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Severe weather alert: Cyclone Narelle
Posted 27 March 2026 Severe weather alert: Cyclone Narelle

The Town of Victoria Park is preparing for a forecast of significant rain and strong winds this weekend, with crews working proactively throughout the week to reduce potential impacts on our community.

Art Season returns to the Town of Victoria Park for 2026
Posted 26 March 2026 Art Season returns to the Town of Victoria Park for 2026

The Town of Victoria Park is delighted to announce the return of Arts Season, running now until 30 April 2026.

Easter public holiday opening hours
Posted 26 March 2026 Easter public holiday opening hours

Some of our service areas will be closed during the Easter weekend, with others operating with modified opening times.

P(ART)icipate cancelled due to weather
Posted 25 March 2026 P(ART)icipate cancelled due to weather

We’re incredibly disappointed to share that P(ART)icipate will not go ahead as planned this weekend.

Council recommends refusal of racetrack development application   
Posted 24 March 2026 Council recommends refusal of racetrack development application  

At a Special Council Meeting on 23 March, the Victoria Park Council unanimously voted to recommend refusal of the State Government’s development application for Perth Park due to a lack of compliance with key planning considerations in the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS).

Have your say – Proposed removal of outdated covenants in Technology Park
Posted 18 March 2026 Have your say – Proposed removal of outdated covenants in Technology Park

The Town of Victoria Park is inviting community feedback on a proposed amendment to Local Planning Scheme No. 2, relating to land within Technology Park, Bentley (Special Use Zone SU1).

Elizabeth Baillie Precinct spectacular!
Posted 16 March 2026 Elizabeth Baillie Precinct spectacular!

Elizabeth Baillie Precinct, the new jewel in the crown of Victoria Park, opened in spectacular fashion with a feast of family entertainment on Saturday night.

Nominations now open for the Volunteer Sundowner
Posted 16 March 2026 Nominations now open for the Volunteer Sundowner

In 2026, the Town’s much-loved Community Champion Awards are evolving into the Volunteer Sundowner.

Works notice – Intersection Upgrades
Posted 10 March 2026 Works notice – Intersection Upgrades

To improve road safety for all road users, the Town will be installing new traffic‑calming measures at three key local intersections in Victoria Park.

Road closure - Hampshire St
Posted 06 March 2026 Road closure - Hampshire St

Night works to replace the existing road surface have been scheduled on Hampshire Street

Tree removal investigation report released
Posted 27 February 2026 Tree removal investigation report released

The Town of Victoria Park has released the report of its investigation into tree removals associated with upgrade works at Elizabeth Baillie Park.

Elizabeth Baillie Precinct Set to Open
Posted 25 February 2026 Elizabeth Baillie Precinct Set to Open

The Town is set to celebrate a major milestone with the opening of the historic Elizabeth Baillie Precinct Redevelopment, the culmination of more than a decade of community consultation, planning and investment, and revitalisation.

Tree hollow project at Elizabeth Baillie Park
Posted 24 February 2026 Tree hollow project at Elizabeth Baillie Park

With the re-opening of Elizabeth Baillie Park to the public, the Town will unveil a special Urban Forest initiative.

A message from Mayor Karen Vernon: Perth Invasion Day rally
Posted 23 February 2026 A message from Mayor Karen Vernon: Perth Invasion Day rally

Our Mindeera Advisory Group held its first meeting for the year. Members shared their deep concerns and reflections about the impacts of the alleged terrorist attack at Perth’s Invasion Day rally last month.

Did you miss the council meeting livestream?
Posted 18 February 2026 Did you miss the council meeting livestream?

Click here to see the recorded live stream from the 17 Feb OCM.

Tree removal report deferred to enable peer review
Posted 18 February 2026 Tree removal report deferred to enable peer review

The Town of Victoria Park will present its report into tree removals at Elizabeth Baillie Park in March.

Community Mingle invites residents to connect ahead of Annual Meeting of
Posted 16 February 2026 Community Mingle invites residents to connect ahead of Annual Meeting of Electors

The Town is inviting community members to attend the 2026 Community Mingle — a casual gathering designed to provide residents with a chance to connect with fellow community members before the Annual Meeting of Electors.

Aqualife's Swim School makes waves during 2025 awards season
Posted 16 February 2026 Aqualife's Swim School makes waves during 2025 awards season

There’s plenty to celebrate at Aqualife's Swim School, with the team recognised on both the state and national stage during the 2025 awards season.

Bin Tagging launches in our Town next week
Posted 13 February 2026 Bin Tagging launches in our Town next week

The Town is rolling out bin tagging, an education-focused waste initiative designed to help residents sort their household waste more accurately and reduce contamination in kerbside collections.

Availability of 2024/25 Annual Report and Annual General Meeting of
Posted 04 February 2026 Availability of 2024/25 Annual Report and Annual General Meeting of Electors

The Town's 2024/25 Annual Report was adopted by Council at its Special Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 3 February 2026 and is available for inspection.

Works notice - road resurfacing and works at Hampshire Street
Posted 03 February 2026 Works notice - road resurfacing and works at Hampshire Street

Works will be taking place at Hampshire Street, between Berwick Street and Devenish Street.

Town employees recognised as community leaders
Posted 29 January 2026 Town employees recognised as community leaders

We are proud to recognise two Town employees who were honoured by LG Professionals WA last year for their exceptional contributions to community development within local government.

Have your say on the Town's next annual budget
Posted 29 January 2026 Have your say on the Town's next annual budget

The Town is calling for community feedback to help shape the 2026-2027 annual budget. All participants go into the draw to win a night at Crown!

Illuminate the Journey: Celebrating the Opening of Long Park
Posted 28 January 2026 Illuminate the Journey: Celebrating the Opening of Long Park

Long Park is officially open — and to mark this exciting milestone, the community is invited to take part in Illuminate the Journey, a free, 10-day celebration filled with light, movement, creativity and connection.

10 sleeps till Twilight Soiree!
Posted 28 January 2026 10 sleeps till Twilight Soiree!

Summer sun, something's begun... to take shape at Raphael Park.

Works notice - road resurfacing and works at Harper Street
Posted 22 January 2026 Works notice - road resurfacing and works at Harper Street

Works will be taking place at Harper Street, between Shepperton Road and Teague Street, and a section of Sunbury Road from Clydesdale Street to Harper Street.

A message from the Mayor: Welshpool graffiti incident
Posted 09 January 2026 A message from the Mayor: Welshpool graffiti incident

The Town has been made aware of an incident involving hateful graffiti in Welshpool. As soon as we became aware of this graffiti report from a member of the public, it was removed.

Reminder: Christmas and New Year bin collection changes
Posted 24 December 2025 Reminder: Christmas and New Year bin collection changes

Like many of us, the bins of Vic Park might need a little extra time to get going after Christmas and New Year's Eve, so check for these changes.

Library Closed for Refurbishment
Posted 17 December 2025 Library Closed for Refurbishment

We’re giving the Vic Park Library workroom a fresh new look! ✨ From 2–11 February, the library will be closed for refurbishment.

Works notice - Hampshire Street
Posted 10 December 2025 Works notice - Hampshire Street

On Tuesday 16th December the Town’s contractor will resurface Hampshire Street, East Victoria Park, (between Berwick Street and Devenish Street).

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