The Cook Government is supporting the growth of the future defence workforce, investing $11.5 million in apprentice training to skill workers to build and maintain ships in Western Australia.

In a major win for Western Australia's defence industry, Hofmann Engineering has been approved to supply WA-made components for the construction of United States Navy nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.

Defence officials from around the world are in Perth this week for a major nuclear-powered submarine event showcasing WA's strategic role in the AUKUS alliance.

Thousands of people are expected to turn out today for the Kimberley's headline racing event - the Broome Cup.

The State Government has launched three next generation helicopters in a $26.7 million commitment to bolster Western Australia's emergency response.

Authorities have raided a home in Marangaroo where it is alleged an illegal game of Baccarat was underway at a makeshift casino.

Respected former Western Australian Government Minister Bill Johnston and Town of Victoria Park Mayor Karen Vernon have been appointed to the Burswood Park Board, which manages the 53-hectare parkland on the banks of the Swan River.

Life-saving technology developed in Western Australia and funded by the State Government is being rolled out in Canada following the recent deadly wildfires.

The Cook Labor Government has awarded 28 local governments more than $3.3 million to undertake vital bushfire mitigation work to protect Western Australia's communities and environment from the risk of bushfires.

Work is already underway at the Geraldton Turf Club as part of the State Government's election commitment to invest $25.2 million to upgrade regional racecourses and support Western Australia's racing industry in the regions.