Councillors voted unanimously on Tuesday to put up $25 million towards the capital costs of a new aquatic facility at the WACA but have refused to cover maintenance costs.
A rapid review by WA’s infrastructure advisory body of the City of Perth’s business case,which was used as the basis for the council to reject paying for a WACA aquatic facility,suggested the local government might only pay $77 million over 40 years.
Nine months after Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas’ comments about the transgender community,Perth could become home to the country’s second LGBTQ+ hub.
West Australian Premier Mark McGowan has vowed to make the City of Perth contribute to the $100 million WACA redevelopment despite the council voting not to back the project.
Ask Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas what it means to come almost last for Perth radio listeners and he’ll tell you that it shows he’s a success.
City of Perth ratepayers could be on the hook for $151.5 million over 40 years if a plan to build a public pool at the WACA went ahead.
The city feels hollowed out amid failed public spaces and social problems are glaring as it’s becoming clear that many workers have shifted to work from home permanently.
The Lord Mayor has moved to deliver one of his key election commitments,which he says could improve police numbers and therefore safety in the central city.
The number of people experiencing homelessness in Perth has increased by 58 per cent over the past six months as vulnerable West Australians struggle to find accommodation in a tight rental market.
The City of Perth council voted unanimously on Tuesday night to investigate the feasibility of a trial,a key election promise from Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas.
Woolworths has revealed its plans for the City of Perth’s first full-line supermarket which is looking to capitalise on future growth opportunities in West Perth and the $227 million Subi East redevelopment.