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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The completion of an $8.2 million Deck Infill upgrade project has increased the capacity of the Australian Marine Complex (AMC) in Henderson to service commercial and Defence vessels, including Anzac Class Frigates.

An Aboriginal community in the Pilbara is the latest to ban alcohol and joins three North West communities renewing their commitment to being alcohol free.

Perpetrators who damage, remove or interfere with their GPS monitoring devices will face imprisonment of at least six months following the passage of tough new laws through State Parliament today.

Western Australia's growing defence importance has been made clear, with the Chiefs of Navy for the three AUKUS nations to attend the Indian Ocean Defence and Security conference in Perth.

Western Australia's new State Operations Command Centre has officially opened, providing enhanced management, tactical intelligence and technical capability to support frontline officers and agency staff throughout the State.