Australia Day

The City will host its annual Australia Day Morning Ceremony at Sir James Mitchell Park including the welcoming of the City’s newest Australian citizens, raising of the Australian flag, presentation of the Australia Day Active Citizenship Awards, and the Ted Maslen Memorial University Exhibition Award.

The Rotary Club of Como will then fire up the BBQ and host a Great Aussie breakfast to get you fuelled up for the day ahead.

Australia Day afternoon will look a little different due to the continuing uncertainty around COVID-19. The Celebration Zone which has previously taken place in the afternoon at Sir James Mitchell Park will not take place in 2022. Instead, there will be four entertainment zones along the South Perth foreshore where families will be able to enjoy the afternoon and view the City of Perth Skyworks in the evening. Activities will kick off in each of the zones from 3pm and will conclude at 7.30pm in time for the City of Perth Skyworks at 8pm. COVID safety measures will be in place and visitors to the foreshore will be required to be double vaccinated.

Traffic Management, parking and local resident access

In line with Main Roads WA guidelines to manage emergency access as well as safe entry and exit for visitors expected to attend the South Perth foreshore in the afternoon, local traffic management, road closures and parking restrictions will be in place. Please refer to the tabs below for more information.

Event Information

Events Listing

2022 Australia Day Morning Ceremony & Great Aussie Breakfast

Sir James Mitchell Park, Flagpole 26 January 2022

Australia Day celebrations begin early with the City of South Perth's Morning Ceremony and Great Aussie Breakfast.

Arts & Culture Australia Day Food & Drink Free Kids/Family Outdoor Seniors Young people

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2022 Australia Day Afternoon Entertainment

Sir James Mitchell Park 26 January 2022

Australia Day in South Perth will look a little different for 2022. There will be four entertainment zones along the South Perth foreshore providing ideal locations to enjoy the afternoon with family and friends.

Arts & Culture Australia Day Food & Drink Free Kids/Family Outdoor Seniors Young people

City of Perth Australia Day 2022 Skyworks

Langley Park 26 January 2022

City of Perth's Australia Day Skyworks is returning in 2022! The day comprises of the Birak Concert, Air Show, Entertainment Zone presented by Lotterywest on Langley Park and Terrace Road and conclude with a 30-minute spectacular fireworks display.

Australia Day Free Kids/Family Live Entertainment Outdoor

The following information is provided for local residents who live close to the South Perth Foreshore.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable Australia Day with minimal impact on residents, the City implements a traffic management plan for Australia Day as required by WA Police and Main Roads WA.

Please read the following information carefully as there are significant traffic and parking changes in South Perth on Australia Day 2022.

The Australia Day 2022 Resident Flyer contains detailed information for residents living in the traffic management area including details of how to apply for a permit as well as information about accessing their property on Australia Day.

Access Restricted Area (yellow area on map)

In the access restricted area, roads will be closed from 12pm to 10.30pm on Wednesday 26 January 2022.

No street, verge or crossover parking will be permitted during this time for residents or their visitors (a crossover is the area of driveway between the road and a property line). Vehicles should only be parked on private property.

The Access Restricted Area is divided into four Residential Zones (see map: Zones A, B, C and D), with designated entry points for each zone - A1, A2, B1, B2, C, D1 and D2. You must enter via your designated entry point and you will be asked to show proof of your address in the area on a valid drivers licence or via an access permit.

You do not need a special permit to enter if you are able to present a valid driver’s license listing your current address in the Access Restricted Area.

If your driver’s license does not show your address as being in one of the four zones, you will need to apply for an Access Permit. Utility bills or other documents will not be accepted to gain entry into this area.

Access permits will be required for your visitors to enter the Traffic Management Area (and a permit will only be granted if you have private parking on your property for them).

Parking Restricted Area (light blue on map)

A parking restricted area will be in operation to ensure sufficient access for emergency vehicles as directed by WA Police and Main Roads WA.

There will be no parking allowed on the road or verge (this includes crossovers - the area of driveway between the road and a property line) in the parking restricted area. Please ensure you inform your visitors of these restrictions.

Please refer to the Australia Day 2022 traffic parking and road closure map for affected streets.

