Community Sporting Event of the Year Finalists
The Community Sporting Event of the Year Award recognises events that unite communities, inspire participation, and create lasting impact beyond the playing field. This year’s
The Community Sporting Event of the Year Award recognises events that unite communities, inspire participation, and create lasting impact beyond the playing field. This year’s
Road safety is everyone’s responsibility, and this year’s finalists for the inaugural Road Safety Commission Best on Road Award have gone above and beyond to
The WA Sport Awards shine a spotlight on organisations that go above and beyond to make sport accessible, inclusive, and impactful, through our Organisation of
Western Australia’s sporting community is set to shine brighter than ever as SportWest proudly announces the finalists for the 2025 WA Sport Awards. This year
Join us in celebrating Western Australia’s premier sporting event, recognising excellence and honouring the outstanding achievements of WA athletes, coaches, officials and administrators over the
As 2025 draws to a close, SportWest is proud to reflect on a year of collaboration and impact—working alongside the WA Government to strengthen communities
25 November 2025 marks the beginning of this year’s 16 Days in WA, a campaign urging all Western Australians to take action to end violence against
After four decades of celebrating Western Australia’s sporting greats, the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) has entrusted SportWest with custodianship of the WA Sporting
In a historic announcement, Perth has officially been named the host city for the 2030 Gay Games, triumphing over Denver, Colorado in a competitive global
SportWest is proud to welcome Camera House Leederville as the naming rights partner for the inaugural WA Sport Image of the Year, to be presented
SportWest is thrilled to announce that nominations for the prestigious 2025 WA Sport Awards are officially open! This annual celebration offers a unique opportunity to
SportWest has engaged the Australian Institute of Management Western Australia (AIM WA) to provide a professional development opportunity to current and emerging managers within sport.
SportWest has partnered with Maxiblock ahead of the WA summer, with the Western Australian brand signing on as the Preferred Sunscreen Provider of SportWest for
SportWest has extended its partnership with SportsLink Travel for a further two years, with the leading sports travel business continuing as the organisation’s preferred travel
SportWest is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist in the 2025 WA Mental Health Awards, under the Promotion or Prevention Award category for
SportWest, the peak industry body for sport in Western Australia. SportWest exists to provide leadership, advocacy and enhance the capability of the Western Australian sport
Complete the Survey In partnership with the WA Government and The University of Western Australia, SportWest is proud to launch the next phase of our
In every corner of Western Australia, sport has the power to unite communities, shape lives and create lasting impact. But great sport doesn’t happen by
SportWest is proud to announce the launch of its newest True Sport initiative, True Sport Respectful Relationships. A bold step toward embedding respect, equality, inclusion,
Managing people and navigating workplace challenges can be complex; we know it’s something our members are constantly having to deal with. That’s why SportWest has
Two emerging leaders. Two powerful stories. One inspiring morning. This morning we had the privilege of hearing from two of our Emerging Leaders as part
The Road Safety Commission and SportWest have entered into a partnership targeting new innovations to reduce the instances of road trauma on Western Australia’s roads.
