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Perth Bears boss Anthony De Ceglie says early buy-in of the club's two foundation membership packages has been overwhelming – and provided context behind the Bears' $3000 premier package price tag.

New WA Football chief executive Brad Wira says there's no reason why Australian Rules Football participation rates across the state cannot grow further.

The controversial Perth Park is one step further to being fully greenlit after the state's peak planning body approved a portion of the proposed works.

Despite positive FY25 results, Hockey WA boss Graham Reid says the state sporting organisation remains focused on delivering strong governance and financial discipline.

Western Australia's trend of high-performing state league basketball administrators being sought out for new roles continued last Friday.

Experienced Australian Rules Football administrator and talent manager Warren Parker will return to the Claremont Football Club from June 1.

Rugby WA chair John Welborn says rugby union is riding positive momentum at both community and professional level.

Scores of people flocked to Optus Stadium on Monday afternoon to pay their respects to the late Dennis Cometti, who died on March 3.

There's a marked discrepancy between the earnings of top athletes in the major codes and those less well known.

High-performance athletes can deliver fans and sponsors, with social media a driver of engagement.

WA's sporting organisations are working to stay ahead of the curve and enhance their standing in local and national markets.

Perth Racing has signed a two-year media partnership deal with Craig Hutchison-led Sports Entertainment Group, effective from May 1, for an undisclosed amount.

Golf WA chief executive Arron Minchin says the state governing body intends to continue working closely with on-course and off-course golf facility owners to maximise participation.

Nine Entertainment has signed a two-year broadcast rights agreement with the National Basketball League for an undisclosed amount.

The Perth Basketball Association has appointed Ben Fraser as its new chief executive, effective from April 22, succeeding Ryan Lenegan.

Netball WA Group chief executive Simone Hansen says a new broadcast deal between Netball Australia and Nine Entertainment could create new opportunities for the code.

The state government says it expects “dedicated fan bases” travelling from interstate and overseas will be unperturbed in attending major sporting tourism events in Perth amid the global fuel crisis.

ANALYSIS: Basketball WA chief executive Fabian Ross says the state governing body will maintain its open dialogue with NBL1 West clubs regarding potential fuel-related impacts this season.

Sport and recreation minister Rita Saffioti says Perth securing two FIBA Asian World Cup qualifiers in July is a boost for basketball in WA.

ANALYSIS: The Perth Bears have announced when and where fans will be able to first view and purchase their inaugural on-field jersey.

Netball WA Group chief executive Simone Hansen is confident the code is on course to meet a series of important key performance indicators as it continues an upward trajectory.

OPINION: Creating a legacy sports event for Perth could bring huge flow-on benefits.

ATCO Australia has secured naming rights of the WAFLW competition over the next three seasons, with an option to extend for an additional two seasons.

Basketball WA has appointed Ryan Lenegan as its general manager of membership and community growth, beginning in early May.

A solid combination of focus, resources and time into WA by the National Rugby League is delivering results, according to NRL WA boss John Sackson.

Former Western Bulldogs and Fremantle Dockers defender Brad Wira has been appointed WA Football CEO, effective from May 4.

West Coast Fever has achieved a massive membership base milestone ahead of its 2026 Suncorp Super Netball opener on Sunday at RAC Arena.

Ben Morton brings both political and business experience to his role as chair of the Perth Bears.

The Perth Football League has increased its total equity to $2.55 million, on the back of posting a surplus last year.

Claremont Football Club has announced that longstanding chief executive Darcy Coffey will depart Tigerland at the end of the month.

Respected Australian sports broadcaster Dennis Cometti has died age 76.

South Sydney Rabbitohs chief executive Blake Solly says the club will maintain its connection with WA, despite the introduction of the Perth Bears from next season.