2022 Australia Day Access Permit application form

2022 Australia Day Access Permit Application

Please note that the cut off for permit applications is 3pm, Tuesday 25 January 2022. Residents will be required to collect their permit from the Civic Centre during normal business hours.

Australia Day 2022 traffic management map

The following information is for those residing in the Access Restricted Area and their visitors (yellow on map).

Yes. If you live in the access restricted area, you can park on your driveway or in your garage or carport, but you (or your visitors) will not be able to park on the crossover (the area of driveway between the road and your property line) or on the street.

You can enter the area by presenting a valid driver’s license listing your current address but if you do not have your current address listed on your driver’s license, you will need to apply for an access permit.

There is no provision for parking on the street, on verges nor on your crossover (the area of driveway between the road and your property line) on Australia Day 2022 in the Access Restricted Area.

If you live in the Access Restricted Area and you do not have a private parking space, you will be required to find alternative parking arrangements on 26 January 2022. Please call Customer Service on 9474 0777 if you need more information about where to park.

We apologise for any inconvenience this will cause but this process has been put in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for all as part of the City's traffic management plan for Australia Day.

If you expect visitors on Australia Day and you have parking space available on your property, you can apply for an Access Permit for your guests.

Please note that there is to be no parking on any verge (including your crossover - the area of driveway between the road and your property line) or in the street.

Your visitors can enter via the designated entry point for your address by presenting a valid Access Permit for that Residential Zone. Please refer to the map to determine the Zone your property is in.

Should you have a care provider scheduled to visit on Australia Day 2022, please contact the City during business hours on 9474 0777 to arrange for access within the Access Restricted Area.

The City will require name and contact details of the carer, the registration number for the carer’s vehicle and your address inside the Access Restricted Area. Please note that there is to be no parking on any verge (including your crossover - the area of driveway between the road and your property line) or in the street.

You will need to apply for an Access Permit if:

you live in the Access Restricted area but your drivers licence doesn't show your current address
or if you are expecting visitors on Australia Day (you will need to provide visitors with parking on your property as no street, verge or crossover parking will be permitted)

You can show your drivers license to enter the Access Restricted Area if it shows your current address inside the area.

You can apply for an Access Permit online or by submitting the hard copy form that was sent to all residents living in the Access Restricted Area.

Hard copy forms can be submitted:

in person at the Civic Centre
by email to enquiries@southperth.wa.gov.au
by post to City of South Perth, Civic Centre, Cnr Sandgate St and South Tce, South Perth WA 6151.

Your application must be received by 3pm on Tuesday 25 January 2022.

Only people residing in the Access Restricted Area can apply for a permit.

In case of an emergency between the hours of 12pm and 10.30pm on Wednesday 26 January (Australia Day), residents can call 000 as per normal.

The operator will assess the situation and arrange police, fire or ambulance assistance as required.

Event staff and/or traffic management contractors at the road closure checkpoint will liaise with the Event Command Centre to enable emergency vehicle access into the area.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable Australia Day, the City implements a traffic management plan for Australia Day as required by WA Police and Main Roads WA. There are significant traffic and parking changes in South Perth on Australia Day 2022 and visitors will not be able to drive to the foreshore.

Free Event Transport Service

To facilitate access to the foreshore, the City will be providing a free shuttle service between:

George Burnett Leisure Centre (GBLC), Manning Rd, Cnr Elderfield Rd, Karawara
the City of South Perth Civic Centre, cnr Sandgate St and South Tce, South Perth
the four entertainment zones.

The shuttle buses will run approximately every 10 minutes back and forth between 2-9.30pm with a break between 7.30 and 8.30pm to allow visitors to watch the fireworks.

Both GBLC and the Civic Centre are easily accessible from the Kwinana Freeway and have ample parking facilities including ACROD parking. Shuttle buses are fully accessible for passengers with wheelchairs, prams or mobility devices.

Please note that under State Government directions, masks are required on the shuttle buses.

Driving

Visitors to the South Perth Foreshore on Australia Day are strongly encouraged to use public transport or to park in the free car parks as listed above and use the FREE shuttle bus service.

