City Notices Roundup: Infrastructure Updates and Community Meetings for February 9

Official Notice: Council Meetings and Public Participation

The City of Perth and City of South Perth have scheduled several high-priority governance meetings for Monday, 9 February 2026. Residents and stakeholders are advised of the following sessions:

• Chief Executive Officer Performance Review Committee Meeting: This meeting will commence at 4:00 PM at Council House, located at 27 St Georges Terrace. While portions involving confidential personnel matters may be closed to the public, official records will be managed in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995.
• City of South Perth Annual General Meeting of Electors: Scheduled for 6:00 PM at the South Perth Civic Centre Council Chamber. Electors are invited to participate by asking questions or moving motions. Formal questions were requested to be submitted by 10:00 AM today to ensure comprehensive responses during the session.

Roadwork and Infrastructure Alerts

Several major road and infrastructure projects are active or reaching milestones today. Motorists should anticipate delays and follow all posted detour signage:

• Newcastle Street, Perth: The scheduled road closure between William and Beaufort Streets is expected to conclude today, 9 February. Crews will be on-site to finalize works before reopening the thoroughfare.
• Hackett Drive, Crawley: Ongoing infrastructure improvements continue near the University of Western Australia. Drivers should expect intermittent lane closures through 13 February.
• South Perth Maintenance: Civil and asphalt works begin today on Roseberry Avenue, specifically between Jameson Street and Mill Point Road. Additionally, footpath slab replacements are starting on the South Perth Esplanade between Fraser Lane and Queen Street. Work hours are typically restricted to 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Public Transport and Traffic Disruptions

Commuters are reminded of significant changes to the regional transport network following the long-term closure of the Fremantle Traffic Bridge:

• Fremantle Line Services: To alleviate traffic pressure on the Stirling Highway, Transperth has implemented two additional weekday train services between Fremantle and Perth during both morning and afternoon peak periods.
• Midland Line Shutdown: The line remains closed between Bassendean and Midland. Replacement Bus Route 901 continues to operate to facilitate passenger movement through this corridor.
• Local Service Disruptions: Specific disruptions are active today for the Thornlie Station car park, alongside bus stop changes for Routes 28, 107, 270, 940, 374, and 386. Passengers are encouraged to check the live digital timetables before travel.

Public Health Advisory

WA Health has issued reminders regarding seasonal health risks. With the current warm weather, there is an increased risk of amoebic meningitis in untreated water bodies. Residents are urged to avoid jumping or diving into warm, stagnant water. Furthermore, the state’s mosquito repellent dispenser initiative has officially expanded to include the Peel and Great Southern regions to help combat the spread of mosquito-borne viruses following recent detection reports.