Avon Valley

March 19, 2026
Vale Kalamunda wildlife pioneer June Butcher
Wildlife pioneer June Butcher is remembered as her legacy of caring for injured animals lives on at Kanyana.
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March 19, 2026
Swan bush fire hazard fine
A City of Swan resident has been fined for failing to maintain firebreaks, with authorities warning of increased bushfire risk to the community.
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March 19, 2026
Brigadoon residents puzzled by lot development
Brigadoon residents question how a small Boulonnais Drive lot was approved, raising concerns about bushfire risk, planning rules and clearing works.
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March 12, 2026
Kalamunda residents call for public park transparency
Residents call for transparency over a proposed Jorgensen Park lease, after council sought community feedback while keeping details confidential.
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March 12, 2026
Proposed new data centre comes under fire
Hazelmere residents concerned about environmental impacts, traffic safety risks and limited time for community consultation on a new data centre.
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March 12, 2026
Swan council backs planning department review
The City of Swan council has voted to approve the planning department review following an electors’ meeting motion that highlighted the need.
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March 12, 2026
Residents push for parking limits on Amherst Road
Woodbridge residents say commuter parking near Midland station narrows the street and creates daily safety concerns for motorists and pedestrians.
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March 12, 2026
MRS amendment progresses despite opposition
A Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment enabling future development in Bullsbrook progresses despite community opposition and concerns about flooding, environmental impacts and planning transparency.
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March 5, 2026
The Vines short course construction concerns
Construction has started on The Vines golf course despite strong opposition to the new short course from members and residents.
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March 5, 2026
Local governments closer to cat law reform
Councils across Swan, Mundaring, York, Bassendean and Kalamunda welcome a bill allowing local cat containment laws to better protect wildlife.
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