- Expressions of interest open for community organisations to join the WA 2029 Bicentenary Planning Advisory Group
- Unique opportunity to help shape how Western Australia will reflect on its history, and honour the diversity of its community
- Cook Government committed to building safe and inclusive communities
The Cook Governmentis calling forexpressions of interest forup to threecommunity organisationsto join the WA 2029 Bicentenary Planning Advisory Group.
The 2029 Bicentenary will mark 200 years since the establishment of the Swan River Colony.Thismilestoneis an opportunityto reflect onWestern Australia'shistory, honour the diversity of its communities, and look forward to a future grounded in truth-telling, reconciliation, and unity.
The WA 2029 Bicentenary Planning Advisory Group will play a pivotal role in guiding the development of themes and approaches for thishistoric occasion, ensuring that diverse voices and communities are represented throughout the planning process.
Organisations with broad community reach, strong cultural governance, and proven experience in inclusive engagement-especially those with connections to regional, remote, First Nations, and multicultural communities-are encouraged to apply.
Successfulorganisationswillreceive a granttodeliverlarge-scale stakeholder engagement across WAthroughout 2026andprovideState Governmentrecommendations for bicentenary themesand approaches.
To find out more about the expressions of interest and how to apply, visit www.wa.gov.au/bicentenary-planning
As stated by PremierRoger Cook:
"The 2029 Bicentenary is a unique opportunity for all Western Australians to reflect on our shared history and celebrate the diversity that makes our State so vibrant.
"We recognise that community partners are uniquely placed to help guide this milestone and have a key role to play in helping to shape a respectful and inclusive event, right from the start.
"This is more than a celebration;it'sa chance to shape the legacy we leave for generations to come.
"I look forward to seeing the ideas and energy our community partners will bring toplanning thishistoric occasion."
