News Listings

September 2025
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Mobile Foodbank service now open weekly at Southcare

News Update 3 September 2025

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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Have your say: Hope Avenue Reserve play space upgrade

News Update 2 September 2025

Have your say on the Hope Avenue Reserve play space upgrade to help us choose the play elements and features you’d like to see there.

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Toddler Time at Manning Library change of location

News Update 1 September 2025

Toddler Time on Thursday, 11 September will be held outside on the James Miller Oval, next to Manning Library, weather permitting.

Program ideas invited to address local food insecurity

News Update 1 September 2025

Do you have a great idea to support local people in need? Are you passionate about improving food security in the City of South Perth? If so, we want to hear from you.

Expressions of Interest
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Get involved in Southside Summer 2026

News Update 1 September 2025

The City’s action-packed Southside Summer program is back in 2026 – and we are inviting you to join in the fun!

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Night Stalks return to Bodkin Park these school holidays

News Update 1 September 2025

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.

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Stage two works begin on Coode Street accessible toilet

News Update 1 September 2025

Stage two works are underway on the new Changing Places accessible public toilet at the Coode Street Foreshore. The project includes construction of the facility, internal fit-out and landscaping, with temporary fencing and signage now in place around the site.

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August 2025
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City’s draft Heritage List moves forward

News Update 29 August 2025

Council resolved at its August 2025 Ordinary Council Meeting to advertise a draft Heritage List.

Council adopts new planning policy

News Update 28 August 2025

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

News Update 28 August 2025

The City has updated its local planning policy for child care centres to better support families and maintain the amenity of local neighbourhoods.