Sport and Recreation, WA

12/06/2026

Two volunteers. Two communities. One big impact 🏀🏊

Meet our latest WA Local Sporting Stars winners!

In Broome, Cassandra Matsumomto is shaping the basketball scene from every angle. Coaching Aussie Hoops, coordinating games, supporting juniors and senior, and guiding teams toward the 2026 Country Championships. She keeps the whole court moving.

Down south, Kelly Osborne powers the Mt Barker Barracudas. From leading comms, writing grants, welcoming new members and stepping up as a technical official. If something needs getting done, Kelly’s already on it.

Volunteers like Cassandra and Kelly keep local sport thriving. They build skills, create belonging and make sure everyone gets a game.

Know someone who deserves a shout out? Nominations are open: https://bit.ly/4eUC2n1

12/06/2026

⚽ 💚💛 The FIFA World Cup has kicked off and Northbridge Piazza is ready to welcome fans from across Perth to share every moment on the big screen.

All eyes will be on the Commonwealth Bank this Sunday, as they take on Türkiye at 12pm WA time. Expect a sea of green and gold, family-friendly activations, and a buzzing atmosphere delivered with Perth Glory and Football West

From pre-game catch ups to post-match celebrations, Northbridge is the place to be, with extended venue hours and plenty of food and drink specials across the precinct.

Grab your crew, wear your colours and be part of it.

See what’s on and plan your visit: https://bit.ly/4uPSBoB

12/06/2026

Good sport starts with good people and the right conversations ⚽🌟

Two free webinars are happening this June to help clubs, coaches, and administrators build more welcoming inclusive environments.

📌Daniel Principe Webiner
🗓️16 June
Youth advocate Daniel Principe dives into how team culture and everyday language shapes girls’ experience in sport, with practical tips to boost confidence and belonging.
🔗 Sign up now: https://bit.ly/4okDKRa

📌From Policy to Play: The ‘How -To’ of Inclusive Sports Programming
🗓️ 23 June
Inclusive Sport Design unpacks the tools behind truly inclusive programs, turning good intentions into real participation outcomes.
🔗Sign up now: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-participation-and-inclusion-webinar-one-1-inclusive-program-design-framework

Small shifts can make a big difference to who feels welcome on the field.

Could this support your club or team? Sign up now!

11/06/2026

Happy International Day of Play!

This year's theme - "Protect Play, Protect Childhood" - is a reminder for all of us that happy, healthy childhoods are built on play. Play is how kids learn, develop confidence, build social skills and grow their resilience. It's not a break from the important stuff; it is the important stuff!

Playing outside has even more benefits. It inspires active movement and connects children and families to nature and their community, which are essential for physical and emotional wellbeing. And the benefits of play don't stop in childhood; they extend to teens and adults too.

There are so many simple ways to support more outdoor play. Our friends at Nature Play WA have plenty of free resources to help you get started at natureplaywa.org.au

10/06/2026

Your phone just got better at helping you get outdoors! 📱 🌿

The recently launched Trails WA App brings more than 1,100 official trails across WA into one place. It’s easy to use and built for exploring, wherever you are in WA.

You’ll find trusted trail information, GPS navigation, offline maps, and walking, riding, paddling and trail running experiences. On selected trails, you can also discover stories about culture, nature, geology and dark skies.

Whether you’re planning a weekend walk, a regional road trip or a bigger trail adventure, the Trails WA App helps you explore with confidence.

Download the free Trails WA App on iOS and Android ➡️ https://trailswa.com.au/get-the-trails-wa-app

Developed with the support of Lotterywest and the WA Government.

09/06/2026

Game on at Robertson Park! 🎾

Big improvements are now complete at this much‑loved community sporting hub, with new lighting, resurfaced courts, replacement fencing and a range of other upgrades ready for locals to enjoy 🙌

Located right in the heart of the community and offering more welcoming spaces for training and games.

It’s another step forward for the WA Government ‘PlayOn WA’ initiative, helping guide 2,030 sport and recreation infrastructure projects across the State through to 2030.

Have you checked out the upgrades yet?
Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4ed8q2k

09/06/2026

Western Australia is locked in as the home of SailGP Australia. ⛵️🌊

The Australia Sail Grand Prix Perth will return to Fremantle in February 2027 as the only Australian stop on the global SailGP racing calendar.

After a sold‑out debut in 2026 that drew more than 12,000 fans to the waterfront, the world’s fastest sail racing is set to deliver another weekend of high‑speed action, packed foreshore crowds and international attention.

Perth will be the second stop ofn the 2027 season and the sole home race for Australia’s championship‑leading BONDS Flying Roos team, bringing even more excitement for local fans.

Major events like SailGP drive visitation, support local businesses and showcase WA to a global audience, with millions of eyes on Perth and Fremantle once again. 🌍📺
Fans can sign up to SailGP+ to get first access to tickets 👉 https://bit.ly/4v4hXQk

04/06/2026

Big wins on and off the field at Stan Twight Reserve 🏏⚽️🙌

The reserve has been named Community Facility Project of the Year at the 2026 National Community Cricket Awards. A huge moment for a place that means so much to its community 🏆

The redevelopment boasts modern facilities and upgraded lighting, making it easier for local clubs and the wider community to train, play and come together.

Home to Shoalwater Bay Cricket Club, Safety Bay Stingers Football Club and Rockingham Rams Masters Football Club, the reserve has seen strong growth in recent years, including more women and juniors getting involved.

Supported by the WA Government through the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund, the City of Rockingham. WA Cricket and Cricket Australia, and WA Football through the Australian Football Facilities Fund.

The upgrades are part of the WA Government's PlayOn WA: 2030 by 2030 initiative, which is delivering new and improved community sport infrastructure across the State.

Who’s played or cheered from the sidelines at Stan Twight Reserve? 🙋‍♀️📣

03/06/2026

⚽🏉🏏 Sport has the power to connect communities, but inclusion and cultural safety are achieved through strong leadership, shared expectations and ongoing education.

The True Sport AU Cultural Education Initiative is supporting clubs, State Sporting Associations and community organisations across WA to build respect, understanding and inclusion for First Nations people at every level of sport.

Supported by the WA Government, the initiative offers practical, WA‑specific tools and guidance to help the sector take meaningful steps toward reconciliation through sport.

Learn more and see how sport can lead the way➡️ https://www.truesport.com.au/initiatives/cultural-education-initiative-2

The True Sport Cultural Education Initiative is here. This initiative supports sport to build knowledge, respect and cultural understanding through practical resources.

Find out more here: https://www.truesport.com.au/initiatives/cultural-education-initiative-2

02/06/2026

This year marks 20 years of the Western Force! 💙

For 2 decades, the Western Force has been part of WA’s sporting story. From packed stadiums to grassroots clubs, they’ve inspired young Aussies to pick up a ball and give rugby a go.

We’re proud to support RugbyWA and community clubs across the state, helping more young Western Australians get involved, stay active, and feel connected.

Here’s to 20 incredible years and many more to come.

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