The McGowan Government has appointed 12 members to the Community Reference Committee (CRC) for the review and proposed expansion of the Marmion Marine Park.

The McGowan Government is pleased to announce the creation of the Warlibirri National Park, a milestone under the Plan for Our Parks initiative.

Environment Minister Reece Whitby has today presented a Lotterywest grant to the Darling Range Wildlife Shelter to further support its efforts in caring for sick or injured wildlife.

A total of 22 community groups have been awarded $281,240 in grants this year to deliver 53 projects that will help conserve bushland and waterways in the Swan, Canning and surrounding catchments.

Protection of vulnerable native species in the northern jarrah forest has received a major boost through approximately $1 million in funding for the Western Shield wildlife recovery program.

Environment Minister Stephen Dawson has announced the creation of new conservation reserves in the Mid-West, as part of the ground-breaking Plan for Our Parks initiative.

An area near Nannup's Lake Jasper has been officially reinstated into D'Entrecasteaux National Park, marking another milestone in the McGowan Government's Plan for Our Parks initiative.

The 2021 Australia Day Honours List has been announced today with six emergency services personnel in Western Australia awarded the Australian Fire Services Medal (AFSM) or the Emergency Services Medal (ESM).

Construction will soon start on two jetties in the Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park, to ensure conservation of the islands and open the area up to new tourism opportunities.

Water Minister Dave Kelly and Environment Minister Stephen Dawson have today announced that areas of a former pine plantation in Perth's north will be rehabilitated as habitat for the endangered Carnaby's cockatoo under a partnership between the Water Corporation and the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA).

Upgrades to the popular Canal Rocks boat ramp and jetty are set to commence shortly with the tender awarded for construction.