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The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is inviting senior residents, carers, and their families to attend the Living Life Well Seniors Expo - a free community event designed to support wellbeing through information, connection, and entertainment, all in one place.

Deputy Mayor Terrence Winner shares updates from the April Council Meeting

The Goldfields DAMA is approaching expiry on 30 June 2026 All entitlements under existing Labour Agreements and Deeds of Variation will continue for the duration of those agreements.  Businesses intending to use existing Goldfields DAMA endorsements for new applications should apply to DOHA for their Labour Agreement or Deed of Variation as soon as possible, if they are wishing to retain the entitlements of the Goldfields DAMA

Kalgoorlie-Boulder’s fight for fairer aged care funding has received a major boost, with a new Federal Government review recognising the city faces challenges that are not properly reflected under the current system.

The City will mark the 2026 Australian Heritage Festival with a month-long program of exhibitions, tours and special events celebrating the stories, people and places that have shaped the Goldfields region.

Registrations are now open for the 2026 City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Art Prize, inviting artists aged 16 years and over to submit works in any medium under an open theme.

Kalgoorlie Golf Course has dominated the 2026 WA Golf Industry Awards, securing four major titles and reinforcing its status as one of the State’s premier regional golf destinations.

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is excited to announce the return of KidsFest this year, bringing two action-packed days of activities, entertainment and hands-on fun for children aged 12 and under.

Young people across Kalgoorlie‑Boulder are being invited to take centre stage, with registrations now open for the City of Kalgoorlie‑Boulder’s first‑ever Kal’s Got Talent.

Think about the people you’ve passed today - at the supermarket checkout, in a mining crib room, at school pick‑up, or while grabbing a coffee on Hannan Street. Chances are, the person beside you carries a story that reaches far beyond the Goldfields, perhaps to the other side of the world.

Mayor Wilson shares highlights from this month’s Council meeting, including progress on direct Melbourne flights.

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is inviting the community to celebrate Harmony Week with a vibrant week-long program of events and activities.

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is pleased to welcome internationally recognised photographer Liz Miller Kovacs as its third Artist in Residence, with her residency exhibition now open at the Goldfields Arts Centre.

Australian golf legend and course designer Graham Marsh returned to Kalgoorlie-Boulder yesterday, visiting the iconic Kalgoorlie Golf Course he designed to review the course and its ongoing development.

The Goldfields Designated Area Migration Agreement (Goldfields DAMA) has been extended to 30 June 2026, providing continued support for businesses across the region facing ongoing workforce shortages.

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is again inviting local children to pick up their pencils, paints and pastels, with registrations now open for the 2026 Junior Art Prize.

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder has completed a significant infrastructure upgrade at the South Boulder Wastewater Treatment Plant, with new inlet works now operational.

At last night's Council Meeting, Council approved the tender for the Oasis poolside changerooms, endorsed a new residential housing development, and adopted the City’s Youth Action Plan 2026-2030, along with several other important agenda items. Here's Mayor Wilson with the latest.

The City wishes to give an update on executive leadership arrangements.

A surprising discovery in Boulder, has brought new life to one of the most turbulent industrial clashes in the Goldfields’ past. A collection of original food coupons, issued to striking miners during the massive 1919 industrial dispute, has been discovered at the old Workers’ Hall and safely transferred to the Town Hall for preservation.

Dog-friendly spaces do more than give our four-legged mates room to run. They help us stay active, meet neighbours, boost mental wellbeing and build pride in the places we share.

Young achievers, leaders, and changemakers are set to take centre stage once again, with nominations now open for the 2026 Kalgoorlie-Boulder Youth Awards.

Council has resolved at a Special Council Meeting to appoint an external Acting CEO.

Did you know a single dripping tap can waste thousands of litres of water every year?

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder has completed Stage One of its LED sports lighting renewal program, delivering major lighting upgrades at Usher Park and the Oasis Playing Fields. The new LED systems are now fully operational, providing brighter and more energy‑efficient lighting for local clubs, families and community groups.

A community advocate, a young mentor shaping local youth culture, and a grassroots arts organisation driving regional creativity were recognised today as the City of Kalgoorlie‑Boulder announced its 2026 Australia Day Award recipients and Walk of Fame inductees.

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is inviting locals and visitors to spend Australia Day at Centennial Park this year, with a full program planned, including the Great Aussie Breakfast, a Citizenship Ceremony, community awards and live entertainment.

Mayor Wilson provides an update from this month's Council Meeting.

Council has endorsed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KBCCI), formalising a shared commitment to revitalising and activating the City’s central business districts.

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is pleased to present Underneath/Overlooked, a touring exhibition by artists Penny Bovell and Gabby Howlett, opening at the Goldfields Arts Centre this Friday, 16 January.