City Notice Roundup: Stadium Event Closures and OneCity Showcase

Public Notice: Essential Services and Event Advisory

The City of Perth and state authorities have issued several public notices for Sunday, 22 March 2026, regarding community events, significant road closures, and health advisories. Residents and visitors are advised to plan their travel accordingly to avoid delays, particularly near East Perth and Optus Stadium.

Community Event: OneCity Showcase at Wellington Square

The City of Perth is hosting its inaugural OneCity Showcase today, Sunday, 22 March, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Wellington Square. This free community event features live entertainment, interactive stalls, and demonstrations from emergency services, including St John WA and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES). Attendees can also access free bike checks and explore displays from Perth City Farm. Due to expected high attendance, local parking near Wellington Square will be limited.

Traffic Alert: Optus Stadium and East Perth Road Closures

A major road closure notice is in effect for the Optus Stadium precinct to facilitate the AFL match between West Coast and North Melbourne. Temporary traffic management will be active throughout the afternoon. Additionally, the following infrastructure-related closures remain in place:

• Cool Roads Program: Various roads in East Perth are subject to daily closures from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm until 23 March.
• Queen Street: Continued full road closure between Wellington Street and Murray Street for infrastructure upgrades.
• Hackett Drive: Temporary closures in Crawley remain active through late March.

Transperth Service Disruptions

Commuters utilizing public transport today should be aware of several scheduled disruptions across the rail network:

• Airport and Fremantle Lines: Nightly closures are scheduled for Sunday evening.
• Station Access: Significant disruptions are active for the Airport Line, including impacts at Claisebrook and McIver stations throughout the day.
• Bus Services: Route 548 and various stops for Routes 40, 41, 42, and 43 are currently affected by localized disruptions.

Health Advisory: Measles and Summer Safety

WA Health has issued an active Measles Alert following the identification of multiple cases in the state this year. Members of the public who have recently visited transit hubs or large public gatherings are urged to monitor for symptoms including fever, tiredness, and a red blotchy rash. Furthermore, a seasonal advisory regarding Amoebic Meningitis remains in effect; residents are cautioned to avoid getting untreated freshwater up their nose while swimming in warm, stagnant water bodies during the remainder of the summer season.

Local Government Works: South Perth

The City of South Perth has confirmed ongoing construction and truck movements at several sites today, including Davilak Street in Como and Mill Point Road in South Perth. While most heavy works are restricted on Sundays, residents may notice site security and minor maintenance activities.