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).

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

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

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

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

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

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

Congratulations to the winners of our Around the Town giveaway!

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

The Town of Bassendean is encouraging passionate, community-minded residents from all backgrounds to consider nominating for Council.

Our e-newsletter has a new name and a new monthly schedule!

ATCO Gas will soon begin upgrading gas infrastructure in several locations across Bassendean.

The Town of Bassendean is proud to announce the completion of the first stage of the BIC Reserve Master Plan, a major step forward in revitalising one of the Town’s most beloved community spaces.

The Town of Bassendean has completed a major lighting upgrade at Steel Blue Oval, enhancing safety, boosting energy efficiency, and allowing greater access to the beloved community venue for local teams and residents alike.

You may be eligible to be enrolled to vote in the local government elections on 18 October 2025 if you live in or are an owner or occupier of rateable property in the Town of Bassendean.

The Town is aware of community interest in the future of the privately-owned building at the corner of Morley Drive and Ivanhoe Street.

The Town of Bassendean and RSL WA have started early talks about the future of a vacant site at 179 Guildford Road, Bassendean.

Two outstanding contributors to the Town of Bassendean have been recognised at the 2025 WALGA Local Government Honours Awards, held on Saturday night.

We're currently experiencing technical issues with call-outs to Ranger phones, which has caused delays in receiving job notifications and attending sites.

 From 1 July 2025, the Town of Bassendean will enter a new phase of collaboration with the Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council (EMRC) and the City of Bayswater as the other remaining member council.

The Town is pleased to offer incentives for ratepayers to switch to eRates and pay their rates in full by the due date. Don't miss out on these great incentives—register and pay your rates on time for a chance to save.