Roads and Footpath Works
Road works are coordinated so as to minimise disruptions to residents, motorists and pedestrians. For example, road works located near residential areas are carried out mostly in the day, and road works near schools and busy roads are scheduled for non-peak hours.
Work on the City’s roads, footpaths and verges can be carried out by a number of different service providers. In general, the City manages the local roads within the local government area and the main, State controlled roads are managed by Main Roads WA.
Roads are condition-rated against a range of criteria to determine the need for, and timing of, preventative or remedial action to prevent loss of service. The ratings address factors such as structure, surface cracking, ride-ability, age and predicted increases in traffic volumes and vehicle classifications.
Current road and footpath news
News Listings
Footpath construction works - Ruth Street between Brittain and Eleanor Streets, Como
Infill path works will soon be happening in Ruth Street, Como. Construction of new concrete access footpath will improve pedestrian access and safety.
Footpath replacement - Darling Street between Brandon Street and Salisbury Avenue, South Perth
Footpath replacement works will soon be happening on Darling Street soon as part of the City’s 2025/26 Slab Replacement Program.
Footpath replacement - Bickley Crescent between Pether Road and Godwin Avenue, Manning
Footpath replacement works will be happening on Bickley Crescent soon as part of the City’s 2025/26 Slab Replacement Program. These works will be confined to the street verge and will include replacing old concrete slabs and constructing a new 1.5m wide in situ concrete footpath.
Road rehabilitation works - Second Avenue between Lansdowne Road and First Avenue
Road rehabilitation works will soon be happening on Second Avenue to prevent further deterioration and ensure they remain in good condition for years to come.
Weed Control Treatment Program 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.
