News Listings

June 2025

City appoints new Acting CEO

News Update 25 June 2025

The City of South Perth is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Scott as Acting Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July 2025.

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City delivers another low rate rise in the 2025/26 budget

Media Release 25 June 2025

City of South Perth residents can look forward to upgraded outdoor spaces, renewed foreshore facilities, safer roads and more vibrant neighbourhoods as part of the City’s 2025/26 Budget.

Weed Control Treatment Program 2025

News Update 24 June 2025

The City will be commencing its annual Weed Control Treatment Program in July 2025 to control a range of weeds along the roads, kerbs, and road reserve footpaths to ensure these areas in the City remain at a high level of presentation and amenity for the community.

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Road rehabilitation works - Lansdowne Road between Canning Highway and First Avenue

News Update 23 June 2025

Road rehabilitation works will soon be happening on Lansdowne Road in Kensington to prevent further deterioration and ensure they remain in good condition for years to come.

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Library catalogue services back online

News Update 20 June 2025

Library catalogue services, including reservations and our Digital Library, are now fully available.

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Gen Z tech help coming to City libraries

News Update 19 June 2025

The City of South Perth Libraries is launching a free digital support program at South Perth and Manning libraries that connects tech-savvy young people with older residents keen to grow their digital skills.

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Get involved in the City’s annual tree planting day

News Update 18 June 2025

The City of South Perth invites community members to join its annual winter tree planting event at Elderfield Wetlands, Salter Point on Sunday, 27 July 2025.

City celebrates NAIDOC Week 2025

Media Release 17 June 2025

The City of South Perth will celebrate NAIDOC Week 2025, held from 6– 13 July 2025, with a series of free, family-friendly events that honour the cultures, histories and achievements of First Nations people.

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City to begin annual broadleaf weed spraying

News Update 16 June 2025

The City of South Perth will commence its annual Broadleaf Spraying Program in July 2025 to control weeds in sumps and reserves, helping maintain well-presented and enjoyable turfed areas for the community.

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Adoption of Dogs Local Law 2025

Public Notice 13 June 2025

The Council of the City of South Perth resolved on 22 April 2025 to adopt the City of South Perth Dogs Local Law 2025 which will come into operation on 27 June 2025.