Cultural Industries

In 2011, Andrew and Nicola Forrest made an unusual donation that has delivered more benefits to WA's arts sector than anyone ever anticipated.

The past year has seen some big changes among WA's top philanthropists and how they go about their task.

Euroz Hartleys will donate 100 per cent of its brokerage commissions from today's trading to Breast Cancer Care WA, Ocean Heroes and Perth Children's Hospital Foundation.

An international performing arts congress recently hosted in Perth inspired conversation among leaders.

Perth Symphony Orchestra founder Bourby Webster has accepted a position as director of creative activation and public engagement at Edith Cowan University's City campus.

Home care provider Silverchain has launched a philanthropic foundation to invest in new models of care, improve technology and increase access to health and aged care services.

Burswood-based human services provider PeopleKind Group is set to expand its service offering on June 30 when it adds not-for-profit Cahoots to its portfolio.

Parkerville Children and Youth Care has co-designed a new model for out-of-home care, expanded its footprint and diversified its services.

Local artists and primary school students have brought colour back to faded Water Corporation pump stations in two Perth suburbs.

Resources heavyweight BHP has backed two organisations in the Pilbara, one to support people experiencing family and domestic violence and another aiding health outcomes of Indigenous children.

Leadership WA celebrates 20 years by partnering with Rio Tinto and increasing the focus on regional communities.

Leadership WA has reconnected with its founding funder Rio Tinto, announcing a three-year partnership valued at $150,000.

The annual exhibition has been a feature of the local arts scene for 20 years, attracting thousands of tourists to Perth.

Western Australian film The Surfer starring Nicolas Cage has been selected to premiere at international film festival Festival de Cannes in May.

A few recent data points suggest the art gallery is making ground in its aims to cultivate an arts sector as rich as the state.

A collaborative new program will train artists to use their skills in the enhancement of positive mental health outcomes for the young.

The new Aged Care Act and Aged Care Quality Standards expected to come into effect on July 1 have been delayed by federal government, with a new start date to be decided.

The chronically underfunded arts sector needs the government, media and public to recognise its value and provide appropriate support.

Jointly run government agencies Lotterywest and Healthway will be hoping for leadership stability after Colin Smith was given a five-year contract as chief executive.

Legislation can only be effective if it is backed up by action on the ground, and the aged care sector is struggling to deliver.

Business News spoke to five influential professional women about their workplace experiences and the importance of gender representation.

The grants from WA philanthropic organisation 100 Women have improved the lives of more than 37,100 women and girls.

Planning Minister John Carey has stepped in to call for a ministerial review over the Safe Night Space shelter operation, initially a collaboration between City of Perth and Ruah.

Raising funds and awareness for mental health are key targets for a Perth-based organisation taking its message overseas.

The state government has committed nearly $19 million for the state's screen industry, announced at the premiere of a 12-part television series filmed in Western Australia.

New inductees for the WA Women's Hall of Fame business category have been unveiled as CCIWA deputy chair Esme Bowen and Science in Australia Gender Equity chair Libby Lyons.

Community services provider Ruah has lodged an appeal against City of Perth over conditions on the Safe Night Space revival in Northbridge.

Ahead of the implementation of new federal standards, aged care providers are focused on workforce pressures, home care demand and new facilities.

The Foundation for the WA Museum has appointed Anna Shave as chair, after two years of service as a board member and Investment Committee member.

Western Australian artist Johannes Pannekoek has won the $30,000 Hancock Prospecting and Roy Hill Sculpture Award, kicking off the 20th year of Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe

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.