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End of year operating hours for Town Services
Posted 21 November 2025 End of year operating hours for Town Services

Throughout the festive period in December 2025 and early January 2026, the Town will have adjusted operating hours.

ATCO Gas works in Bassendean
Posted 19 November 2025 ATCO Gas works in Bassendean

ATCO Gas will shortly commence the Bassendean North stage of the new polyethylene (PE) mains installation program.

Council endorses advocacy priorities for 2026–27
Posted 19 November 2025 Council endorses advocacy priorities for 2026–27

The Town of Bassendean Council has formally endorsed its advocacy priorities for the 2026–27 financial year, setting a clear direction for engagement with State Government on key issues affecting the community.

November Council Meeting Highlights
Posted 19 November 2025 November Council Meeting Highlights

View all the highlights from the November Ordinary Council Meeting.

Soil investigation works at Wilson Street Car Park
Posted 18 November 2025 Soil investigation works at Wilson Street Car Park

The Wilson Street Car Park will be closed for works from 24-25 November.

State Government announces Bassendean as one of 10 train station housing
Posted 18 November 2025 State Government announces Bassendean as one of 10 train station housing precincts

Bassendean Station has been named as one of 10 station precincts to be fast-tracked for high density housing by the State Government.

Bassendean Station works and Midland Line Shutdown
Posted 17 November 2025 Bassendean Station works and Midland Line Shutdown

The Public Transport Authority will soon begin works to install temporary infrastructure at Bassendean Station to support train replacement bus operations.

New parking signs at Chedworth Way and Ivanhoe Street
Posted 10 November 2025 New parking signs at Chedworth Way and Ivanhoe Street

We're making parking rules clearer at the corner of Chedworth Way and Ivanhoe Street in Eden Hill.

New after hours phone service
Posted 06 November 2025 New after hours phone service

The Town of Bassendean is introducing a new After Hours Phone Service from 10 November 2025.

Parking changes coming to West Road to improve safety
Posted 04 November 2025 Parking changes coming to West Road to improve safety

Parking changes are coming to improve safety and accessibility along West Road near Bassendean Primary School and Last Crumb Cake Co.

Amended Local Planning Policy No.18 – Short-Term Rental Accommodation
Posted 04 November 2025 Amended Local Planning Policy No.18 – Short-Term Rental Accommodation

In accordance with section 87 of the Planning and Development Act 2005, that the Minister for Planning approved the abovementioned amendment to the Town of Bassendean Local Planning Scheme No.11 on 15 October 2025.

Have your say on the future of the Windan-Guildford stretch of the Derbal
Posted 27 October 2025 Have your say on the future of the Windan-Guildford stretch of the Derbal Yirragan (Swan River)

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is partnering with the Town of Bassendean to develop the Windan-Guildford Locality Plan for Derbal Yirragan/ Swan River from Windan Bridge to Guildford Road Bridge.

Ashfield Flats fence alignment update
Posted 24 October 2025 Ashfield Flats fence alignment update

As part of the Ashfield Flats Master Plan, the Town is installing fencing around the saltmarsh, which is a nationally-recognised Threatened Ecological Community (TEC).

Change to verge collection service on the way
Posted 22 October 2025 Change to verge collection service on the way

From 12 January 2026, the Town of Bassendean is moving from a skip bin service to a pre-booked loose verge collection service.

2025 Local Government Election results
Posted 20 October 2025 2025 Local Government Election results

The results of the Town of Bassendean local government elections are in!

Notice of Special Council Meeting Tuesday 21 October 2025
Posted 09 October 2025 Notice of Special Council Meeting Tuesday 21 October 2025

A Special Council Meeting will be held at 6pm on Tuesday 21 October 2025 in the Council Chambers.

Mozzie season is on the way
Posted 07 October 2025 Mozzie season is on the way

From September, mosquito activity increases – especially during mornings and evenings – as freshwater mosquitoes begin emerging from containers, drains, and standing water around homes.

Town reserves benefit from Waterwise turf innovation
Posted 06 October 2025 Town reserves benefit from Waterwise turf innovation

We were proud to welcome the Hon. Don Punch, Minister for Water, to Bassendean Oval last week to showcase the results of a new sports turf injection system.

Cr Tallan Ames achieves milestone in local government training
Posted 25 September 2025 Cr Tallan Ames achieves milestone in local government training

Cr Tallan Ames has become the second councillor in Town history to complete the Diploma of Local Government for Elected Members.

Keen on Halloween is back
Posted 24 September 2025 Keen on Halloween is back

The Town is excited to announce Keen on Halloween is back for its 13th year!

Congratulations to our winners
Posted 23 September 2025 Congratulations to our winners

Congratulations to the winners of our Around the Town giveaway!

Public Holiday Closure - 29 September
Posted 18 September 2025 Public Holiday Closure - 29 September

The Town of Bassendean Administration Offices and Bassendean Memorial Library will be closed on Monday 29 September 2025 for the King’s Birthday public holiday.

Cancellation of September Briefing Session and Ordinary Council Meeting
Posted 15 September 2025 Cancellation of September Briefing Session and Ordinary Council Meeting

The Town's Briefing Session and Ordinary Council Meeting for September have been cancelled.

Thank you, Councillor Wilding
Posted 08 September 2025 Thank you, Councillor Wilding

Councillor Emily Wilding has announced that she will not be contesting the upcoming election and will conclude her four-year term of service in October 2025.

Ratepayers rewarded for embracing eRates and timely payments
Posted 04 September 2025 Ratepayers rewarded for embracing eRates and timely payments

The Town of Bassendean is pleased to announce the winners of the ratepayer incentive program, which encouraged residents to switch to eRates and pay their rates in full by the due date.

Amended Local Planning Policy No.18 – Short-Term Rental Accommodation
Posted 04 September 2025 Amended Local Planning Policy No.18 – Short-Term Rental Accommodation

The Amended Local Planning Policy No 18 is now up for public comment.

Town of Bassendean welcomes new Director of Corporate Services
Posted 28 August 2025 Town of Bassendean welcomes new Director of Corporate Services

The Town of Bassendean is pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda Alderson as the new Director of Corporate Services, commencing 22 September 2025.

Council endorses a new two-year lease to Casa Mia Montessori Community
Posted 27 August 2025 Council endorses a new two-year lease to Casa Mia Montessori Community School

The Town of Bassendean Council has endorsed a new two-year lease to Casa Mia Montessori Community School for use of 11 Hamilton Street, allowing the school to transition to a new larger site to cater to its growing student base.

Major milestones reached in Jubilee Reserve Redevelopment
Posted 26 August 2025 Major milestones reached in Jubilee Reserve Redevelopment

The Town of Bassendean has reached key milestones in the redevelopment of Jubilee Reserve, with significant lighting and reticulation works about to commence and a request for tender open for design of the upgraded pavilion and clubrooms.

Casa Mia Montessori Update
Posted 21 August 2025 Casa Mia Montessori Update

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