Celebrate WA

02/06/2026

37,623 fans. 18 mascots. One Eagles win and a WA Day public holiday to celebrate💙💛

01/06/2026

💙 And that's a wrap on the 2026 Geraldton WA Day Festival 💙

Despite a weekend of wild weather, our Geraldton community came together for a fantastic celebration of everything that makes Western Australia special.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at the Museum of Geraldton for a day filled with live music, multicultural food, family activities, cultural performances, wildlife encounters, wheelchair basketball, art, adventure and so much more.

From the Karloo Rockers, Darcy Hay, Jay Gaynor, Nick Austin and Menma on stage, to the First Nations sand art, community mural, Bollywood dancing and Chinese tea ceremony, the day showcased the diversity, creativity and community spirit that make Geraldton such a special place.

In a year where severe weather impacted WA Day celebrations across much of the State, Geraldton proudly kept the celebrations alive and delivered a wonderful day for locals and visitors alike.

Thank you to our event partners, performers, volunteers, vendors and everyone who helped make the day possible. Most of all, thank you to everyone who came along and celebrated with us.

📸 Tag yourself and your friends in the photos and share your favourite WA Day moment below!

31/05/2026

Happy WA Day 💛

Today we celebrate everything that makes Western Australia so special: our people, our places and our communities.

Wherever you are across the state, take a moment to celebrate what it means to be Western Australian.

31/05/2026

💙 WA Day Round: DONE & DUSTED! 💛🦅

The wind was wild, the rain was relentless, but nothing could dampen the spirit of WA Day Round at Optus Stadium!

🏆 Back-to-back victories for Wilbur the Wildcat in the WA Icons Mascot Race
🦅 A huge home win for the West Coast Eagles
🎉 And a public holiday tomorrow to top it all off!

A massive thank you to everyone who braved the weather and joined us in celebrating everything that makes Western Australia great.

From the fans in the stands to the mascots on the field, WA pride was on full display.

How good, WA? 💙💛

31/05/2026

31/05/2026

🏉💛🖤 It's WA Day Round at Optus Stadium today!

A little rain isn't going to stop us celebrating everything that makes WA great.

Join us as the West Coast Eagles take on Essendon and keep an eye out for some of our inspiring Western Australian of the Year winners in the Guard of Honour.

Meet WA's iconic mascots roaming the Fan Zone before the game on level 1 inside Gates A & D, including Fat Cat, Wilbur the Wildcat and Rex the Quokka.

The Eagles will proudly wear their black and gold WA-themed guernsey, and we're calling on all fans to bring back the wave! 🌊 Before the first siren and after every Eagles goal, stand up and wave your scarf high.

See you at Optus Stadium as we celebrate WA together this WA Day long weekend - rain, hail or shine! 💛🖤

30/05/2026

We’re officially 2 days out 🎉

Our WA Day Festivals kick off this Monday across Geraldton, Fremantle and Kalgoorlie-Boulder and we’re gearing up for some epic days all round.

Expect live music and performances, cultural experiences, interactive activities, mouth-watering food and so much more.

It’s the perfect day out - whether you’re bringing the family, catching up with friends or heading along with your significant other. There’s something for everyone.

These are events not to be missed… and the best part? It’s all FREE 🙌

29/05/2026

The smiles say it all 💛

A look at the incredible winners from the 2026 Western Australian of the Year Awards and the moments that made the night so special.

Congratulations once again to all our winners, and thank you to our award sponsors for helping celebrate the people making a real difference across Western Australia.

✨ Swipe through the gallery to see some of this year's outstanding Western Australians.

📸 John Koh | The West Australian

29/05/2026

Oh what a night ✨

Still soaking up the magic from the 2026 Western Australian of the Year Awards. Huge thanks to Sunrise for shining a spotlight on the incredible people and stories that make WA so special 💛

28/05/2026

The 2026 Western Australian of the Year is Dr Jim Giumelli ✨

A visionary business leader, mentor, and philanthropist, Jim has dedicated more than 40 years to creating opportunities for others across Western Australia. As founder of Ertech, he transformed a small civil construction company into a thriving employee-owned enterprise built on integrity, loyalty, and shared success.

Beyond business, Jim’s impact can be seen through his commitment to young people, education, and medical research. Through the Motivation Foundation, he has helped create pathways into vocational careers for hundreds of disadvantaged young Australians, while his support for motor neurone disease research and rural scholarships continues to change lives behind the scenes.

Respected for his humility, generosity, and unwavering belief in helping others succeed, Jim’s legacy extends far beyond the construction industry shaping futures, strengthening communities, and inspiring the next generation of leaders.

After first being recognised with the 2026 Chamber of Minerals and Energy WA Business Award, Dr Jim Giumelli has now been named the 2026 Western Australian of the Year.

🌟 Congratulations to all of our 2026 category winners and finalists, whose passion, leadership, and achievements continue to make Western Australia stronger.

👉 Learn more about this year’s winners at celebratewa.com.au/2026-winners

Thank you to our valued award sponsors:
BHP | Wesfarmers | Crown | The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia | Alcoa Australia | Woodside Energy | Channel 7