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Buoyed by our success of Margaret River Pro surf event
27 May 2026
A successful collaboration between DTMI Maritime and DPIRD Fisheries saw this year’s World Surf League Margaret River Pro event reach new safety heights.
Regional aviation funding helps keep WA communities connected
22 May 2026
In regional Western Australia, air services aren’t just about getting from A to B - they help people stay connected to healthcare, work, family and essential services.
Boorloo Bridge an iconic WA destination
20 May 2026
Have you travelled along Perth’s latest landmark bridge yet? Boorloo Bridge soars across the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River), connecting Victoria Park to East Perth with stunning river views.
National Walk Safely to School Day
18 May 2026
Support the children in your life to get active for the school journey. This Friday 22 May 2026 is National Walk Safely to School Day, an Australia-wide initiative that encourages kids to walk for the trip to school.
Our services unavailable during system upgrades 29 May – 2 June 2026
11 May 2026
To enable our teams to implement the system upgrades, our services will be unavailable from 6pm Friday, 29 May until 6am Tuesday, 2 June 2026.
Fuel Support Payment available for valid driver licence holders from 1 July
07 May 2026
From 1 July 2026, all eligible Western Australian driver’s licence holders can apply for the Fuel Support Payment.
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