The Kwinana Freeway exit ramps (northbound and southbound) and the roads bounded by Labouchere Road, Angelo Street, Douglas Avenue, Canning Highway and Ellam Street will be closed from 12pm to 10.30pm.

On-Demand Transport Vehicles

On Australia Day between 12pm and 10.30pm, on demand transport services (such as taxis, Uber, Ola, Shebah and other vehicle charter companies) will not be permitted to drop off or pick up riders in the Access Restricted Area.

Likewise, on demand food delivery services (such as Domino’s, Uber Eats, Deliveroo, Menulog and Eat Now) will not be allowed to deliver food inside the area.

To accommodate these services, the City will set up a temporary pick up and drop off area at the City’s Windsor Park car park off Labouchere Road.

Bicycle

Please note that some sections of the cycle path along the South Perth Foreshore will be diverted from 7am to midnight on Australia Day. Bicycle parking is available inside each of the entertainment zones. Please remember to bring a bike lock.

Parking

Parking Restricted Area (light blue on map)

A parking restricted area will be in operation during the event to ensure sufficient access for emergency vehicles.

There will be no parking allowed on the road or verge (this includes crossovers - the area of driveway between the road and a property line) in the parking restricted area.

Please refer to the Australia Day 2022 traffic parking and road closure map for affected streets.

Double penalties apply to all City of South Perth infringements issued on Australia Day 2022 - please check signs and read the traffic and parking information above before parking
Illegally parked vehicles within the Parking Restricted Area will be towed and impounded.

Disability and ACROD Parking

The City will be providing a free shuttle bus service between;

George Burnett Leisure Centre (GBLC), Manning Rd, Cnr Elderfield Rd, Karawara
City of South Perth Civic Centre, Cnr Sandgate St and South Tce, South Perth
The four entertainment zones.

All shuttle buses will be fully accessible for passengers with wheelchairs, prams or mobility devices.

The shuttle buses will run approximately every 10 minutes back and forth between 2-9.30pm, with a break between 7.30 and 8.30pm to allow visitors to watch the fireworks.

Both GBLC and the Civic Centre are easily accessible from the Kwinana Freeway and have ample parking with priority accessible parking for those with valid ACROD permits.

At each of the entertainment zones, there will be accessible matting for people with disability, walkers, prams and strollers from the shuttle bus stop into the zone.

COVID-19 safety

The City is following State Government advice in relation to COVID-19. As announced on Friday 21 January, masks will now be required indoors and outdoors at the Australia Day events including on the free shuttle buses. Should any of the health advice change, this page will be updated with the revised Directions.

Visitors can use the WA Government’s new ServiceWA app to check-in using the QR codes located around the event and show their proof of COVID-19 vaccinations or medical exemptions. Paper based registers will also be available.

Visitors are requested to practice social distancing, to regularly use hand sanitiser and to report to medical staff if you become unwell.

Traffic Management

Visitors will not be able to drive to the foreshore. Please see the Getting there information. Either a valid drivers license showing an address inside the access restricted area OR a 2022 Australia Day Access permit must be presented to the traffic controllers upon entry into the access restricted area. Please place the permit on your dashboard with your vehicle registration facing out.

Penalties & Infringements

Double penalties apply to all City of South Perth infringements issued on Australia Day 2022 - please check signs and read the traffic and parking information above before parking
Illegally parked vehicles within the Parking Restricted Area will be towed and impounded.

Walking & Cycling Paths

Some sections of the cycle path along the South Perth Foreshore will be diverted from 7am to midnight on Australia Day to allow for event structures.

Items not allowed on the South Perth Foreshore

For safety reasons please do not bring large objects (greater than 1.5m) into the event zone as they will be impounded
Please do not bring glass containers into the event zone
Drones are not permitted to fly over populous areas so please don’t bring your drone to foreshore on Australia Day. For more information visit www.casa.gov.au.

Impounded Goods

Collection of impounded goods can be arranged from Thursday 27 January 2022 during business hours by phoning the City on 9474 0777.

The City's Australia Day events are assisted by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council.

Contact us

Phone 9474 0777
Email enquiries@southperth.wa.gov.au