On 15 October 2025, the State Buildings turn 10. One of WA’s most significant recent heritage redevelopments, they’re also emblematic of the ultimate triumph of adaptive reuse over the wrecking ball of the “cult of progress.”

Western Australia’s arts playground
Western Australia’s arts playground

8 October 2025
On 15 October 2025, the State Buildings turn 10. One of WA’s most significant recent heritage redevelopments, they’re also emblematic of the ultimate triumph of adaptive reuse over the wrecking ball of the “cult of progress.”

7 February 2023
The endless possibilities of the stars have created unlimited options for this year’s Perth Festival visual arts program, and Ara Jansen is excited to turn her gaze in celestial directions.