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Council adopts new tree retention policy
Residents should be aware of new requirements around pruning and removing trees of a certain height and species on private property in the City of South Perth.
Give your feedback on the Canning Bridge Bus Interchange
Main Roads, on behalf of the Public Transport Authority, is inviting community feedback on plans for a new Canning Bridge Bus Interchange, to be built above the train station and Kwinana Freeway.
Our local emergency management plans
If you live in, work in or visit the City of South Perth, we encourage you to read our updated Local Emergency Management Arrangements Plan (LEMA) and Local Recovery Plan (LRP).
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New Containers for Change Drop & Go Point in Como
City of South Perth and surrounding residents can now return their 10c drink containers at a new Containers for Change Drop & Go point at the City’s Recycling Centre in Como.
Mobile Foodbank service now open weekly at Southcare
Eligible residents in the City of South Perth now have more opportunities to access low-cost nutrient rich food locally with a Mobile Foodbank service now operating at Southcare in Manning every Monday from 11.30am to 12.30pm.
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Night Stalks return to Bodkin Park these school holidays
Night Stalks are back at Bodkin Park Wetlands these September–October school holidays. These free guided walks, led by Joe Tonga, run from 6.30–8.30pm over 8 nights, offering a rare chance to explore the hidden world of nocturnal wildlife.
City’s draft Heritage List moves forward
Council resolved at its August 2025 Ordinary Council Meeting to advertise a draft Heritage List.
Council adopts new planning policy
A new City policy will help assess how new developments exceeding typical height limits might impact the views from neighbouring buildings.
New guidance for child care developments
The City has updated its local planning policy for child care centres to better support families and maintain the amenity of local neighbourhoods.
Removal of six trees planted on south side of Lake Douglas
The City of South Perth Council voted at its Ordinary Council Meeting on 26 August 2025 not to revoke Council Resolution Number 0725/140 Removal of Six Trees Planted on the South Side of Lake Douglas During Winter 2024 considered by Council at its meeting held 22 July 2025.
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