As residents, businesses and customers of the City, we use a number of ways to keep you informed about matters which could impact you. Your Say Gosnells is the forum we use for consultations, public notices and planning applications.
The City is required to provide public notices for various matters that may affect the community, including information about road closures, meetings, tenders and many other matters. Public notices could also give you the opportunity to provide feedback or ask questions about the issue at hand.
Please see below for the latest public notices.
9 March 2026
Planning and Development Act 2005
LOCAL PLANNING SCHEME AMENDMENT
City of Gosnells
Local Planning Scheme No. 24 Amendment No. 1 - Development Contribution Plan
Notice is hereby given that the local government of the City of Gosnells has prepared the abovementioned planning scheme amendment for the purpose of extending the period of operation for the Maddington Road Precincts A and B Development Contribution Plan (DCP) to 30 January 2031.
Plans and documents setting out and explaining the proposal have been deposited at the City of Gosnells Civic Centre, 2120 Albany Highway, Gosnells, and will be open for inspection during office hours up to and including Friday 8 May 2026. The proposal can also be viewed on the City’s website.
Submissions on the planning scheme amendment may be lodged in writing and should include the amendment number, the property affected and details of the submission. Submissions can be made online at Your Say Gosnells on or before Tuesday 8 May 2026.
Should you have any queries on this matter please contact Future Planning on 9397 3000.
Ian Cowie PSM
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
6 March 2026
As part of the Kenwick Wastewater Upgrades Stage One, there will be a temporary partial lane closure on Apperley Street in Kenwick during construction work.
Work will take place on Apperley Street between 19 March and 31 July 2026.
The work will include installing underground pipework using trenchless technology.
Water Corporation contractor, Rob Carr, will make every effort to minimise impacts. For the safety of the crew and the community, temporary traffic management will be in place. Road users are encouraged to plan ahead, use alternative routes where possible and follow all signage.
If you have any concerns or need more information, please contact Water Corporation Community Engagement Advisor, Caroline McCumiskey via Caroline.McCumiskey@watercorporation.com.au or (08) 9420 3822.
Please provide any feedback by 5pm Wednesday 18 March 2026.
6 March 2026
As part of the Kenwick Wastewater Upgrades Stage One, there will be a temporary lane closure on Staplehurst Street in Kenwick during construction work.
Work will take place on Staplehurst Street between 1 April and 26 August 2026.
The work will include installing underground pipework using trenchless technology.
Water Corporation contractor, Rob Carr, will make every effort to minimise impacts. For the safety of the crew and the community, temporary traffic management will be in place. Road users are encouraged to plan ahead, use alternative routes where possible and follow all signage.
If you have any concerns or need more information, please contact Water Corporation Community Engagement Advisor, Caroline McCumiskey via Caroline.McCumiskey@watercorporation.com.au or (08) 9420 3822.
Please provide any feedback by 5pm Wednesday 18 March 2026.
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
9 March 2026
Planning and Development Act 2005
LOCAL PLANNING SCHEME AMENDMENT
City of Gosnells
Local Planning Scheme No. 24 Amendment No. 1 - Development Contribution Plan
Notice is hereby given that the local government of the City of Gosnells has prepared the abovementioned planning scheme amendment for the purpose of extending the period of operation for the Maddington Road Precincts A and B Development Contribution Plan (DCP) to 30 January 2031.
Plans and documents setting out and explaining the proposal have been deposited at the City of Gosnells Civic Centre, 2120 Albany Highway, Gosnells, and will be open for inspection during office hours up to and including Friday 8 May 2026. The proposal can also be viewed on the City’s website.
Submissions on the planning scheme amendment may be lodged in writing and should include the amendment number, the property affected and details of the submission. Submissions can be made online at Your Say Gosnells on or before Tuesday 8 May 2026.
Should you have any queries on this matter please contact Future Planning 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
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
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
Description: The City is seeking to engage a panel of pre-qualified suppliers to complete civil engineering works and projects.
Deadline is Thursday 26 March 2026 at 2:00pm (AWST).
Documentation can be obtained from https://360providers.apetsoftware.com.au.
Enquiries can be made to Vicki Lawrence, via the City’s eProcurement portal.
Lodgement must be made via the City’s eProcurement Portal. No late, telephoned, faxed, mailed, emailed or hand delivered tenders will be accepted.
