Town of Bassendean Council has endorsed a new Verge Maintenance Policy which will free up over half a million dollars for reinvestment in community infrastructure and asset renewal. 

The Town of Bassendean has recruited two new full-time Rangers to join our team, allowing us to extend our Ranger Service offering from five to seven days a week.

View our operating hours for the Easter long weekend.

The Roy Hookway Stairs will be temporarily closed for revitalisation from 28 April to 9 May.

Bookings are now open for the Term 2 RElax program.

The Town of Bassendean is celebrating Youth Week (10 to 17 April) with a range of free activities for young people.

The WA Tree Festival 2025 is a community celebration of trees in our urban areas and beyond, running from 12 April – 10 May.

The Town of Bassendean is running several programs to aid residents in greening the Town of Bassendean. Urban greening provides a range of benefits for the community, including cooling urban areas, improving air quality, reducing runoff and improving water infiltration into the ground, and a positive impact on mental health.

The Town of Bassendean is proud to launch Women In The Workshop, a hands-on workshop series designed to empower local women with practical skills in a welcoming and supportive environment.

The Town has announced the return of its Winter Tree Planting Program for 2025, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability.

The Town of Bassendean Volunteer Service is undergoing a transition.

The Cities of Bayswater, Swan, Belmont and the Town of Bassendean are calling on the State Government to take action to combat an increase in mosquitoes resulting from a breeding season that is the worst they have ever seen.

The Town of Bassendean welcomes the joint commitment from the re-elected Albanese and Cook Labor Governments to invest a combined $5.2 million in the redevelopment of Jubilee Reserve in Eden Hill. Combined with the Town’s own $2 million contribution, the promised investment will transform Jubilee Reserve into a multi-use sporting hub and ensure it remains an important community space for generations to come.

The Water Corporation have begun important works to install a new water pipeline near Ashfield Train Station, replacing an existing pipeline. This upgrade will help maintain the quality and reliability of water supply for residents in Ashfield and Bassendean.

The Town of Bassendean is pleased to announce a $500,000 funding commitment from the Cook Labor Government to support the next planning phase of the Bassendean Oval redevelopment. This significant investment will lay the groundwork for modern, inclusive facilities that benefit the entire community while honouring the Town’s heritage assets.

The Town produces mulch from pruned street and reserve trees and uses it to maintain public spaces. When there’s surplus, it’s offered to residents and local community groups. The Town has updated the collection process to ensure fairer distribution, better resource management, and reduced waste.

Looking for a way to stay active, have fun, and learn something new? The Town of Bassendean’s RElax program offers an exciting range of health, fitness, and workshop courses across four terms each year.

The Town of Bassendean has been successful in receiving a grant of $1,999,392 from the Australian Government’s Natural Heritage Trust under the Urban Rivers and Catchments Program.

The next General Meeting of Electors is being held on Tuesday 4 February 2025, starting at 6pm. It will be held in the Council Chamber at 48 Old Perth Road, Bassendean.

The Town of Bassendean is excited to announce that Council endorsed the Bassendean Oval Redevelopment Draft Concept Masterplan during its Ordinary Council Meeting last night.

The Town of Bassendean is proud to announce the release of its 2023/2024 Annual Report, highlighting the achievements, milestones, and financial performance of the past financial year.

ATCO Gas will soon be replacing the existing PVC gas mains with new polyethylene (PE) mains in several locations in Bassendean. This upgrade is part of ATCO’s commitment to achieving a net zero emissions gas network by 2050.

Opening hours for some Town services will change over December 2024 and January 2025.

The Town of Bassendean is pleased to announce that its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2024-2028 was officially adopted by Council at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday, 19 November 2024.

The Town of Bassendean is committed to advocating for a range of projects that are important to our community. These projects focus on critical areas such as economic development, social advancement, and legislative improvements.

In partnership with Recycle Right WA, the Town of Bassendean is launching a competition to encourage residents to download the Recycle Right WA app and activate push notifications, helping you to stay on top of your waste management.

Due to the introduction of the new Ellenbrook Train Line, the Public Transport Authority (PTA) will soon implement changes to several bus routes.

The European House Borer (EHB), Hylotrupes bajulus, is a destructive pest that poses a threat to dried wood from conifer trees (including pine, fir, and spruce). If left unchecked, EHB can cause major structural damage to buildings.

The Town of Bassendean has reached a significant milestone in the Bassendean Oval Redevelopment Project, with the development of a draft concept masterplan. Now it's your opportunity to provide feedback on the draft concept masterplan and help shape the future of this significant precinct.

The Water Corporation will soon begin important works to install a new water pipeline near Ashfield Train Station, replacing an existing pipeline. This upgrade will help maintain the quality and reliability of water supply for residents in Ashfield and Bassendean.