Media Releases

$2 million to support WA veterans and Ex-Service Organisations

03 November 2025

The Cook Government is delivering on its election commitment to support veterans and their families through the new 2025-26 Veterans Facilities Fund (VFF).

Waterbombers deployed to Wheatbelt to protect WA's grain crop

31 October 2025

A dedicated aerial firefighting fleet has been mobilised to protect communities and multibillion-dollar grain crops in regional Western Australia as harvests begin and fire risk is heightened.

$7.1 million investment in Lower South West emergency services

25 October 2025

The Cook Government has enhanced emergency response in the Lower South West with a new $4.8 million Margaret River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS) station and five new appliances for volunteers.

Funding awarded for local emergency management projects

22 October 2025

The State Government has announced the latest round of grant recipients for the All West Australians Reducing Emergencies (AWARE) program.

New casino carded play set to reduce gambling harm

22 October 2025

The rollout of mandatory carded play at the casino marks the delivery of a major recommendation from the Perth Casino Royal Commission.

US critical minerals deal supports Western Australia's priorities

21 October 2025

The Cook Labor Government has welcomed commitments by the United States of America to support Australia's critical minerals sector and deliver AUKUS following a historic meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and US President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington DC.

Perth hosts global maritime emergency drills

17 October 2025

Western Australia has played a central role in a series of international maritime exercises aimed at enhancing the safety of ports throughout the Indo-Pacific region.

New campaign shows fee-free, low-fee TAFE makes AUKUS possible

14 October 2025

The Cook Labor Government has launched a new advertising blitz highlighting the career pathways made possible through TAFE, with Western Australians encouraged to consider skilling, upskilling or re-skilling to support WA's growing and diversifying economy.

New changerooms at Ascot for next generation of female riders

11 October 2025

Facilities for female jockeys at Ascot Racecourse have received a major upgrade as part of the Western Australian Government's commitment to racing.

Funding for 'underwater Wi-Fi' to boost defence communications

09 October 2025

The Cook Labor Government's efforts to diversify Western Australia's nation-leading economy have been further boosted with local company Proteus Maritime and Edith Cowan University joining forces to create an undersea mesh system to transform defence communication.