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Yanchep Lagoon Improvement

Overview

Real change is underway at Yanchep. One of Perth’s fastest growing suburbs, Yanchep will soon become part of a thriving metropolitan corridor stretching from the CBD to Two Rocks.

In response to Yanchep’s continuing expansion, a major place-based development, called the Yanchep Lagoon Improvement Project, is underway. This project will create greater opportunities for tourism, recreation and economic growth across the Lagoon Precinct.

Previously, the City worked with the local community and consultants RobertsDay to deliver the place-led Yanchep Lagoon Masterplan to guide future development of the Lagoon Precinct.

The next major stage of the Yanchep Lagoon Improvement Project is the preparation of a Masterplan Implementation Plan. This work builds on the Masterplan and will inform all future development and activity at the Lagoon.

The City will work closely with residents and stakeholders to deliver the Masterplan Implementation Plan and ensure outcomes continue to meet community needs.

News and project updates

Food Services Continue While Orion Café Closes for Upgrade

Update Friday 3 November 2023

The Orion Café is expected to close in November 2023 so that upgrade works can begin. A food truck will be on site serving food and drink while the Café is closed.

The City will provide further updates in due course to advise when the food truck will be operational.

Nominations Open to Join the Yanchep Lagoon Community Working Group

Update Monday 23 October 2023

Would you like to join a group of like minded people providing input into the delivery of the Yanchep Lagoon Masterplan?

The City is calling for community members to nominate for the Yanchep Lagoon Community Working Group from now until 20 November 2023.

The Working Group includes a maximum of 10 community representatives and is an ideal opportunity to have your say and input into decisions made by the City.

Please click below to nominate:

City awards tender for Orion Café (Yanchep Lagoon Kiosk) upgrade

Update Thursday 19 September 2023

Work will soon begin on the upgrade of the Orion Café and change rooms, following the approval of a construction tender for the project at the City of Wanneroo’s September 2023 Council meeting.

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Project timeline

Complete
Yanchep Lagoon Masterplan Yanchep Lagoon Brand Identity Environmental and economic studies to inform the Foreshore Management Plan
Immediate actions
Yanchep Lagoon Foreshore Management Plan Yanchep Lagoon Precinct Service Design Orion Café Redevelopment Yanchep Coastal Management Study
Short-term actions
Old Surf Club Redevelopment Yanchep Coastal Management Study
Medium to long term actions
Deliverables will be added during development of the Masterplan Implementation Plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will the City use the Masterplan Implementation Plan to deliver the Masterplan Vision?

The Masterplan Implementation Plan is a significant piece of work that will inform the delivery of all future development and activity at the Lagoon. The Masterplan Implementation Plan will:

Serve as the basis for detailed designs stemming from the Masterplan’s Concept Plan;
Facilitate planning and development approvals;
Provide a land use and development control framework for sites leased to third parties to develop for commercial uses;
Establish management regimes for sensitive environmental areas; and
Consider project staging and identify associated project costs.

What is the approval process for the Masterplan Implementation Plan?

The Masterplan Implementation Plan will need to be approved by the City of Wanneroo Council, the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage and the WA Planning Commission.

How will the City work with the community and other stakeholders to deliver the Masterplan Implementation Plan?

The Masterplan Implementation Plan will be delivered through meaningful collaboration with the local community and key stakeholders. This will ensure the Plan develops in keeping with the Masterplan Vision.

The City will use a range of methods to communicate with the local community, such as online consultations, on-site workshops and notice boards, pop-up engagement activities, Yanchep Lagoon Working Group meetings, and regular liaison with business owners and key stakeholders.

How can I get involved with the Yanchep Lagoon Improvement Project?

Information on how to get involved with the Yanchep Lagoon Improvement Project will be available on this page and the City’s Your Say page.

Once the consultant has been appointed to deliver the Masterplan Implementation Plan, we will start to post information on projects that need community input.