City of Perth

Take a glimpse into the future of sustainable development, right here in the #CityofLight 🙌 Yesterday morning, Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas and our CEO Michelle Reynolds joined Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti MLA at the opening of Perth’s first timber-hybrid office tower, the WS2 building at Westralia Square. This state-of-the-art feat of engineering prowess was made possible through adaptive reuse and an innovative multidisciplinary approach to structural, mechanical and electrical engineering which enabled the 12-storey high tower to be built over an existing carpark. Compared to traditional demolition and concrete construction, the adaptive design and reuse of existing materials and foundational structures saved around 70 per cent of embodied carbon! Dive into the details of the WS2 build via the developer Arup: https://ow.ly/cNuw50SJKTV

The City of Perth extends a warm welcome to everyone visiting our magnificent City for the 2024 Indian Ocean Defence and Security Conference and Exhibition. The three-day event is the biggest defence industry conference ever held in WA. If you’re looking for things to do during your down time – check out Visit Perth for ideas: https://visitperth.com/ #IODS2024 #DefenceWest

We're proud to mark a significant milestone in our Sister City relationship with Kagoshima! At a special planting ceremony with our Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas and Mayor Takao Shimozuru, five Sakura seedlings have found their home in Kagoshima Park at Burswood, symbolising the enduring friendship and shared history between Perth and Kagoshima. As these trees grow, so does the bond between our cities. Here's to many more years of cultural understanding and economic collaboration! 🌳 For all the details on the Kagoshima visit, see https://lnkd.in/gXeAN7cf

We are thrilled to celebrate our 50-year relationship with our Japan Sister City, Kagoshima. Yesterday, Mayor Takao Shimozuru and his delegates were greeted with a Whadjuk Nyoongar Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony, and a commemorative reception at Council House where cultural exchanges continued. Here’s a glimpse into their first day in our City!

Our $299.48 million 2024-25 Budget has landed with the promise of better, brighter and bolder things for the City this year, and in the years to come. As we start the conversation about that stunning vision of a reimagined riverfront, let’s first take a moment to look back on the biggest year on record in the City of Light. We lived our vision of a more liveable, sustainable and prosperous City, and we’re ready to chase those records again in the months ahead.

Shining bright and early ✨ Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas and our CEO Michelle Reynolds delivered a Budget briefing to a packed room this morning at Council House. The Lord Mayor also unveiled a stunning vision of a reimagined riverfront of the future. Learn all about it here: https://lnkd.in/gbmTvijK

Making the most of our Riverfront! The glittering Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) is one of Perth’s greatest assets. This year, we’re starting the conversation about how we can make the most of our treasured riverfront. Imagine a revitalised city park that sets a new standard, blending nature, biodiversity, culture, and the undeniable sparkle of the river. Community discussions will help to shape a new Riverfront Masterplan, which will bring the riverfront’s potential as a world-leading river park destination to life. This visionary initiative presents a unique opportunity for collaboration between the Australian and State Governments to enhance how our state and city integrate with the riverfront, creating lasting benefits for all. Read more about our plans and Budget commitments for the year ahead here: https://lnkd.in/gbmTvijK Image credit: WAX Architectural Visualizations

It’s time to shine Perth! Our $299.48 million budget puts our community’s aspirations for a more liveable, sustainable and prosperous City front and centre. It does this while delivering one of the lowest rate rise of major Councils across the Perth metropolitan area. We’re delivering: A better place to be • $20 million for improved roads, paths and lighting • $33 million for safe streets and inclusive community programs and services • $37 million for clean and green streets and parks • $57.4 million to optimise our facilities and infrastructure More ways for everyone to shine bright • $2.7 million for enhanced streetscapes and community spaces • $7.8 million for sponsorship and grants • $11.8 million for more events, activations and marketing • $12 million in free parking initiatives On bold plans for our future City • $16.5 million contributed to Perth City Deal initiatives • $16.7 million towards bold City-led visions, plans and developments For the full details on the Budget, go to https://lnkd.in/gbMic3td

We celebrated NAIDOC Week this morning with the unveiling of a powerful art exhibition on display in Council House Foyer. This exhibition resonates with the 2024 theme 'Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud', spotlighting the rich cultures of our First Nations through compelling pieces from locally and nationally renowned Aboriginal artists. Explore these inspiring artworks at the Council House Foyer, available for viewing on weekdays until Friday 2 August. More information: https://lnkd.in/gPnJiE6p Pictured: Deputy Lord Mayor Clyde Bevan (Friends Restaurant), Cr Raj Doshi, members of Middar Dance Group, Uncle Albert McNamara, Aunty Irene McNamara and Cr Bruce Reynolds.

NAIDOC Week celebrations were loud and proud on Sunday at the Naidoc Perth Opening Ceremony, supported by the City of Perth. Taking place at Moort-ak Waadiny (Wellington Square), the culturally significant ceremony featured free family friendly activities, captivating dance performances, music, food, arts, crafts and designs. Discover more NAIDOC Week events this week. https://lnkd.in/gPnJiE6p