A Special Council Meeting will be held at 3:30pm, Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at the Council Chamber, 48 Old Perth Road, Bassendean
Keen on Halloween, the Town's most eerie event has returned to help our community enjoy a safe and spooky trick-or-treat experience!
Highlights from the September Ordinary Council Meeting
The Town of Bassendean has welcomed unanimous support from Western Australian local government representatives for a review of the funding and delivery arrangements for the State’s underground power program.
Expressions of Interest (EOI) will open on the 21 September 2026 for eligible not-for-profit providers interested in operating the well-established Wind in the Willows Early Childhood Education service in Bassendean and Ashfield.
A Special Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday 15 September 2026 to consider the Compliance Audit Return.
The Town of Bassendean has very recently become aware that the former fire station site at 10-14 Parker Street has been listed for public disposal by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
The Bassendean Melody Club has received a $2,000 community grant from the Town of Bassendean to purchase a new PA system and overhead projector.
Highlights from the August Ordinary Council Meeting.
The Town of Bassendean is pleased to announce the winners of the ratepayer incentive program.
The Town of Bassendean invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from community groups and not for profit organisations seeking short-term use of an office/workshop space at 50 Old Perth Rd, Bassendean.
The northern section of the Bindaring Park path network is now complete, connecting the eastern section of Harcourt Street to Anstey Road.
The Waste Authority WA has introduced updated guidance for Food Organics, Garden Organics (FOGO) bins.
Town of Bassendean Mayor has a requested review the WA Government’s underground power programs and reduce the upfront financial contributions for local governments and ratepayers.
View all the highlights from the July Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM).
The Request for Quotation (RFQ) is complete, with HEXA Commercial Property (HEXA) appointed as the successful respondent for RFQ 26/2026 – Wind in the Willows.
The Town of Bassendean has adopted its 2026-27 Annual Budget, with a focus on maintaining essential services, progressing key community projects and planning for the Town’s future.
The Town of Bassendean has adopted the Activities in Thoroughfares and Public Places and Trading Local Law 2026, which will come into operation on 24 July 2026.
The Town is pleased to offer incentives for ratepayers to switch to eRates and pay their rates in full by the due date.
For the past decade, the Regional Youth Driver Education (RYDE) program has helped young people take an important step towards independence, confidence and opportunity.
Friends of Success Hill Reserve in partnership with the Town of Bassendean, have received $11,382 in funding from the State Natural Resource Management (NRM) Community Stewardship Program for revegetation works in Success Hill Reserve
The Town is developing a 10-year Bike Plan to guide future investment in bike paths, shared paths and supporting cycling infrastructure across Bassendean, Ashfield and Eden Hill.
The Town of Bassendean recieved $67,500 in funding from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions’ (DBCA’s) Riverbank Grants program to implement the Success Hill Reserve Foreshore Restoration Project over the next three years
The Town of Bassendean’s Customer Service Centre has relocated to Bassendean Memorial Library, creating a convenient one-stop-shop for all your local government needs.
The Town of Bassendean has resolved to exercise its legal right to repurchase the heritage listed Pensioner Guard Cottage at 1 Surrey Street, following Council’s decision in December 2025 to return the site to Town ownership.
View all the highlights from the June Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM).
Wilson Street car park closure will be extended to Sunday 19 July.
Final update on the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Retention Grant and the timing of payments to Wind in the Willows staff.
Great news for local electric vehicle drivers! A new fast EV charger has been installed on James Street near BIC Reserve, making it easier than ever to power up on the go.
The Town of Bassendean continues to review the future operating arrangements for Wind in the Willows Early Learning and Child Care Services.