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CWA display

Beyond the scones

Published on Monday, 18th March 2024

To celebrate the Centenary of the Country Women's Association (CWA), Wanneroo Regional Museum has partnered with the CWA Wanneroo branch to present a touching photography and memorabilia display that showcases their history.

Quenda bungalows

Quenda-lows provide cosy new digs in conservation drive

Published on Thursday, 14th March 2024

Quendas displaced by the Mariginiup bushfire have new places to call home, with the City installing strategically placed bungalows in bushland.

Adopt a Bushland

Local primary school adopts a park

Published on Friday, 8th March 2024

Students at Alkimos Primary School have their own pocket of bushland to care for after adopting Broadford Park in Butler.

Mindarie Breakwater

Mindarie Breakwater upgrades completed

Published on Thursday, 7th March 2024

Mindarie Breakwater management works to secure the structure for the next 50 years are complete.

Andy Warhol 'Marilyn Monroe' art

Warhol lands in Wanneroo

Published on Wednesday, 6th March 2024

The highly anticipated Andy Warhol: Icons exhibition opens today at Wanneroo Regional Gallery, as part of the National Gallery of Australia’s Sharing the National Collection initiative.

City of Wanneroo Civic Centre Outside at Night

Together towards better wellbeing

Published on Tuesday, 27th February 2024

Have your say in the City of Wanneroo Community Wellbeing Survey and help us identify priorities to enhance the lives of our residents.

AARC concept design

Business Plan for Alkimos aquatic centre makes a splash

Published on Friday, 23rd February 2024

The City is one step closer to breaking ground on the Alkimos aquatic and recreation centre, after Council gave approval to advertise the business plan for the facility at its February meeting.

An artist's impression of a grassed area and event and cafe space.

Wanneroo Council votes on former Quinns Rocks Caravan Park site

Published on Wednesday, 21st February 2024

Wanneroo Council has voted to proceed with an agreement for lease and ground lease for the redevelopment of the former Quinns Rocks Caravan Park site.

Community Recovery Centre on the Road

Community Recovery Centre goes on the road

Published on Monday, 19th February 2024

The City will host a Community Recovery Centre on the Road at Edgar Griffiths Park in Wanneroo to bring together community members impacted by the Mariginiup bushfire to access essential services.

Symphony Under the Stars

Talented youngsters to woo Wanneroo crowd

Published on Sunday, 18th February 2024

The City of Wanneroo is proud to announce the winners of our Search for a Star competition, with four budding artists set to take the stage with the legendary Perth Symphony Orchestra.

Australia Day Award

City of Wanneroo awards recognise community contributions

Published on Saturday, 27th January 2024

The City of Wanneroo recognised four dedicated residents for their contributions to the community at a special citizenship event on Saturday 27 January 2024.

WLCC 2024

National Gallery partnership brings iconic Warhol pop art to Wanneroo

Published on Thursday, 21st December 2023

One of the most influential artists of the 20th century is coming to Wanneroo Regional Gallery in March 2024, as part of the National Gallery of Australia’s Sharing the National Collection initiative.

AARC concept design

Alkimos aquatic and recreation centre design achieves another major milestone

Published on Wednesday, 20th December 2023

The Alkimos aquatic and recreation centre project has taken another step forward after Council endorsed the schematic design at a meeting held this month.

Bushfire image

City donates $100,000 to support people affected by Mariginiup bushfire

Published on Monday, 18th December 2023

Wanneroo Council has voted to donate $100,000 to the Lord Mayor’s Distress Relief Fund (LMDRF), to further assist those affected by the Mariginiup bushfire.

CCTV streetscape

City to offer CCTV subsidies from 2024

Published on Friday, 8th December 2023

Eligible City of Wanneroo homeowners will soon be able to apply for a rebate of up to $500 to subsidise the cost of purchasing a new home CCTV system.

New CEO Bill Parker

City of Wanneroo welcomes new CEO

Published on Tuesday, 5th December 2023

The City of Wanneroo has welcomed incoming CEO Bill Parker.

City of Wanneroo Civic Centre 2

Community Recovery Centre opens at Wanneroo Civic Centre

Published on Monday, 4th December 2023

A Community Recovery Centre has opened at the Wanneroo Civic Centre to help support those impacted by the Mariginiup bushfire.

Bushfire image

Wanneroo community comes together in wake of bushfire

Published on Monday, 4th December 2023

City of Wanneroo staff, residents and business owners are rallying together in the wake of the devastating Mariginiup bushfire.

Santa Claus image

Santa Claus is coming to the City

Published on Friday, 1st December 2023

From community concerts to family-friendly fiestas, there’s a flurry of festivities coming to the City this December.

Santa takes a sleigh ride through the Wanneroo Town Centre for the City of Wanneroo Christmas Fiesta

Yule be detoured: Christmas Fiesta road closures on 2 December 2023

Published on Wednesday, 29th November 2023

Road closures will deck the streets around the Wanneroo Town Centre for the Christmas Fiesta this Saturday, 2 December.

Bushfire

Lord Mayor’s Distress Relief Fund activated for damage caused by Mariginiup bushfire

Published on Sunday, 26th November 2023

The Lord Mayor’s Distress Relief Fund (LMDRF) was activated today in response to the destruction and property damage caused by the Mariginiup bushfire.

Sunset Sounds cancelled

Sunset Sounds cancelled

Published on Thursday, 23rd November 2023

It's a challenging time for our community and we're focusing all our efforts on supporting those affected by the bushfires.

AARP

New sponsorship to accelerate automation and robotics technologies in the City

Published on Wednesday, 22nd November 2023

The City of Wanneroo has signed a sponsorship agreement with CORE Innovation Hub, putting Neerabup Industrial Area at the forefront of technological innovation in the State.

Bushfire

UPDATE: Evacuation Centre at Gumblossom Community Centre closed

Published on Wednesday, 22nd November 2023

The evacuation centre at Gumblossom Community Centre (17 Tapping Way, Quinns Rocks) has closed.

Girrawheen Hub

Apply for funding to activate Girrawheen Hub

Published on Wednesday, 22nd November 2023

Kickstart your idea to help activate your local area with a boost from the City of Wanneroo.

Free Community Calendar

Pick up your free 2024 Community Calendar

Published on Monday, 20th November 2023

Visit your local library or the City’s Civic Centre to pick up your free 2024 Community Calendar.

Wanneroo Mayor Linda Aitken with toys donated as part of the Christmas Appeal

Embrace the spirit of giving this Christmas

Published on Thursday, 16th November 2023

Help locals doing it tough this Christmas by donating toys, non-perishable food and living essentials to the City of Wanneroo Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.

Summer safety

Stay safe this summer in the City of Wanneroo

Published on Monday, 13th November 2023

As the weather heats up, it's important to keep water safety top of mind whether you’re at the beach, your local pool or at home.

Bushfire

Burning prohibited in response to bushfire risk

Published on Wednesday, 8th November 2023

Burning restrictions in the metropolitan area have been brought forward in response to the escalating fire danger across Western Australia.

Deputy Mayor Rowe

Cr James Rowe elected City’s new Deputy Mayor

Published on Tuesday, 7th November 2023

South Ward Councillor James Rowe JP has been elected as the new City of Wanneroo Deputy Mayor.

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