Flooding a City of Swan responsibility: DPLH

The state planning department says managing Swan’s flooding is a local government responsibility however City of Swan clarifies why planning factors behind the issue are not theirs to control.

Local News

Infrastructure corridor concern in Chittering

Chittering residents have raised concerns about a Chalice Mining proposal to build a mining corridor that traverses their private properties.

Swan councillors back community on review focus

Councillor Aaron Bowman and the deputy mayor back the community request for meetings with the Swan Planning Process Review consultant.

Midland speed limit review open for public comment

City of Swan proposes dropping Midland Town Centre speed limits to 40kmh to promote road safety with community consultation open until July 13.

Concerns remain over Bassendean CCTV

The Town of Bassendean has purchased a historic cottage in Surrey Street, but residents are concerned over the town’s financial capacity.

Sport

Big-lead win for Gidgegannup in round 11

Bulldogs won game against the Pickering Brook Hawks in their round 11 game.

Real Estate

Worst housing affordability in 30 years: REIA

The proportion of income needed to meet loan repayments in WA rose over the March 2026 quarter.

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