News Listings

July 2026
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City to plant 850 new trees this winter

News Update 6 July 2026

This winter, 850 new 35L trees will be planted across streets and open spaces in the City of South Perth, helping to increase canopy cover, provide shade, support local biodiversity and create greener neighbourhoods.

Parks and Reserves

Declaration - Filling of Extraordinary Vacancy Without Extraordinary Election

Public Notice 6 July 2026

Filling of Extraordinary Vacancy Without Extraordinary Election

New Councillors to be sworn in

News Update 3 July 2026

Two new City of South Perth Councillors will be sworn in on Thursday 9 July.

Cr Jacqueline Raison resigns

News Update 3 July 2026

City of South Perth councillor Jacqueline Raison has announced her resignation from Council.

Foreshorebuildings

City of South Perth Council adopts 2026/27 Budget

Media Release 2 July 2026

Residents will benefit from more welcoming public spaces, greener streetscapes, safer roads and strengthened community safety initiatives under the City of South Perth’s 2026/27 Budget.

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City to begin annual broadleaf weed spraying

News Update 2 July 2026

The month, the City will start its annual Broadleaf Spraying Program to control weeds in sumps and reserves, helping maintain well-presented and enjoyable turfed areas for the community.

Parks and Reserves
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Young voices speaking for success at Speak with Confidence Awards

Media Release 2 July 2026

The City of South Perth’s primary school students proved to be word perfect at this year’s Speak with Confidence Awards, proudly hosted at the City's Civic Council Chambers on Wednesday 24 June.

Youth
June 2026

Cr Bronwyn Waugh resigns

News Update 30 June 2026

City of South Perth councillor Bronwyn Waugh has announced her resignation from Council.

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Evolve 2026: A festival of arts, events and culture

Media Release 30 June 2026

The City of South Perth is delighted to announce this year’s launch of our hugely popular Evolve: Arts, Events and Culture Winter Program, which will run from 18 July – 15 August.

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Local groups awarded funding for urban greening projects

Media Release 30 June 2026

Five local environmental and community groups have received a funding boost to support local conservation efforts in the City of South Perth.

Parks and Reserves