The WA Games Industry Council, formerly known as Let's Make Games WA, is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to revolutionising the games sector in Western Australia.

Our new identity, WAGIC, reflects our commitment to elevating the region's gaming industry to unprecedented heights. Our focus is on showcasing local talent, products, services, and celebrating the accomplishments of our vibrant games community.

  • Promoting Local Talent And Products

    We're at the forefront of highlighting the region's expertise and achievements in gaming. Our goal is to showcase the remarkable capabilities of Western Australia as a significant player in the games world.

  • Elevating Western Australia's Games Industry

    We believe in the power of collaboration and community. Our initiatives in networking, knowledge exchange, mentorship, and cross sector partnerships are designed to sustain and strengthen the gaming industry in Western Australia.

  • Strengthening The Industry's Foundations

    Our aim is to make Western Australia a central hub for game development in Australia. We actively promote games developed in WA, highlighting the value and creativity of our local developers.

About

Originally formed in 2009 as a group for local game developers to connect and share their passion for games under the name Let’s Make Games (LMG), it became incorporated as a non-profit association in 2011. After more than 14 years of uniting the WA games industry with community-focused events, the association is en route to becoming bigger and better than ever under new leadership and a new name.

WAGIC is excited to announce its continued growth, leveraging the strong foundation and engaged community cultivated over the years. With the addition of new committee members bringing fresh perspectives, the organisation is poised to capitalise on the momentum generated by the highly successful inaugural WA Games Week held last September.

The WA Games Industry Council is Western Australia’s representative body for video game developers and people in the games and game-adjacent industries. Supporting local game studios and developers while informing institutional and government decisions affecting the industry, WAGIC represents a vital part of a global industry that has grown steadily over the last decades.

Objectives

Organise inclusive events that bring together game developers, businesses, and the public, fostering a vibrant, collaborative community.

Recording and highlighting key activities and successes within our community to inspire and promote local talent.

Maintaining an active online presence to encourage dialogue and interaction among community members and with interested individuals.

Engaging directly with industry leaders and government bodies to advocate for the interests and growth of the WA games industry.

Strengthen and sustain the games industry in Western Australia by facilitating networking, knowledge exchange, mentorship, and encouraging cross-sector partnerships.

Committee.

  • Rin McBeath

    Co-Chair / Treasurer

  • Caitlin Lomax

    Co-Chair

  • Jane Kennington

    Vice Chair

  • Bevan Hewett

    Secretary

  • Luke Greenwood

    Community Manager

  • Ivan Ertlov

    Industry Liaison

  • Mathew Palumbo

    Industry Liaison

  • Tilly Jowle-Gill

    Events Manager

  • Jordan Russell

    Technology Manager

  • Amy Doherty

    OCM

Organisation Rules