Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage

03/09/2026

📣Call for presenters | 2027 State Heritage Conference

We're looking for presenters for the 2027 State Heritage Conference and want to hear from heritage professionals, researchers, community leaders, students and young professionals who are passionate heritage advocates from across the state.

Our conference theme this year – Heritage Horizons: Exploring heritage above, below and beyond, encourages us to look beyond traditional understandings of heritage and explore the many layers that shape our places, landscapes and communities.

📅Held over two days on 3-4 May 2027 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, the conference will bring together people from across the heritage sector to share knowledge, exchange ideas and inspire new conversations.

Whether you're uncovering hidden histories, leading innovative projects or shaping the future of heritage practice, this is your opportunity to share your experience with a statewide audience.

Expressions of Interest are now open and close 30 November 2026 – find out more and apply ➡️www.wa.gov.au/state-heritage-conference

27/08/2026

𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 🏆

The Western Australian Heritage Awards return in 2026 for their 34th year, celebrating the people and projects that keep our state’s cultural stories alive.

An initiative of the Heritage Council of Western Australia, the Awards honour outstanding contributions to the conservation, interpretation and promotion of heritage across the state – from adaptive reuse of historic buildings to innovative heritage tourism experiences. ⭐

To read more about the awards program, visit the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage website or email [email protected].

To start an online nomination, visit the online Awards Portal ➡️ https://waheritage.awardsplatform.com/

📣 𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

26/08/2026

The WA Planning Commission invites you to have your say on the proposed new Mandurah Hospital. 🙋

Located at 110 Lakes Road, Greenfields, adjacent to the Peel Health Campus, the application proposes a new six-level hospital building, with five levels containing an emergency department and general hospital clinic uses and the sixth level containing plant infrastructure, and a central energy plant building and supporting infrastructure.

Share your thoughts by 9 September ➡️ https://haveyoursay.dplh.wa.gov.au/mandurah-hospital

24/08/2026

Last chance to apply ⏰ Applications for our 2027 Graduate Program close soon.

If you're looking for meaningful work, professional development and the opportunity to contribute to projects that help shape communities, manage land and protect heritage across Western Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

📅Applications close 31 August 2026.

Submit your application now ➡️

Launch your career and help shape the future of WA Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage - 2027 Graduate Program Level/Salary: Level 3 - starting salary from $89,464 pa Work Type: Various Location: Perth Closing Date: Monday 31 August 2026 (AWST) Kaya! Waiba! Ngali! Nyindi Barndi! Hello! We're....

03/08/2026

📢Applications are now open for our 2027 Graduate Program! 📢

Ready to launch your career and make a difference in Western Australia?

Join the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage and gain hands-on experience, build your skills and contribute to meaningful work that shapes communities, manages land and protects heritage across WA.

We are seeking graduates and final-year students from a range of disciplines, including:

✅Urban and Regional Planning
✅Anthropology and Archaeology
✅Environmental Science
✅Property Management
✅GIS and Engineering
✅Human Resources and People & Culture

Applications close 31 August 2026.

Apply now➡️ https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/jobs/2027-graduate-program-perth-metropolitan-western-australia-australia

🔗Learn more https://www.wa.gov.au/dplh-graduate-program

Launch your career and help shape the future of WA Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage - 2027 Graduate Program Level/Salary: Level 3 - starting salary from $89,464 pa Work Type: Various Location: Perth Closing Date: Monday 31 August 2026 (AWST) Kaya! Waiba! Ngali! Nyindi Barndi! Hello! We're....

03/08/2026

Have your say on proposed changes to modernise the Aboriginal Affairs Planning Authority Act 1972📢

The amendments will allow Aboriginal land held by the Aboriginal Lands Trust to transition directly to Aboriginal people and organisations, supporting stronger cultural, social and economic outcomes.

Join a consultation session in your region or provide your feedback by 4 September 2026.

Learn more and have your say➡️ www.haveyoursay.dplh.wa.gov.au/aapa-act-amendments

30/07/2026

The WA Planning Commission invites you to have your say on the proposed apartments and commercial development in Bicton 🙋

Located at 326 Canning Highway, the Significant Development (Part 11B) proposal includes an 11-storey building with 203 apartments and seven commercial tenancies including a micro-brewery, liquor store, shops and cafes/restaurants

Share your thoughts by 30 August ➡️ https://haveyoursay.dplh.wa.gov.au/bictonmixeduse

29/07/2026

🔎 HERITAGE HIGHLIGHT 🔎

Step back in time at Cuddy Cuddy Changing Station! 🕰️

Did you know this historic site once played a vital role in Western Australia’s early mining boom? Built in the 1850s–60s, Cuddy Cuddy was a key stop where horse teams were changed along the busy route between the Northampton mines and the port at Champion Bay. Before railways took over, this station kept goods moving and industry growing across the region. ⛏️

Today, its weathered granite buildings and rural landscape continue to tell the story of life on the road in the nineteenth century. From stables to sheds, the site offers a rare glimpse into early transport and settlement, reminding us how people lived, worked and connected long before modern infrastructure. ✨

25/07/2026

The WA Planning Commission invites you to have your say on the proposed Residential Aged Care Facility at Lot 42 (No. 10) Thorburn Way and Lot 43 (No. 27) Seymour Avenue, Shenton Park 🙋

The application proposes a four-storey residential aged care facility comprising 183 rooms and associated resident amenities

Share your thoughts by 16 August ➡️ https://haveyoursay.dplh.wa.gov.au/shentonparkagedcare

16/07/2026

WA Public Sector School Based Traineeship Program 2027-2028 🎓

Interested in human resources, learning and development or administration?

The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic student to join our People and Culture team as a School-based Trainee.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while completing your studies. You will work alongside experienced professionals who support employee learning, development, onboarding and employment programs across the Department. ✨

📅 Applications close at 4:00 PM on 5 August 2026
🔗 Apply now: https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/jobs/wa-public-sector-school-based-traineeship-program-2027-2028-perth-metropolitan-western-australia-australia