The Town of Bassendean has secured $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).

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.

Wilson Street car park closure will be extended to Sunday 19 July.

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.

In a first for local government in Western Australia, the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT) has upheld the Town of Bassendean’s decision to refuse an application for the removal of a ‘regulated tree’ on private property.

Council has endorsed the Town's latest Public Health Plan 2026-2031.

View all the highlights from the May Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM).

The Bassendean North Underground Power Project is a step closer, with the Town entering a co-funding agreement with Western Power.

Council has backed an investigation into potential sites for a nature-based pump track.

Notice is hereby given to the ratepayers of the intention by the Town of Bassendean to levy the differential rates for each rating category for the 2026/2027 financial year.

This year the Town’s heritage-listed pillar post box is celebrating its 150th anniversary. The Town will mark the post box’s anniversary with a range of community events.

The Town of Bassendean has secured grant funding through the Swan Canning Riverpark Urban Forest program to deliver a revegetation and weed control project in Bindaring Park.

An update on the condition of a large tree at the north-eastern end of Bassendean Oval, near the carpark.

The Town of Bassendean has appointed Christou Design Group to progress the Bassendean Oval Precinct Redevelopment to the schematic design stage.

The Town of Bassendean Council has confirmed it will continue to operate its two Wind in the Willows (WITW) early childhood education and care services until at least July 2027.

Bassendean is set to welcome one of the world’s fastest growing sports, with Council endorsing the establishment of a dedicated committee to progress the delivery of padel courts at BIC Reserve.

A playful new public artwork celebrating friendship and local wildlife will soon bring colour, character and creativity to Palmerston Square Reserve.

View all the highlights from the April Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM).

We're seeking your feedback on dog on‑lead, off‑lead and dog‑prohibited areas across our parks and reserves.

Discussions between the Town and RSL WA have progressed positively regarding the vacant site at 179 Guildford Road.

The Town of Bassendean is pleased to bring back the Plants to Residents and Trees to Residents programs for 2026.

The WA Tree Festival 2026 is a community celebration of trees in our urban areas and beyond, running from 11 April – 10 May.

Over the Easter long weekend, the Town’s Administrative Offices, Bassendean Memorial Library, Depot and Customer Service Centre will be closed.

The Town's Special Council Meeting scheduled for the 9 April has been cancelled following the Council's resolution to cease public disposal process of the Wind in the Willows and explore a new, community focused direction for the childcare service.

At its Ordinary Council Meeting on 24 March 2026, Council resolved to adopt a new direction for the future of the Wind in the Willows Early Childhood Education and Childcare Services.

View all the highlights from the March 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting.

Nominations are open for The Town of Bassendean 2026 Community Awards, so now is the time to start thinking about those who go above and beyond in the community.