“We have the unique opportunity to create a vibrant presence in our city by collaborating with the federal government,universities and businesses,” Mr McGowan said.
“A City Deal will help activate our city centre and provide an economic stimulus in the heart of our city,supporting small businesses and local jobs.”
Finance Minister Mathias Cormann said'City Deals'were the federal government’s proactive approach to help develop Australian cities and regions.
“The opportunity is to bring all levels of government together as well as the private sector and the community to provide a co-ordinated investment plan for Perth.
“We are very keen to help keep the momentum going,to keep developing Perth as a vibrant,exciting and liveable capital city for our state for the future.
“To that end we will continue to work across all levels of government and with all key stakeholders to achieve an ambitious City Deal which unlocks Perth’s incredible future potential.”
Mr Tudge said there was a real opportunity to capitalise on Perth’s city centre as a focus for the deal.