City of Swan

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
RSPCA seeks info regarding West Swan sheep knife attack
RSPCA WA appeals for public information after two sheep are fatally injured in a suspected knife attack in West Swan, with investigators yet to identify a suspect.
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March 12, 2026
Swan Valley Visitor Centre is voted best in the nation
The Swan Valley Visitor Centre is named Australia’s best visitor information service, winning gold at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards for the second consecutive year.
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March 12, 2026
World renowned sculptor explores the Swan Valley
Internationally renowned Portuguese artist Artur Bordalo visits the Swan Valley to explore locations for a new sculpture trail celebrating wildlife, culture and tourism.
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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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