27 February 2026

At its meeting of 24 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt Local Planning Policy 4.11 – Public Art.

The proposed modifications remove the requirement for a public art contribution for residential development. The amendments proposed will also reduce the maximum contribution amount; clarify the application to Place of Worship and Community Purpose developments and provide flexibility relating to time of payment for cash-in-lieu.

A copy of Local Planning Policy 4.11 - Public Art can be found on the City’s website.

Enquiries can be directed to the Development Services branch on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

27 February 2026

At its meeting of 24 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt Local Planning Policy 3.6 – Structure Plans.

The proposed modifications update references to the Local Planning Scheme and include and remove precincts after rezoning.

A copy of Local Planning Policy 3.6 – Structure Plans can be found on the City’s website.

Enquiries can be directed to the Development Services branch on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

27 February 2026

At its meeting of 24 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt Local Planning Policy 3.5 – Infill Development.

The proposed modifications remove the need for the external appearance of existing dwellings to be upgraded, increases the threshold for Public Open Space contributions, removes requirements that are covered under other policies and updates references to the Local Planning Scheme.

A copy of Local Planning Policy 3.5 – Infill Development can be found on the City’s website.

Enquiries can be directed to the Development Services branch on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

27 February 2026

At its meeting of 24 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt Local Planning Policy 2.8 – Place of Worship, Community Purpose and Recreation Private.

The proposed modifications update the title to include reference to Community Purpose and Recreation Private uses. The amendments also clarify the meaning of Community Purpose use and remove considerations that are addressed in other policies.

A copy of Local Planning Policy 2.8 - Place of Worship, Community Purpose and Recreation Private can be found on the City’s website.

Enquiries can be directed to the Development Services branch on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

27 February 2026

At its meeting of 24 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt Local Planning Policy 1.5 – Unhosted Short-Term Rental Accommodation.

The draft policy will provide valuable guidance to operators of Unhosted Short-Term Rental Accommodation developments within the City and provide the City's position and requirements in relation to such proposals.

A copy of Local Planning Policy 1.5 – Unhosted Short-Term Rental Accommodation can be found on the City’s website.

Enquiries can be directed to the Development Services branch on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

26 February 2026

Notice is hereby given that the sum of $11,828.22 has been owing to the City of Gosnells for a period of 3 years rates/services in respect of 7 Elsie Street, Gosnells, and unless payment is made of the sum of $21,151.49 within 3 months from the date of this notice the local government will, pursuant to section 6.64 of the Local Government Act 1995, offer the land for sale by public auction at a time and place appointed by the local government.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

25 February 2026

Temporary full /partial traffic lane closures will be implemented as part of multi-stage road reserve construction works associated with Lot 9020 Bradley Street, Southern River.

Works will be undertaken on the following road sections and planned durations (weather permitting):

• A series of temporary full/partial lane closures on Matison Street (Campine Drive to Bradley Street) and Bradley Street (Binar Lane to Matison Street) for approximately 28 business days between 16 March and 30 April 2026.
• A partial traffic lane closure on Campine drive (south of Thanander Street to Matison Street) for approximately 7 business days within the same period. Where practicable, the majority of work will be undertaken during school holidays to minimise impacts on the surrounding road network.

The works include installation of new sewer infrastructure in coordination with Water Corporation, and road and associated civil works.

GMF Contractors will endeavour to minimise disruption. Road users are encouraged to plan ahead, use alternative routes where possible, and follow all signage and temporary traffic management in place. Plans showing affected areas are in the Document Library.

If you wish to raise any concerns or seek further information, GMF Contractors are the primary contact for these works: Glenn Woolcock 0422 165 860 or Paul Chappell (08) 9294 7333 or email info@gmf.com.au

Alternatively, submissions may be addressed to:

City of Gosnells, Attention: Traffic, PO Box 662, Gosnells WA 6990 or email info@gosnells.wa.gov.au

Please provide feedback by 3pm 10 March 2026.

26 February 2026

At its meeting of 10 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt Local Planning Policy 4.10 – Subdivision and Development Abutting Public Areas.

The modifications provide clarity relating to fencing requirements and removes reference to Pedestrian Access Ways.

A copy of Local Planning Policy 4.10 – Subdivision and Development Abutting Public Areas can be found on the City’s website.

Enquiries can be directed to the Development Services branch on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

26 February 2026

At its meeting of 10 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt Local Planning Policy 4.1 – Public Consultation.

