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This page displays archived media statements released by the Department over the past three years.

Ministerial media statements released this calendar year can be found on the websites below:

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DateTitle
03/06/2009 Liberal-National Government committed to electronic application process
Planning Minister John Day said today the Liberal-National Government was firmly committed to the Electronic Land Development Project (ELDP) system, which would allow electronic submissions of subdivision applications.
28/05/2009 Taxi marshals to improve safety and reduce waiting times
Taxi patrons and drivers in the Northbridge and Fremantle entertainment precincts will soon benefit from a six-month taxi rank marshal trial.
27/05/2009 South Hedland soon to receive accommodation
South Hedland community members should sustain long term benefits from the future development of two residential sites in the town which are aimed to provide additional permanent and temporary accommodation for local residents and workers.
21/05/2009 Transport Minister meets with Taxi Industry Board
The newly re-formed Taxi Industry Board (TIB) last night held its first meeting with Transport Minister Simon O'Brien.
18/05/2009 New director for Esperance cleanup and recovery project
Mr Wayne Winchester would take over direction of the Esperance cleanup and recovery project.
14/05/2009 State Budget 2009-10: Boating facilities to benefit from fee increases.
Increases to boat registration fees will help provide better facilities for Western Australian boat owners.
12/05/2009 New consultation forum for Port Geographe community
A new consultation forum has been formed to allow the community, developers and the State Government to discuss issues relating to the Port Geographe development.
12/05/2009 New taskforce for Bunbury
Planning Minister John Day has announced the appointment of a high level taskforce to progress the Bunbury waterfront Eastside development.
11/05/2009 Registration stickers a thing of the past
Western Australians will no longer need registration stickers and discs on their cars, trailers and motorcycles from January 1, 2010.
05/05/2009 Regions to benefit from regional planning approach
The Liberal-National Government will establish four new regional planning committees in the State’s North to deal with major regional issues and projects.
04/05/2009 Western Australians urged to nominate coastal champions
Nominations have opened for the 2009 Western Australian Coastal Awards for Excellence.
30/04/2009 Consultation period extended
The consultation period for the Building a Better Planning System Consultation Paper has been extended until Friday 15 May 2009.
29/04/2009 Expressions of Interest called for final harbour lots
The last land available for development at Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour is being offered for lease.
17/04/2009 Native title agreement to aid Broome expansion
Lands Minister Brendon Grylls has welcomed this week’s historic native title in-principle agreement with the Yawuru people in Broome.
16/04/2009 South Street traffic to get a technology boost
New Variable Message Signs (VMS) installed on South Street in the Bull Creek/Leeming area will be switched on from Monday, giving road users up-to-date information on bus lane operating times and road conditions.
07/04/2009 New chair for Western Australian Planning Commission
Planning Minister John Day today announced the appointment of Gary Prattley as the new chair of the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC).
07/04/2009 EASTER BOATING WARNING
People planning on spending time on the water this Easter have been reminded tocomplete a thorough safety check of their vessel before leaving home.
31/03/2009 ‘Fare’ balance for customers and the taxi industry
Improved taxi service levels in Perth on weekday mornings would be maintained following the positive results of a 12-month trial of optional extended operating hours for peak period taxis.
28/03/2009 New shared path boosts the ride to the city
People cycling to and from the city along the Perth to Midland Principal Shared Path will have a more enjoyable journey following completion of a new cycle path.
24/03/2009 Cycle network gets close inspection from decision-makers
Cycling infrastructure through Perth’s northern suburbs has received a close-up look by Western Australia’s parliamentarians and mayors.
23/03/2009 Planning for Ashfield's future
A precinct plan to optimise land use surrounding Ashfield train station has been released for public comment.
20/03/2009 Oakajee agreement to unleash Mid-West’s potential
The Liberal-National Government has moved a step closer to the development of a major new deepwater port and a new, open access railway in the State’s Mid-West by today signing a Development Agreement with Oakajee Port and Rail Pty Ltd (OPR).
18/03/2009 Building a Better Planning System
A workshop today will see the release of a consultation paper on options to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the planning system.
17/03/2009 Applications due for recreational boating facilities funding
Time is running out for authorities to apply for a record $1.7 million in State Government funding to improve facilities for recreational boating in WA.
17/03/2009 EPIRB and skipper’s ticket information at Fremantle Boat Show
Boating enthusiasts who have not already done so will be able to take the first steps towards gaining their Recreational Skipper’s Ticket (RST) at the Fremantle Boat Show next week.
13/03/2009 WA officers respond to Queensland oil spill
Western Australian officers trained to deal with large scale oil spills will leave Perth this evening to join the response to the fuel spill off the Queensland coast.
13/03/2009 Oil spill training for Bunbury
Bunbury's port will be the venue for a special training exercise later this month aimed at ensuring local marine authorities are best placed to respond to an oil spill emergency.
09/03/2009 Better facilities for Walpole’s seniors community
New seniors’ accommodation in Walpole will be constructed after the State Government granted conditional tenure for land to be developed on the corner of Pier Street and Park Avenue.
06/03/2009 EPIRB and skipper’s ticket information available at Geraldton Boat Show
Boating enthusiasts who have not already done so will be able to take the first steps towards gaining their Recreational Skipper’s Ticket (RST) at the Geraldton Boat, Caravan and Camping Show next week.
05/03/2009 Expert group to guide the State’s port infrastructure needs
Transport Minister Simon O’Brien has announced an expert group to help guide the critical future expansion of Fremantle Port.
25/02/2009 Skippers need to take extra care around reefs
The number of serious boating incidents around reefs has prompted a safety warning from marine authorities.
23/02/2009 Driving a fresh perspective on the Taxi industry
Transport Minister Simon O'Brien has named Barry MacKinnon as the new Chairman of the Taxi Industry Board
20/02/2009 New causeway planned for Bandy Creek
The design of a new causeway crossing at Bandy Creek in Esperance will minimise future damage to the nearby boat harbour and surrounding landscape in the event of a major flood similar to the one experienced in 2007.
17/02/2009 Freeway Bike Hike to raise funds for Asthma Foundation
Western Australians can be part of the State’s biggest cycling event on March 22.
13/02/2009 New interim chair takes his seat on Western Australian Planning Commission
Acting Planning Minister John Castrilli today announced Eric Lumsden as the Western Australian Planning Commission’s (WAPC) new interim chair.
04/02/2009 Safety advice delivered to skippers at the launch ramp this summer
Boat launching ramps in Mandurah will be the focus of a campaign to highlight safety on the water this weekend.
01/02/2009 406 MHz EPIRB deadline today
Skippers who have failed to secure a digital 406 MHz EPIRB (Emergency Positioning Indicating Radio Beacon) should only operate within two nautical miles off the WA coast or in the metropolitan EPIRB exempt area.
04/02/2009 Changes to waters off Broome
There have been significant changes to areas set aside for water skiing and other aquatic activities off Broome.
04/02/2009 Submissions called for regional airport funding
Regional Western Australian local governments and other airport operators are able to apply for a share of up to $7million State Government funding to improve their airport’s infrastructure.
28/01/2009 Minister determined to ensure community faith in licensing
Transport Minister Simon O’Brien says he will ensure every possible measure is taken to eradicate wrongdoing in Western Australia’s vehicle licensing system.
26/01/2009 Safety should be the priority for skippers today
Boat owners taking to the water to enjoy tonight’s Lotterywest Skyworks have been told to make safety their priority.
23/01/2009 Skippers told to plan for Australia Day
Boat owners thinking of enjoying this year's Australia Day Lotterywest Skyworks from the water have been told to plan their trip and make safety the priority.
21/01/2009 Peak period taxi trial extended
A 12-month trial into peak period taxis in Perth has been extended to March 31 to allow the results of the trial to be fully evaluated.
20/01/2009 Speeding skippers told to slow down
Skippers in the Pilbara are being told to slow down and make safety their priority when they are on the water.
16/01/2009 Skippers get special advice for Australia Day Skyworks
A new guide promoting safety is now available to skippers heading out on the water to watch this year’s Australia Day Lotterywest Skyworks.
02/01/2009 Safety advice delivered to skippers at the launch ramp this summer
Boat launching ramps from Kwinana to Safety Bay will be the focus of a campaign to highlight safety on the water next weekend.

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