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New Year, New Goals?  We've Got You Covered! 

The Town has proudly secured a $2.2 million Lotterywest grant to support the redevelopment of Edward Millen Park.

The Town Christmas lights have had to be temporarily switched off.

The Town of Victoria Park’s stunning riverfront parkland has entered a new stage of revitalisation, with work commencing on the much-anticipated McCallum Park Active Area.

We are proud to share the Town received the 'Excellence in Activation – Amenity' award for our Archer Mint Streetscape Improvement Project.

Some Town service areas will be closed, or closing early, during the festive season.

Parking permits are now available for workers delivering care services to Town residents, providing peace of mind and more time for the provision of support.

We all know that planting trees is important, but what about protecting the Town’s existing canopy on private land?

The Town of Victoria Park, Vehicle Managment Amendment Law 2024 comes into effect on Monday 25 November 2024.

After years of community engagement, precinct planning and hard work, the Town is proud to present our draft plans that will guide future development of the iconic Albany Highway strip.

This month the Town of Victoria Park celebrates its 30-year anniversary. Since its establishment as an independent local government authority in 1994, the Town has grown into a diverse and thriving community known for its dynamic culture, innovation, and strong sense of belonging.

We've changed our livestreaming software, so head to our council meetings page and follow the links to ensure you can access the livestream properly.

Construction has officially commenced to mark the start of the highly anticipated Edward Millen redevelopment, which will see the historic site revitalised into a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable community hub.

With summer nearly upon us again, the Town and other local stakeholders have been working to put measures in place so our community can enjoy John Macmillan Park and the surrounding precinct safely.

We will be starting our annual maintenance on the dog enclosure at Koolbardi Park from Tuesday 29 October, with the enclosure closed for approximately 6-8 weeks to undergo turf replacement.

Two Town trees have been slated for removal due to PSHB infestation.

Spring is in the air – the birds are chirping, gardens are blooming and the sun is shining – what better time to take a slow-roll tour from Lathlain to Carlisle via Archer Street's new protected bike lanes?

Grants of up to $10,000 are available for individuals or groups to hold arts and cultural experiences to light up the Town in April 2025 and help celebrate our 10th Arts Season.

Discover what's in store for the Town's 2024-2025 events season

Notice to all Owners and/or Occupiers of Land within the Town of Victoria Park.

Victoria Park Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Askew as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Town of Victoria Park, following a Special Council meeting on 9 September 2024.   

Residents and businesses may notice temporary changes to the frequency of flights over the Town as Perth Airport conducts runway works.

The Vic Park community has come together with the Town to celebrate local film and indigenous storytelling through the Kaatijiin Screenings.

With the weather looking a little woolly this weekend, the Town has made the difficult decision to postpone the party to celebrate the Town’s latest cycle route addition along Archer St. The event will be moved to Saturday 19 October, so save the date and keep an eye out for more info coming soon.

Want to get more involved in your community and provide strategic advice to Council? We’re calling for expressions of interest to join a range of the Town’s working groups.

The Town of Victoria Park is calling on the community to get on their trusty bikes and roll out to launch Carlisle’s newest bike lanes, with a community ride and street celebration to take place Saturday 24 August.

Victoria Park Council has announced a sustainable, community-focused budget for 2024/25.

The Town of Victoria Park is seeking Expressions of Interest for membership to the Access and Inclusion Advisory Group.  

The Town has recently increased parking fees in line with its dynamic approach to demand-based parking.

New parking limits will come into effect by the end of the month at the Aqualife centre car park.