SportWest and Hyundai Australia have agreed to a two-year extension of their partnership, with one of the world’s most innovative automotive brands, increasing their commitment
After a year stacked with dazzling displays of athletic prowess, Nina Kennedy has been named the Western Australia Sport Star at the 2024 WA Sport
Article Written by Jake Santa Maria | The West Australian An Aussie Tour de Force and a mastery of the greens have Ben O’Connor and
Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australian An unparalleled season of success and a triumphant Olympic gold medal defence have put Nina Kennedy and Matt Wearn
Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australian A year dreams are made of has catapulted Olympic medallists Matt Ebden and Maddison Keeney into
Article Written by Samantha Rogers | The West Australian They are both at the top of their game, taking home their sport’s highest individual honour. And
Article Written by Rouke Walsh | The West Australian He’s the WA-raised surfer quite literally making waves on the world stage. And now Jack Robinson could have
Article Written by Caitlin Bassett | The West Australian A career-best 12 months for two of our State’s brightest stars has earned T20 cricket captain Mitch
Three remarkable individuals will be celebrated for their unwavering commitment and decades of service to WA sport, with the trio set to receive the May
Finalists for the 2024 WA Sport Awards have been confirmed, with Olympic medallists, community clubs and a host of volunteers set to be honoured when
SportWest is thrilled to announce the resounding success of the recent Women of Sport Christmas Luncheon, presented by Hyundai, which raised an impressive $6,420 for
Meet Kathryn and Joseph Salt! Joseph is one of our esteemed Voices of Children and Young People Advisory Group members, as well as being a
SportWest, the peak body for sport in Western Australia, is proud to stand united with the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, Department
Following the SportWest Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 27 November 2024, SportWest is thrilled to announce two new Board Members have been elected by our
SportWest and revolutioniseSPORT have agreed to a three-year extension of their partnership to remain as SportWest’s Official Technology Partner and retain naming rights to the
Today marks the start of the 16 days in WA campaign, which runs from 25th November through to the 10th December. These are two important days on
SportWest and ISC Sport have agreed to a three-year extension of their partnership, with the global brand to continue as the Preferred Apparel Partner for
SportWest, proudly supports the WA Government, and the Department of Communities in the 16 Days in WA Campaign. The 16 Days in WA campaign runs
SportWest are excited to announce that nominations for the 2024 WA Sport Awards are now open! This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize and celebrate
The WA Sports Star Award is now back within the reach of some of the most prominent products of the WA sports system, with those
SportWest is pleased to announce a new partnership with SportsLink Travel as the preferred travel and tour partner of SportWest. With a strong history and
SportWest congratulates all the Australian athletes that competed in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, with special mention to our very own Western Australian athletes. Western
SportWest and ActiveXchange have extended their partnership to see the award-winning ActiveXchange for Sport platform remain in use across a number of State Sport Associations
SportWest is pleased to confirm an extension to the partnership with Perth based marketing services provider 3BY2 for a further two years to 30 June
SportWest and rebel Sport are thrilled to announce the outstanding individuals who have been named the rebel Sport Community Sport Champions for the Autumn Season.
SportWest is very pleased to announce the appointment of Troy Kirkham as our next Chief Executive Officer. SportWest Chair Liam Twigger said, “We are very
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
SportWest, together with the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, are pleased to announce the launch our new Women of Sport Programs. This
Awarded the inaugural RSM Australia Community Sport Volunteer of the Year, at the 2023 WA Sport Awards in February, Connor Clarke exemplifies the true spirit
National Volunteer Week 2024 is a celebration of the diverse passions and talents everyone brings to volunteering, recognising that there is “Something for Everyone’. At the
In a testament to the growing interest in fostering gender equality within the WA Sports Industry, the Women of Sport Network Advisory Group is thrilled
The City of Swan has become the first Local Government in WA to activate SportWest Membership this month, with the City of Swan staff looking
The True Sport Conference, Powered by SportWest and supported by The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, is thrilled to announce that registrations
SportWest are thrilled to be announced as a successful applicant in the AIM WA Community training Grant (organisation category) for 2024. Thanks to the Australian
True Sport are now accepting expressions of interest to join our new Voices of Children and Young People Advisory Group. The Voices of Children
On behalf of the Board of SportWest, I would like to inform our members and stakeholders that our Chief Executive Officer Matt Fulton has accepted
In a new initiative aimed at promoting child safety and well-being in sports, the launch of the True Sport Child Safeguarding Pilot Series marks a
