A major economic and tourism boost for Mandurah when it hosts the 2018 Australasian Police and Emergency Games.
The State Government, through Tourism Western Australia, has signed a deal to fund the 2018 Australasian Police and Emergency Games, to be held in Mandurah from October 28 to November 3, 2018.
The biennial Australasian Police and Emergency Games is a seven-day, multi-discipline sporting event for serving, retired and volunteer members of eligible police and emergency service agencies. Western Australia last hosted the event in 2004.
It is anticipated the 2018 event, which involves more than 50 individual and team sports, will attract about 2,000 visitors from outside the Peel region and generate about $2.5 million in visitor expenditure.
The event is open to competitors from Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands. Due to its close proximity to WA, competitors from Singapore will once again be invited to participate, along with those from Indonesia, Malaysia and Hong Kong who will be invited to compete for the first time.
The Australasian Police and Emergency Games, organised by WA Police, is supported by the State Government through Tourism WA’s Regional Events Program.
Tourism Minister Paul Papalia said events such as this were important for increasing visitation to Western Australia’s regional areas, which had significant economic benefits.
“The Australasian Police and Emergency Games will help to drive visitors to the Peel region, potentially from countries such as Singapore, Hong Kong and Indonesia.
“The majority of services associated with managing this event will be sourced locally, providing opportunities for many small, medium and large businesses within the Mandurah region."
Police Minister Michelle Roberts said this is a fantastic opportunity for the community to recognise the contribution made by our police and other first responders.
“It also reminds us of the important work they undertake every day."
Emergency Services Minister Fran Logan said she's looking forward to seeing our State’s emergency services members getting involved and showing the other States - and our police counterparts - what they are made of.
“Let’s hope the home-ground advantage will also tip the medal tally in our favour.”
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