Kensington Project Area

Western Power is currently finalising the detailed design for undergrounding powerlines in the Kensington project area.
This is expected to be completed by February 2024. Following this, a report will be presented to Council to endorse the project and subsequent charges.
The City will provide further updates on this page as the project progresses.
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An update on underground power
Underground power delivers a host of benefits such as improved reliability and supply enhanced streetscapes and visual amenity.
Underground power to the people in Manning
The Manning Underground Power Project is officially complete, with removal of the last power pole at the corner of Marsh Avenue and Henning Crescent.
Underground Power - Community Information Session, Wednesday 25 May 2022
Property owners in the South Perth and Hurlingham area will be able to find out more about the City's next underground power project at a Community Information Session on Wednesday 25 May 2022.
Underground Power update
Underground power is one step closer in the South Perth and Hurlingham project areas.