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September 2026
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Climate-ready street tree trial shows healthy growth

News Update 29 September 2026

The City’s climate-ready street tree trial is off to a healthy start, with all five trial species establishing well after nine months as part of WALGA’s six-year program testing trees better suited to Perth’s changing climate.

Parks and Reserves
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Footpath maintenance works - Harper Terrace, South Perth

News Update 29 September 2026

On Monday 19 October 2026, Footpath maintenance works will be carried out at the entrance to the IGA Underground Car Park on Harper Terrace, South Perth.

Roads and Footpaths
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Verge tree planting preparation

Public Notice 25 September 2026

The City will be planting trees along verges, in parks and gardens, and other natural areas across the City starting from Monday 5 October 2026.

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Extraordinary Election Results

News Update 25 September 2026

The results of the Extraordinary Election are now available.

New playground to swing into action at George Burnett Park

Media Release 25 September 2026

Recreational facilities in Karawara are getting an upgrade with an exciting new playground coming to George Burnett Park.

George Burnett Precinct Parks and Reserves
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Road works - Frasers Lane, South Perth

News Update 24 September 2026

On Monday 19 October 2026, Road rehabilitation works will soon begin on Frasers Lane, between Mill Point Road and South Perth Esplanade, South Perth.

Roads and Footpaths

Metro Inner DAP Agenda 30 September 2026

Public Notice 23 September 2026

A Metro Inner Development Assessment Panel Meeting will be held on 30 September 2026 at the Department of Planning, Lands & Heritage.

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One year on, our community is recycling like champions

News Update 22 September 2026

It’s been just over a year since the City’s Recycling Centre welcomed the Reuse Shop and Containers for Change Drop & Go station. Find out how these new facilities are helping the community dispose of waste more responsibly, support the circular economy and give unwanted items a second life.

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Pet registration fees waived

News Update 22 September 2026

Pet registration fees waived this financial year - fur real.

Eradication effort underway to stop Qfly

News Update 22 September 2026

Qfly has been found in our community. Residents can help stop its spread by checking fruiting plants, disposing of fallen fruit safely, and reporting any suspected Qfly.

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