Thanks to you, a Lotterywest grant of $958,890 has been given towards the construction of the Aboriginal Astronomy Centre, named Worl Wangkiny (Sky Stories), which will celebrate 60,000 years of Noongar astronomical wisdom through public art.
One of the things we need to learn first as people is to live on the Earth before we concern ourselves with other celestial bodies.
The flagship project involves Follow the Dream high school students working alongside Artists, Elders and Rotary Kalamunda, and led by Dr Noel Nannup, Peter Farmer and Sharyn Egan. The ‘canvas’ is a large part‐constructed telescope dome which has stood vacant for over 12 years, which will be transformed into a monumental stage to share ancient knowledge. The supporting book and documentary film will allow Aboriginal culture to be shared with the world.
The Perth Observatory Volunteer Group Inc. (POVG) was established in 1996 and incorporated in 2015, when research was stopped at the state-heritage listed Observatory.
Rather than see the site shut down, POVG commenced a 10 year Community Partnership with the State Government in 2016, with the desire to provide community access and education opportunities via the Observatory’s telescopes and scientific artefacts.
By playing Lotterywest games, you've helped provide $958,890 to help protect the Observatory’s heritage and cultural history through creation of a “Living Museum of Science and Technology”, including improved access and amenities, preservation of historical artefacts, redevelopment of the museum and creation of an Aboriginal Astronomy Centre.
The grant will also work to improve resources and facilities for over 130 dedicated POVG volunteers.
The Constable Care Child Safety Foundation Inc., now known as the Constable Care Foundation, was initiated in 1997 as part of Community Policing. Now a separate function, the team work tirelessly to address social issues in primary school aged children.
Thanks to a Lotterywest grant to Spinal Cord Injuries Australia, a new client-centred house will be made available, as a home-away-from-home, for people with spinal cord injuries and their families.
Shooting Stars is an educational program that uses sport and other tools to drive greater engagement and attendance at school for young Aboriginal girls.
A$6,809
Towards costs to support choir activities to enhance the safety of members of the choir and the broader community.
Live To Tell Your Story's Prepare Produce Provide program started out as a school hospitality training program that produced 500 meals weekly for local people experiencing homelessness.
A foot in the door when it comes to employment can be daunting for most, more so for those experiencing hardship and lacking confidence.
People with Disabilities WA (PWDWA) is a consumer-based organisation providing individual advocacy services to secure positive long-term changes in society.
Lotterywest’s purpose to build a better Western Australia together has never been more relevant.
Midland Information, Debt and Legal Advocacy Service Inc (MIDLAS), who are finding new ways to care for thousands of Western Australians in need, are one of the first community groups to receive support from the Lotterywest COVID-19 Relief Fund.
A$12,551
Towards equipment to support early childhood development for children in Byford.
Every year we give grants to Western Australian community organisations who provide services, support and inspiration to make this already great state, greater. If you think you’re one of those, click below to find out how to apply.
