News & Announcements

Land use planning around the new High Wycombe Train Station has taken a momentous step forward, with the Western Australian Planning Commission approving the Residential Precinct Local Structure Plan (LSP).

National Tree Day is Australia’s largest community tree-planting event and the City of Kalamunda is asking the community to join them in planting habitat for wildlife and enhance our neighbourhoods by building on our urban forest canopy.

Road users are asked to slow down and take care on the roads, especially where Emergency Services or road-side workers are operating. Drivers need to be especially vigilant during wet weather when visibility can be poor and when stopping distances need to be increased to allow for slippery roads.

City of Kalamunda residents have a new way to show their passion for where they live, work and play. Limited edition licence plates are now available from the City’s Administration Offices.

The City of Kalamunda’s Creative Writing and Digital Art Competition is open for entries from anyone studying, working or living in the area.

Construction of the new Kalamunda Community Centre at Jorgensen Park is moving ahead, both on time and budget, with the main building framework up and roof expected in coming weeks.

On 21 July 2020 the WAPC commenced advertisement of the MRS Amendment. Plans showing the proposed changes and the WAPC's amendment report and options to provide comment are now available.

Keeping our parks free of invasive and destructive species is essential if we want to protect the diverse range of native species in our local, natural landscape. One such species is the red fox, an introduced species that impacts our environment, and our economy. These feral animals contribute to the loss of natural habitat and the decline of native animals including marsupials, nesting birds and reptiles across Australia. Foxes compete for habitat, spread weeds and diseases, and kill and damage livestock including domestic poultry, and pets.

The City of Kalamunda is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership to enhance animal welfare and improve community safety. We understand that pets are important members of many families, with dogs often accompanying their owners out and about in the community.

The City of Kalamunda has opened nominations for a new economic development advisory committee to provide guidance in the implementation of the City’s Economic Development Strategy.

The City of Kalamunda’s Walliston Transfer station has been granted a 20-year licence by the Department Water Environment & Regulation (DWER).

The City of Kalamunda has partnered with the Forrestfield United Football Club’s (FUFC) for Hartfield Park to become a training site for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™.

Council at its Ordinary Meeting held 23 June 2020 proposed to make a new local law, the City of Kalamunda Dogs Local Law 2020.

Council at its Ordinary Meeting held 26 May 2020 resolved to adopt the Omnibus Amendment to Local Planning Policy 10, 11, and 16, pursuant to Clause 5(2) of the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015.

Scott Reserve is set to become a place for everyone to grow, learn and play in the heart of High Wycombe.

The City of Kalamunda has welcomed an announcement from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) that the Metropolitan Region Scheme Amendment can proceed to public advertising.

The City of Kalamunda’s 2020/21 Budget has been adopted by Council setting a framework focused on financial sustainability, delivery of priority capital works projects and measures to assist those in the community suffering financial hardship because of COVID-19.

The City of Kalamunda wants to drive forward a $15.5 million plan to improve infrastructure at the Maida Vale Reserve to meet the demands of the local community and deliver opportunities for increased wellbeing.

The City of Kalamunda is excited to reveal that the Kalamunda History Village is a finalist in the WA Heritage Awards, 2020.

The City of Kalamunda has welcomed this week’s announcement of a 10-year WA Hiking Strategy by the State Government.