Avon Valley

April 2, 2026

Childcare site sale scrapped after buyer withdraws

Bassendean stopped the Wind in the Willows site sale after community backlash and the buyer’s withdrawal prompting council to explore future alternatives.

April 2, 2026

Kalamunda supports Wattle Grove South rezoning

Kalamunda council voted 6-1 to support the Wattle Grove South structure plan, despite long-running community opposition and environmental concerns over urbanisation.

April 2, 2026

New Chittering shire president elected following resignation

Councillor David Dewar has been appointed Shire of Chittering president following Mark Campbell’s resignation, with councillor Mary Angus elected deputy.

April 2, 2026

Successful vintage car swap meet in Toodyay

More than 2000 people attended the Avon Valley Vintage Vehicle Association swap meet in Toodyay, with sellers, displays and clubs represented.

April 2, 2026

FORM stands by engagement process

FORM defends its Swan Valley sculpture trail consultation, but local artists said engagement came too late to meaningfully influence major project decisions being considered.

March 26, 2026

City of Swan extends data centre consultation time

The City of Swan will extend the public submissions deadline to March 30 for a proposed Hazelmere AI data centre, following widespread community opposition.

March 26, 2026

Kalamunda community opposes public park event

Kalamunda residents oppose proposed park event, warning it threatens endangered cockatoos, urging environmental review and council reconsideration.

March 26, 2026

Swan Valley artists upset by sculpture project handling

Swan Valley artists criticise sculpture project handling, saying local creatives were overlooked in favour of international artist, raising concerns about consultation.

March 26, 2026

Perth Hills urged to boost tree canopy

Perth Hills groups urged to boost tree canopy, with state grants funding greening projects to reduce heat, improve liveability and expand vegetation across urban areas.

March 26, 2026

Chittering council acknowledges phone towers need upgrading

Chittering council acknowledges phone tower weaknesses after outage, urging upgrades and improved backup power, while advocating to providers and government for stronger telecommunications infrastructure reliability.

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