western Australia have been boosted with 14 newly created roles across seven metropolitan and regional areas.

Skippers navigating dangerously, or under the influence of drugs or alcohol, face significantly higher penalties this summer following the successful passage of new laws through State Parliament.