Cultural Industries

Sculpture by the Sea has collaborated with Tourism WA to launch a new Aboriginal Artistic Program, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the free outdoor art exhibition launched today.

Perth council has approved Ruah’s application to operate the Safe Night Space women’s shelter program in Northbridge after Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas proposed some conditions.

Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas will back the relocation of the Safe Night Space for women program, claiming the state government would inevitably overrule the council if it voted against.

Australian Unity is set to buy home support services provider myHomecare Group from Enrich Health, a joint venture between RAC and Quadrant Private Equity, for $285 million.

Premier Roger Cook traversed everything from Karl Lagerfeld to economic development when he opened a private art gallery run by former WA Ballet executive director Olivier David.

Ruah has made a move to revive a women’s shelter program at its Northbridge outreach facility that was at the centre of a clash between City of Perth and the state government.

RAAFA unveils its fresh leadership model and confirms two veterans’ accommodation facilities will open this year.

Optus Stadium and disability service provider Activ Foundation have embarked on a three-year partnership to increase accessibility to sport and entertainment events at the arena.

Andrew and Nicola Forrest have a vision to create a society that values all people and natural ecosystems.

Andrew and Nicola Forrest’s charitable foundation increased its total spending by 65 per cent last financial year, while also making its largest ever financial commitment to a global gender fund.

Fiveight and Perth Festival have partnered up to deliver two free art events at Carillon City as part of the festival’s 2024 season, which starts today.

Rio Tinto and Lifeline WA have entered a two-year partnership valued at $860,000 to expand the service provider’s mental health crisis support.

CircusWA has introduced an experimental board structure to support its growth.

Nicola Forrest has signed up two experienced Minderoo executives as co-directors of a new foundation but says she remains committed to her philanthropic endeavours with ex-partner Andrew Forrest.

RAAFA WA has announced two new executives as part of its refreshed leadership model, appointing Aaron Crowther as chief customer and community officer and Gloria Davis as chief information officer.

Malcolm and Tonya McCusker have boosted the assets of their family's charity by more than $175 million, tripling its holdings as they plan to increase philanthropic funding.

A collaborative arts program between aged care residents and high school students has improved social and emotional wellbeing.

Construction is under way on the state’s long-awaited film studio in Malaga, to be built by a consortium led by developers Adrian Fini and Ben Lisle.

The state government has contributed $7.5 million towards a St Patrick’s Community Support Centre project to build social housing for people experiencing homelessness.

A decision by Woodside Energy not to renew its partnership with Fringe World organiser Artrage has been claimed as a win by an arts organisation pushing for a “fossil fuel free” festival season.

A $148 million collection of works by pop art master Andy Warhol will be exhibited at Wanneroo Regional Gallery for two years from March next year.

The Chamber of Arts and Culture WA has announced Tania Hudson as its inaugural chief executive, a new role created after a seven month-long review of the chamber's business model.

Lifeline WA was named Western Australian Business of the Year 2023 for its focus on multi-faceted growth to better deliver its suicide intervention and prevention services.

Mineral Resources is set to deliver $450,000 over three years to strengthen Lifeline WA’s digital crisis support services.

Fremantle Dockers legend and former midfielder David Mundy has quietly joined the ranks of Andrew Forrest’s charity Minderoo Foundation as head of engagement and gender equality.

An art-focused initiative empowering young Indigenous women has unveiled its first exhibition.

Activ Foundation has moved closer to profitability after lifting its annual results under the watch of its new chief executive Michael Heath.

Good Sammy has posted a $6.3 million turnaround in financial year 2023, pulling the charity out of a $4 million deficit in the prior period.

Mineral Resources has committed $1.5 million to fund front-line support positions at the under-construction Ruah Centre for Women and Children.

An Indigenous-owned and focused streaming service from the Pilbara hopes to carve out a niche in the video-on-demand sector.

Chevron Australia has delivered $2.4 million in funding to domestic violence service provider Zonta House Refuge Association, extending its ongoing support for the organisation.

Artist and metalsmith John Miller has created one of the most recognised jewellery brands in WA.