News Listings

February 2025
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New publication day for Agenda Briefing

News Update 12 February 2025

The City of South Perth has brought forward the publication of the Council Agenda Briefing documents from Friday to Wednesday.

New paid parking available on the South Perth Esplanade

News Update 10 February 2025

From Monday 17 February new parking rules will apply along the south-western side of South Perth Esplanade, between Harper Terrace and Queen Street.

Did you attend Southside Summer? Tell us your thoughts to win

Event 6 February 2025

Did you attend Southside Summer? If so, tell us your thoughts to go in the draw to WIN a $100 voucher

South Perth Children’s Library celebrates its 80th anniversary

Library 5 February 2025

A nostalgic selection of photos from the local history collection was on display at South Perth Library last month to mark the 80th anniversary of South Perth Children’s Library.

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Entries are now open for the 2025 South Perth Young Writers Award

Library 3 February 2025

Do you have a story to tell? The 2025 South Perth Young Writers Award (SPYWA) is now open for entries, offering young writers the chance to showcase their creativity and develop their storytelling skills.

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Paid opportunity for artists to exhibit at Box Gallery this autumn

News Update 3 February 2025

Express your interest in exhibiting at the Box Gallery Manning this Autumn. Submissions are now open, closing at 4pm on Tuesday 4 March 2025.

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Meet South Perth’s newest (and brightest) resident!

News Update 31 January 2025

A striking four-metre-tall swan has landed at Mindeerup, lighting up the South Perth Foreshore in spectacular fashion.

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Works to begin on new footbridge at Lake Douglas in South Perth

News Update 30 January 2025

Construction on the footbridge at Lake Douglas in South Perth is scheduled to begin on February 17 and is expected to take approximately two months to complete.

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New term program for little learners at our libraries

Library 30 January 2025

An exciting new Early Childhood program term will begin at Manning and South Perth libraries on Monday 10 February, with a range of engaging sessions for children under five.

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South Perth Foreshore to illuminate Perth Festival

News Update 29 January 2025

A captivating beacon of light on the South Perth foreshore will welcome Perth Festival to Sir James Mitchell Park, as Karla Bidi lights up the skies and riverways of Perth from 7 February.