True Sport Conference Unites Western Australian Sporting Industry for a Brighter Future

The True Sport Conference, held on Tuesday, 11th June 2024, at Optus Stadium on Whadjuk Noongar land along the beautiful Swan River, brought together over 300 representatives from the Western Australian sporting industry. This inaugural event provided a platform for the WA sporting industry to share ideas, perspectives, and forged connections that will undoubtedly pave […]

There’s no place for poor sideline behaviour. Let us Play!

SportWest, the peak industry body for sport in Western Australia, is thrilled to announce the relaunch of its True Sport Sideline Behaviour Marketing Campaign, aimed at promoting positive sportsmanship and respectful behaviour among spectators. In a world where sportsmanship can sometimes take a backseat to competitiveness, SportWest remains committed to fostering an environment where respect, […]

Celebrating Equity in Sports: Extra Funding Allocated to Empower Women

SportWest is thrilled to announce the successful application for funding from Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) to increase the delivery the Women of Sport Network (WoSN) to the WA Sporting Industry. This WoSN program will provide dedicated networking and educational opportunities to Women working and Volunteering within Sport. The program will […]

Kerr hits rare air with third WA Sports Star Award

Matilda’s superstar Samantha Kerr has taken her place among the greats of Western Australian sport, claiming the coveted WA Sports Star Award for the third time at the 2023 WA Sport Awards at HBF Stadium last night. Kerr becomes just the fifth product of the WA sports system to claim WA’s most prestigious sports award […]

Decades of Dedication

Decades of Dedication: Service to Sport Award Honours Jan Cooper, Tony Ball, and David Neesham SportWest proudly announces the recognition of three remarkable individuals for their unwavering commitment and decades of service, with the trio set to receive the May Campbell Medal for their Service to Sport at the 2023 WA Sport Awards set to […]

Finalists Unveiled Across 11 Award Categories: Celebrating Excellence and Achievement

The finalists for the 2023 WA Sport Awards have been determined after more than 200 nominations were received. The independent selection panels have met and reviewed the nominations received and selected 52 finalists across thirteen award categories, including the four new award categories; RSM Australia Community Sport Volunteer of the Year, Community Sporting Event of the […]

New Era for the SportWest Board of Directors

SportWest, the Peak Body for Sport in Western Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Liam Twigger as it’s new chair. With an extensive background in Community and Professional Sport; Investment Banking and Corporate Finance, Liam brings a wealth of knowledge to the Board of Directors. His leadership and strategic vision align seamlessly with […]

SportWest unveils True Sport Child Safeguarding Resources to support WA Sporting Industry

SportWest, the peak industry body for sport in Western Australia has officially launched a new True Sport Child Safeguarding initiative to assist State Sporting Associations and sporting organisations across Western Australia to provide a safe environment for children and young people to play the sports they love. With the support of the Department of Local Government, Sport and […]

Nominations for Western Australia’s premier sports awards, are now open!

Nominations for Western Australia’s premier sports awards, are now open!  The WA Sport Awards are Western Australia’s premier sports awards and enable the community to recognise excellence in sport and celebrate the achievements across all levels of the WA Sports Industry. The most iconic sporting award that a West Australian athlete can win is the […]

3BY2 to boost SportWest Communications

SportWest is pleased to confirm a new partnership with Perth based managed marketing services business 3BY2, with the agreement to deliver market leading automation tool Active Campaign to further enhance communication with Members. With a shared passion for sport in the WA community, 3BY2 is committed to working with the SportWest team to deliver more […]