Lead architectural team sought to design Aboriginal Cultural Centre overlooking Perth's Swan River

The Western Australian Government is seeking responses for a lead architectural team to design the Aboriginal Cultural Centre overlooking the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) and has today released the design tender.

Funding of $104 million has been allocated to the project to date, $52 million from the State Government and $52 million from the Commonwealth Government.

The centre is planned to serve as a central cultural hub showcasing the rich diversity of Aboriginal cultures, highlighting their many forms of expression, including story, song, art, and dance.

The centre will include indoor and outdoor spaces for art, performance, education, research, community and commercial activities and will become part of Perth’s cultural landscape and contribute towards the diversification of the WA economy.

Early project planning has been informed by ongoing sector and community engagement, which will continue as design progresses.

WA Creative Industries Minister Simone McGurk noted "The progress of the Aboriginal Cultural Centre project, together with the redevelopment of the Perth Concert Hall, is an exciting opportunity to enhance Western Australia's cultural experiences.

"This landmark project will serve as a cultural hub for Western Australia's First Nations peoples and become a vital part of our shared heritage."