SportWest proudly hosted the third RAP Rings session last Friday 22nd March at the home of the Fremantle Dockers Football Club in the Cockburn Aquatic
On Wednesday the 13th of March, the SportWest Mental Health Champions Network attended their first session out of SportHQ. Invitees were treated to a two-hour
SportWest is seeking expressions of interest for up to two SportWest members to join the Women of Sport Network (WoSN) Advisory Group. The purpose of
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
SportWest are pleased to announce our Summer rebel Sport Community Champions – Amanda Marriot (Basketball), and Thomas Clarke (Volleyball). Our two recipients showed an outstanding
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
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
Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australia A nation-lifting performance at the FIFA World Cup has Sam Kerr, right, on the verge of
Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australia Para-athletics starlet Rhiannon Clarke and track cyclist veteran Matthew Richardson have been recognised for stellar 2023
SportWest acknowledges the release of the Concussion and Brain Health Position Statement from the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) earlier today, which brings together the
Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australia A resurrected cricket career and high-flying gold medal have earned Mitch Marsh and Pole vaulter Nina
Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australia Record-setting rower Annabelle McIntyre could become just the second athlete from the discipline to take home
Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australia Superstar West Australian cyclist Jai Hindley is in the running for a third prestigious Sports Star
Article Written by Aaron Kirby | The West Australia Superstar golf siblings Minjee and Min Woo Lee have made history, becoming the first-ever brother-sister duo
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
Making it’s debut at the 2023 WA Sport Awards, the RSM Australia Volunteer of the Year Award recognises a volunteer from community sport in Western
Following its inauguration at the 2021 SportWest Awards, The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) Sports Administrator of the Year is back
The Sport Initiative of the Year award recognises the work of individuals, clubs, teams, groups or organisations (including SSAs) who have succeeded in enabling more
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
SportWest and rebel Sport are pleased to announce the recipient of our rebel Community Sport Volunteer for the season of Spring, Shaun Barnett. Actively engaged
SportWest and rebel Sport are pleased to announce the recipient of our rebel Community Sport Champion for the season of Spring, Lincoln Vile. Lincoln is
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
SportWest are excited to announce that tickets for the 2023 WA Sport Awards are now open! Limited $115 early bird tickets are available for purchase,
Following the SportWest Annual General Meeting on Monday 27 November 2023, we are pleased to announce the election of one (1) new Board Member, the
The True Sport Child Safeguarding resources have been developed to assist sporting organisations in navigating and understanding child safeguarding information aligned to the National Principles for Child Safe
On Thursday, 2nd November, SportWest hosted the True Sport Child Safeguarding Forum at Royal Perth Golf Club. Over 120 representatives from the sporting industry, government
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
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
In accordance with Rule 18.2 of the SportWest Constitution, nominations are sought for suitably qualified individuals who wish to be considered for election as a
Dear Members, I am writing to inform you that this afternoon it has been announced that our current CEO, Matt Fulton, will be joining WAIS
SportWest, the peak industry body for sport in Western Australia today launched the True Sport Mental Health & Wellbeing initiative, supported by the Mental Health
SportWest, the peak industry body for sport in Western Australia today launched a new True Sport initiative addressing poor sideline behaviour in sport. The True
“There’s no place for poor sideline behaviour. Let us play!” SportWest, the peak industry body for sport in Western Australia today launched a new True
SportWest, the peak industry body for sport in Western Australia proudly launched its new industry-led initiative, True Sport in front of over 200 representatives. Guests included the
SportWest are pleased to share that this afternoon, the Premier of Western Australia, Hon. Roger Cook and the Minister for Sport and Recreation, Hon. David
After a period of 18 months of engaging with stakeholders, conducting a detailed review and completing long term planning, SportWest, with the support of DLGSC,
We’re thrilled to have been announced as a winner at the 2023 Australian Sport, Recreation and Play Innovation Awards in the category of “Social Value
SportWest is working to build a more connected and informed industry. To help in this journey, we are pleased to announce SportWest Connect, networking cohorts giving
Following an incredible month, Mitchell Durham has been awarded, the rebel Sport Champion for the month of May. Mitchell was selected to represent Australia at
Tony become the Assistant Records Officer for Swimming WA from 1980 to 1983 and from 1983 to 1986 Tony was promoted to Records Officer. The
SportWest confirms that, following the findings of the District Court of Western Australian in June 2023, it has revoked Barry Cable’s 1966 Sport Star of the Year Award.
