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Change to reference numbers for rates payments
Posted 03 July 2025 Change to reference numbers for rates payments

With the implementation of the Town's new software solutions, please be advised that there will be a change to reference numbers on rates payments.

Preferred date for holding Australia Day events
Posted 27 June 2025 Preferred date for holding Australia Day events

The Town of Cottesloe is seeking community feedback on the preferred date for holding Australia Day events from 2026 onward.

Launch of new software solutions to better serve the community
Posted 23 June 2025 Launch of new software solutions to better serve the community

The Town of Cottesloe is upgrading its information technology solutions, launching with the new system in early July.

Statement from the Town of Cottesloe re 7-11  Station Street, Cottesloe
Posted 20 June 2025 Statement from the Town of Cottesloe re 7-11 Station Street, Cottesloe following WAPC meeting

The Town of Cottesloe is disappointed that the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) made the decision yesterday to approve a Significant Development Application for 7-11 Station Street in Cottesloe, which includes two residential towers of 15 and 17 storeys.

7 - 11 Station Street, Cottesloe - WAPC Meeting
Posted 16 June 2025 7 - 11 Station Street, Cottesloe - WAPC Meeting

The Town of Cottesloe has received notification that the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) will be considering a Part 17 Significant Development Application for 7-11 Station Street in Cottesloe Village, at its meeting on Thursday this week.

Marine Parade Shared Path Upgrade Project - seeking feedback on concept
Posted 11 June 2025 Marine Parade Shared Path Upgrade Project - seeking feedback on concept plan

The Town is seeking feedback from all users of Marine Parade on a shared path concept plan.

Short-Term Rental Accommodation - submissions invited on a scheme
Posted 06 June 2025 Short-Term Rental Accommodation - submissions invited on a scheme amendment and local planning policy

The Town has prepared a scheme amendment to facilitate State Government reforms for short-term rental accommodation, and a local planning policy on un-hosted short-term rental accommodation.

Native Plant Subsidy Scheme - plants are still available!
Posted 02 June 2025 Native Plant Subsidy Scheme - plants are still available!

Susidised plants through the annual Native Plant Subsidy Scheme are still available for Cottesloe residents.

Winter Sprinkler Switch-off
Posted 01 June 2025 Winter Sprinkler Switch-off

It's time to switch off your sprinklers for Water Corporation’s annual Winter Sprinkler Switch-off.

Welcome Mark
Posted 07 May 2025 Welcome Mark

The Town is delighted to welcome Mark Newman as the new Chief Executive Officer for the Town of Cottesloe.

Shark barrier removed for winter
Posted 29 April 2025 Shark barrier removed for winter

After another successful season of summer swimming, the shark barrier at Cottesloe Main Beach has been removed for winter.

Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP) – Community
Posted 10 April 2025 Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP) – Community Consultation

At the December 2024 Ordinary Meeting, Council accepted a draft CHRMAP for the purpose of community consultation. Our community is now invited to provide feedback.

Free mulch from the West Metro Recycling Centre
Posted 09 April 2025 Free mulch from the West Metro Recycling Centre

As a Member Council of the Western Metropolitan Regional Council, our residents are invited to collect free mulch from the West Metro Recycling Centre in Shenton Park.

Town of Cottesloe appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Posted 17 March 2025 Town of Cottesloe appoints new Chief Executive Officer

The Town is pleased to advise that Mr Mark Newman will commence as Cottesloe’s new Chief Executive Officer on 28 April 2025.

Marine Parade path to be upgraded through Active Transport Funding
Posted 12 March 2025 Marine Parade path to be upgraded through Active Transport Funding

The Town of Cottesloe has been successful in securing funding from the Australian Government’s Active Transport Fund (ATF) to upgrade the existing footpath along the length of Marine Parade - from Curtin Avenue to North Street.

Carpark No. 1 retaining wall - repair works
Posted 11 March 2025 Carpark No. 1 retaining wall - repair works

Repair works on the section of the foreshore retaining wall in front of Carpark No. 1 have commenced.

Notice of Acceptance of Annual Report and AGM
Posted 01 March 2025 Notice of Acceptance of Annual Report and AGM

The 2023/2024 Annual Report was accepted by Council at the February Council Meeting. Electors of the Town of Cottesloe are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, commencing at 5.30pm in the Lesser Hall.

Containers for Change - Container Exchange Point trial
Posted 21 February 2025 Containers for Change - Container Exchange Point trial

The Town is currently trialling Containers for Change baskets on a number of bins on the foreshore in north Cottesloe.

Carpark No. 1 retaining wall – foreshore closures in place
Posted 20 February 2025 Carpark No. 1 retaining wall – foreshore closures in place

The Town would like to provide an update regarding the area of retaining wall/grass terrace currently closed to public access.

Urban Greening Grant Funding
Posted 06 February 2025 Urban Greening Grant Funding

The Town has been successful in an application for funding from the State Government and Western Australia Local Government Authority’s Urban Greening Grants Program, to assist the Town in planting trees in Cottesloe.

Citizen of the Year Award winners announced
Posted 28 January 2025 Citizen of the Year Award winners announced

Congratulations to the Town of Cottesloe 2025 Citizen of the Year Award winners, announced on Sunday, 26 January at a Citizenship Ceremony and Citizen of the Year Awards event.

Safe summer swimming - look out for BEN signs and download the SharkSmart
Posted 23 January 2025 Safe summer swimming - look out for BEN signs and download the SharkSmart WA app!

Summer holidays are here which means lots of fun in the sun and beach outings. There are ways that you can stay safe this summer while at the beach.

A Lifetime at Cottesloe Beach by Margot Horgan: A Photographic Exhibition
Posted 22 January 2025 A Lifetime at Cottesloe Beach by Margot Horgan: A Photographic Exhibition

Don't miss this wonderful exhibition, on now at The Grove Library.

Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe not coming in 2025 due to funding issues
Posted 03 December 2024 Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe not coming in 2025 due to funding issues

The Town has been notified that the Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe exhibition wont be coming to us next year, due to funding issues.

New ACROD bays at Anderson Pavilion
Posted 19 November 2024 New ACROD bays at Anderson Pavilion

Two new ACROD bays have recently been installed in front of Anderson Pavilion at Harvey Field.

New Cottesloe Shark Barrier installed for summer
Posted 01 November 2024 New Cottesloe Shark Barrier installed for summer

The Town of Cottesloe’s new shark barrier is complete and being installed today (1 November)

Mayor's Summary - 7 - 11 Station Street, Cottesloe
Posted 25 October 2024 Mayor's Summary - 7 - 11 Station Street, Cottesloe

At the October Council Meeting, Council considered a preliminary report on the SDAU development for 7-11 Station Street, and resolved to not support it. A final report will be considered by Council at the November Council Meeting.

New Deputy Mayor Elected
Posted 24 October 2024 New Deputy Mayor Elected

Councillor Melissa Harkins has been elected as the new Deputy Mayor for the Town of Cottesloe.

Resignation of Town of Cottesloe Deputy Mayor, Helen Sadler
Posted 18 October 2024 Resignation of Town of Cottesloe Deputy Mayor, Helen Sadler

The Town of Cottesloe has received the resignation of Deputy Mayor, Helen Sadler. Cr Sadler has made the decision to step aside as Deputy Mayor, with effect from the Council Meeting on Tuesday 22 October.

Development Application from State Development Assessment Unit – 7-11
Posted 04 October 2024 Development Application from State Development Assessment Unit – 7-11 Station Street, Cottesloe

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