The proposed modifications will ensure the policy is consistent with Local Planning Scheme No. 24 and revises the consultation radii for Commercial Vehicle Parking and Residential Buildings.

A copy of Local Planning Policy 4.1 – Public Consultation can be found on the City’s website.

Enquiries can be directed to the Development Services branch on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

26 February 2026

At its meeting of 10 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt Local Planning Policy 2.5 - Home Businesses and Family Day Care.

The majority of the proposed modifications relate to the sections of the policy concerning Family Day Care. The proposed amendments provide clarity about applications on strata lots, reduce advertising requirements, remove requirements that are covered by other policies and legislation and make hours of operation more flexible. The modifications also propose to remove restrictions on garage sales.

A copy of Local Planning Policy 2.5 - Home Businesses and Family Day Care can be found on the City’s website.

Enquiries can be directed to the Development Services branch on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

25 February 2026

DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY

SECTION 3.58 (2) AND (3) OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1995

The City of Gosnells is considering an offer to dispose of Lot 602 on DP411513, Rennison Street, Beckenham, with a land area of 228 square metres to Charles Scafidi for a consideration of $25,000. A recent market valuation of the land by a Licensed Valuer was $100,000. Anyone wishing to make a submission on this proposal should do so in writing via Your Say Gosnells or by mail addressed to the Chief Executive Officer at 2120 Albany Highway Gosnells before close of business on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Enquiries can be directed to the Land Administration Officer on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

17/02/2026

Description: The City is seeking to appoint a panel of up to three pre-qualified suppliers to undertake tree planting services for a period of two years, with two options to extend of two years each.

The Panel Members will be required to provide all labour, plant and equipment, materials, chemicals, transport/cartage, supervision/administrative costs, basic traffic management (if required) and anything else necessary to carry out the works required under the proposed panel arrangement.

Deadline is Thursday 05 March 2026 at 2:00pm (AWST).

Documentation can be obtained from https://public.sl360.au/request/79092

Enquiries can be made to Nikki Ham, via the City's eProcurement portal.

Lodgement must be made via the City's eProcurement Portal. No late, telephoned, faxed, mailed or hand delivered tenders will be accepted.

The City of Gosnells seeks your feedback on the proposed Structure Plan at Lot 11 & Lot 12 Phoebe Street Southern River.

The application includes:

• A mix of Residential Zoned lots consisting of the following densities:
  • Residential (R30).
  • Residential (R40).

• Public Open Space (POS) occupying 0.95 hectares located within the centre of the Proposed Structure Plan Area. The POS will include a Drainage Basin.
• Extension of the existing road network within the Southern River 3D Structure Plan Area and connection to Phoebe Street.

Submissions can be lodged by 5pm 27 March 2026.

For more information and to make a submission go to the Planning page.

12 November 2025

Notice is hereby given that the sum of $22,816.50 has been owing to the City of Gosnells for a period of 3 years rates/services in respect of 43 Lewis Road, Martin, and unless payment is made of the sum of $45,528.03 within 3 months from the date of this notice the local government will, pursuant to section 6.64 of the Local Government Act 1995, offer the land for sale by public auction at a time and place appointed by the local government.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

16 October 2025

Notice is hereby given that the sum of $23,292.17 has been owing to the City of Gosnells for a period of 3 years rates/service charges in respect of Factory 6, 11 Emerald Road, Maddington, and unless payment is made of the sum of $35,457.11 within 3 months from the date of this notice the local government will, pursuant to section 6.64 of the Local Government Act 1995, offer the land for sale by public auction at a time and place appointed by the local government.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

30 September 2025

City of Gosnells Local Planning Scheme No. 24

It is hereby notified for public information that in accordance with section 87(2)(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2005 the Minister for Planning approved the City of Gosnells Local Planning Scheme No. 24.

A notice confirming the Minister’s approval was published in the Government Gazette on 30 September 2025.

Enquiries can be directed to Development Services on 9397 3000.

Ian Cowie PSM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

In accordance with Section 6.20(2) of the Local Government Act 1995, the City of Gosnells gives notice that at its meeting on 25 February 2025, Council resolved to borrow $3 million to partially fund the acquisition of the property located at 95 Victoria Road, Maddington. This land is required for the extension of Clifford Street so that it connects to Victoria Road.

The loan will be sourced through the Western Australian Treasury Corporation at a fixed interest rate of 4.26% per annum over a five-year term.

Enquiries can be directed to the Business Services branch at 9397 3257.

IAN COWIE PSM
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER