South Perth Council to Review Major Contracts and Heritage Updates in Today's Session

Local Government Activity Intensifies Across Perth

Tuesday, 17 March 2026, marks a significant day for local governance and urban planning across the Perth metropolitan area. From major infrastructure contracts in the south to the final stages of a transformative decade-long vision for the city center, officials are convening to shape the future of Western Australia’s capital.

South Perth Council Agenda Briefing

The City of South Perth is scheduled to hold a Council Agenda Briefing tonight at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber. While formal decisions are typically reserved for Ordinary Council Meetings, today’s session is critical as it sets the stage for several high-stakes votes scheduled for next week. A primary item on today’s agenda is the recommendation to award a significant construction and maintenance contract to the West to West Group. Administration reports suggest the submission is the most economically sound option for the city, providing the best value for ratepayers across upcoming municipal works.

Heritage preservation is also at the forefront of today’s briefing. The council will review place-specific heritage surveys for several prominent locations, including properties on Anstey Street, Coode Street, and Forrest Street. Notably, the session will discuss the Statement of Significance for the Royal Perth Golf Club on Labouchere Road to ensure local heritage listings remain consistent with the State Register of Heritage Places.

City of Perth: Shaping the Decade Ahead

In the City of Perth, today marks the official closing of the public consultation period for the "Shaping Perth City Centre: Towards 2036 and Beyond" framework. Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds has championed the plan, which outlines a people-first evolution for the CBD. Key projects reaching a milestone today include the proposed Buneenboro Loop, a connected waterfront route linking the Swan River with Kings Park, and the "People’s Walk" intended to better integrate Central Perth Station with the surrounding precinct.

The Lord Mayor emphasized that the city is currently an economic powerhouse, and today’s conclusion of the feedback phase is the final step before the council moves toward formalizing the Draft Perth Capital City Plan. City staff are expected to begin reviewing community and industry submissions immediately following the midnight deadline.

State Innovation and Government Sessions

Beyond the local councils, the State Government is hosting an Innovation Booster Grant information session today at 9:00 AM. This session is designed to guide local entrepreneurs and researchers through the application process for state-funded grants, focusing on projects that drive economic diversification in Western Australia. Additionally, the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is hosting the Digital Health Summit, where government health officials are meeting with industry leaders to discuss the integration of AI into the state’s medical infrastructure.