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Plans for the redevelopment of East Fremantle Oval are a step closer to fruition as Premier McGowan confirms funding commitment and the Town of East Fremantle finalises a tender for the management of the project, with an announcement expected within a fortnight.

Routine inspection work is being undertaken on Fremantle Traffic Bridge from Monday 19 July for up to six weeks.

At the Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 20 July 2021, the Town of East Fremantle will consider a submission on the proposed redevelopment at the Royal George Hotel site.

The State Government is offering support for small businesses affected by recent lockdowns. Read on to find out if you are eligible to apply.

From Monday 12 July, many of the restrictions in place relating to COVID-19 have been eased. Visitors to Town Hall are no longer required to wear masks.

The Town of East Fremantle is looking for an HR Coordinator and a Community Care Compliance Officer to join our team.

The Town of East Fremantle’s 2021/22 Budget was adopted this week, with investments being made to ensure the Town prioritises and addresses what is important to the East Fremantle community. To allow us the opportunity to be more sustainable to promote active recreational pursuits, address environmental concerns, maintain and enhance our river with green space enhancements, sensible development and heritage protection.

The latest edition of the Town's printed newsletter, Talk of the Town, is being distributed this week.

The Town of East Fremantle has come out on top in a recent grant funding announcement worth $78,000 that will see many new trees planted across seven areas over the next two years.

A development application for the Royal George Hotel site has been submitted to the State Development Assessment Unit (SDAU) and will be assessed/ determined by the SDAU/ WAPC under the ‘Significant Development’ pathway in accordance with new planning legislation gazetted in July 2020. Comments are now open and will close on 18 June 2021.

The Town of East Fremantle has received very strong endorsement from its community as a place in which to live and to visit in its most recent biennial community survey. The research conducted by CATALYSE® through their MARKYT® Scorecard saw 626 community members complete the survey and rate the Town on a broad range of metrics, and whilst results were pleasing there was still scope for improvement.

Main Roads are revealing the four alignment options for the Swan River crossings and are seeking community input by 1 June 2021.

Have your say on the development application for the proposed extension to the HMAS Perth (I) Memorial - submissions close Monday 7 June

The Town is seeking feedback on the Town's Draft Verge Greening Guidelines and Verge Treatment Policy. The documents have been constructed to assist residents in the construction of verge gardens with a focus on native waterwise vegetation. Submissions are now open until 21 June 2021.

The Town of East Fremantle has taken another step towards environmental sustainability by endorsing a new policy requiring all residents of the Town who have new pools and spas to have covers for them.

The Town of East Fremantle is in the process of finalising the 2021/22 annual budget. In accordance with Section 6.36 of the Local Government Act 1995, The Town invites public submissions in respect of the intention to levy Differential General Rates and Minimum Payments.

A productive meeting was held last week at which the Town of East Fremantle and the Fremantle 1st Scouts began planning upgrades to the facilities at Camp Waller so that Scouting can be enjoyed safely and by more people in the Town in the future.

East Fremantle's young people celebrated the last day of the Easter holidays by gathering in Locke Park to try new sports, learn about volunteering and career opportunities and have a lot of fun at the first ever East Freo Youth Meet Up event.

National Volunteer Week (NVW) is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteers. From Monday 17 to Sunday 23 May 2021, NVW will celebrate the significant contribution of Australia’s almost six million volunteers. Each year these volunteers dedicate over 600 million hours to help others. The theme for NVW 2021 is Recognise. Reconnect. Reimagine.

Amendment 17 Canning Highway between East and Glyde Streets advertised for public comment

The Town of East Fremantle is now recruiting for a Customer Service Officer - Information Management . Apply now!

The Town of East Fremantle has once again been targeted by tree vandals and is calling on local residents and the general public to help find those responsible, with rewards offered for information leading to successful prosecution.

Residents are advised that the Town is undertaking footpath upgrade works on Stratford Street, on the western side between the Canning Highway intersection and number 11 Stratford Street.

Residents of East Fremantle, Fremantle and Melville were recently treated to a free “Stay on Your Feet, Give it a Go” day, to help prevent falls in the local community and help older adults stay on their feet.

A new, quirky and colourful visual feature will be added to the Town of East Fremantle streetscape when our latest public art work is installed on the corner of Silas Street and St Peters Road.

Council at its meeting on 16 March 2021 adopted Standards for CEO Recruitment, Performance Review and Termination.

Planning and development is continuing on the Swan River Crossings project, which will see replacement of the Fremantle Traffic Bridge and construction of a new rail bridge.

An enthusiastic and growing water sports club now finally has a home base at which to stage their activities following a decision by the Town of East Fremantle at their meeting on Tuesday 16 March.

Markyt Community Scorecard - Online Survey Now Open. Rate your Council in key performance areas so we can continue to improve.

The Town of East Fremantle’s Community Assistance Grants Program (CAG) continues to provide an opportunity for local sporting clubs and community groups to build capacity within their club and the community. Applications for 2021-2022 funding will open on Monday 29 March 2021 and close on Monday 24 May 2021, 4pm.