News Listings

February 2026
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February Ordinary Council Meeting Adjournment

Public Notice 26 February 2026

The City of South Perth Ordinary Council Meeting held on Tuesday 24 February was adjourned at 11.19pm and will reconvene on Wednesday 4 March at 6pm to deliberate the remaining agenda items.

Local Government Monitor appointed to the City of South Perth

News Update 25 February 2026

Local Government Inspector Tony Brown has appointed Murdoch University Chancellor Gail McGowan PSM as a local government monitor at the City of South Perth, commencing Wednesday 25 February.

Celebrate Harmony Week 2026

News Update 25 February 2026

Discover, experience and celebrate Western Australia’s rich cultural diversity during Harmony Week from 15–21 March 2026.

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What's new at our libraries: March 2026

News Update 25 February 2026

Show us your creativity! Find all the inspiration you need to get the creative juices flowing this month at the South Perth libraries.

Sounds in the Park hits all the right notes

News Update 24 February 2026

Thousands of locals turned out for a lively evening of Sounds in the Park at Ryrie Reserve in Como, with families, friends and music lovers of all ages rolling out picnic rugs and soaking up the balmy summer vibes.

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Foreshore pathway upgraded with smart lighting

News Update 24 February 2026

A section of the pedestrian pathway on the Sir James Mitchell Park foreshore is now brighter and safer, with smart electrical lighting installed between the South Perth Esplanade car park and Mends Street.

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Stormwater litter trap maintenance rescheduled - Kwinana Freeway (Manning Road to Narrows Bridge)

News Update 23 February 2026

On Sunday 15 February, drainage maintenance night works will commence on the northbound lane of Kwinana Freeway, between Manning Road and Narrows Bridge, as part of the City and Main Roads WA drainage maintenance program.

Weekly approved works 23 February - 1 March 2026

Public Notice 20 February 2026

Latest approved works in the City of South Perth from 23 February - 1 March 2026.

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First streetlight marks major step in underground power project

News Update 19 February 2026

The Kensington underground power project is progressing well, with the installation of the first LED streetlight marking a major milestone towards transitioning the remaining pockets of the City of South Perth to underground power.

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Adoption of the City of South Perth Cats Amendment Local Law 2025

Public Notice 13 February 2026

Council resolved on 16 December 2025 to adopt the City of South Perth Cats Amendment Local Law 2025.