The confirmation of Perth as a host for five matches in the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup, including the tournament’s opening game, signals a significant commercial opportunity for Western Australia’s …
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Managing Conflicts of Interest is a Non-Negotiable Legal Duty for WA Club Committees
Failure by a committee member to properly declare a conflict of interest is not merely poor form; it is a direct breach of Western Australian law that can result in …
Perth Park Development Commences, Signalling Major Shift in WA’s Entertainment Landscape
The Cook Government has announced the commencement of site establishment works for the new Perth Park precinct, a significant development poised to reshape the state’s entertainment, sporting, and hospitality sectors. …
New $400,000 Grant Program to Fund Club Sustainability Upgrades
Clubs and sporting organisations operating within two kilometres of the Swan and Canning rivers can now apply for grants of up to $10,000 to finance the transition away from single-use …
AFC Women’s Asian Cup Presents Major Commercial Opportunity for WA Clubs
With Perth set to host the opening match of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup in March 2026, club managers should begin strategic planning now to capitalise on what promises to …
AFL Origin Festival Set to Drive Major Patronage, Clubs Urged to Prepare
The Cook Government has unveiled a multi-day festival of football-themed events leading up to the sold-out 2026 AAMI AFL Origin match, creating a significant commercial opportunity for clubs across Western …
Navigating the New Workplace Laws: A Compliance Briefing for WA Clubs
A raft of significant workplace law changes introduced over the past year, coupled with major new obligations set for 2026, requires immediate attention from club committees and management. According to …
Underutilised Club Space? RC Drift Club Presents Unique Tenancy Opportunity
A local not-for-profit sporting group, displaced by venue renovations, is urgently seeking a new home, presenting a valuable opportunity for clubs with available floor space to generate revenue and engage …
Clubs WA Appoints new CEO
Clubs WA is pleased to announce the appointment of Jude Berry as its new Chief Executive Officer, a move that brings extensive experience in advocacy, governance, and the not-for-profit sector. …
New ‘Ask for Angela’ Campaign Offers WA Clubs a Framework for Patron Safety
The Cook Government has launched a statewide patron safety campaign, ‘Ask for Angela’, providing clubs with a simple, government-endorsed protocol to assist members and guests who feel unsafe or vulnerable. …