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Posted 05 March 2026 Public Notice: George and Hubble Street intersection temporarily closed for workshop

A temporary road closure in place at the George Street and Hubble Street intersection from 12 noon to 4pm on Wednesday 11 March for a Streets Alive Masterclass.

Posted 03 March 2026 Review of Local Laws under s3.16 Local Government Act 1995

The Town is reviewing a number of its Local Laws.

Posted 27 February 2026 Statement relating to Dog Exercise Area at East Fremantle Community Park

The Town wishes to clarify the process around changing the use of the dog park area on WAFL Match Days.

Posted 27 February 2026 Public comment open for East Street Social Housing Project

The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH) is inviting residents in the Town of East Fremantle to provide their comments on the East Street residential apartment development proposal.

Posted 26 February 2026 New access steps and replacement wooden planks coming soon for Lee Park

The Town has removed some access steps on the combination play unit and the swings at Lee Park for safety reasons.

Posted 26 February 2026 Interactive workshops to consider future concepts for Town Centre

Residents and business owners in and around the Town of East Fremantle’s Town Centre are invited to have their say on the future of the Town Centre.

Posted 20 February 2026 Statement from Town of East Fremantle regarding WA Football decision on fence for WAFL games

WA Football has advised that perimeter control is now required in order for WAFL games to continue to be played at East Fremantle Community Park.

Posted 19 February 2026 Feel the beat in East Fremantle this Sat

Grab your dancing shoes and picnic rugs and settle in for a night of live music, summer activities, and food at East Freo Bites and Beats.

Posted 11 February 2026 WA Football to provide further information about fencing arrangements for local WAFL games

The Town awaits further communication regarding fencing arrangements for local WAFL games.

Posted 04 February 2026 Statement from the Town regarding sale of Leeuwin Barracks

The Federal Government has announced it will be selling Leeuwin Barracks as part of a national review of the Defence department’s assets.

Posted 02 February 2026 Are you a waste warrior?

Residents can now test their waste sorting skills with a free, online game.

Posted 02 February 2026 An update on the Town’s 2024/25 Annual Report and Annual Electors’ Meeting

Read a statement from the Town regarding the delay in finalising the Annual Report by 31 December 2025.

Posted 21 January 2026 East Freo Bites and Beats celebrates culture and connection

East Fremantle Community Park will transform into a hive to music, summer activities and food on Saturday 21 February.

Posted 19 January 2026 Help shape our plan for our future

Town of East Fremantle residents, businesses and community groups are invited to join one of two Council Plan Community Workshops on Monday 16 February.

Posted 16 January 2026 Submit a name suggestion for our newsletter for a chance to win

Help us re-name our printed newsletter for a chance to win a $150 gift voucher to an East Fremantle business of your choice.

Posted 12 January 2026 Norm McKenzie river wall and plaza upgrade

Construction works on the Norm McKenzie river wall and plaza will commence soon.

Posted 18 December 2025 Annual Report 2024-25 and update on date for Annual Electors' Meeting

Unfortunately, the Town’s 2024-25 Annual Report will not be finalised by 31 December 2025.

Posted 18 December 2025 Annual Report 2024-25

Unfortunately, the Town’s Annual Report will not be finalised by 31 December 2025.

Posted 11 December 2025 Young people to turn up the Street Jam

Young people are invited to celebrate the summer holidays with a free, vibrant youth event at the East Fremantle Community Park.

Posted 04 December 2025 Is your under 16-year-old ready for the social media ban?

Discover five screen free ways to keep your child engaged and thriving this summer.

Posted 03 December 2025 Amendment No.20 (Short-term Residential Accommodation)

Amendment No. 20 (Short-term Residential Accommodation) to Local Planning Scheme No.3 was gazetted on 18 November 2025.

Posted 02 December 2025 2025 Community Events Survey winner announced

Congratulations to John Moffet who won the $150 prize for completing the 2025 Community Events Survey.

Posted 01 December 2025 Town's festive season opening hours and bin collections

Find the dates the Town's administration will close over the festive season and scheduled bin collection dates.

Posted 25 November 2025 Have your say on the Local Planning Scheme No.4

The Town is seeking the community’s feedback on the initial dwelling density proposals for the Planning Areas F, G, H and I which may be included in LPS 4 subject to Council endorsement.

Posted 20 November 2025 Trees lost to Polyphagous shot-hole borer to be replaced

Town welcomes $22,873 funding boost from the State Government to replace trees lost to borer.

Posted 10 November 2025 East Fremantle residents invited to enjoy Vespers event

The Town is pleased to welcome a free Fremantle Biennale event, Vespers, to John Tonkin Reserve on Saturday 22 November.

Posted 06 November 2025 CEO's exemplary leadership, integrity and commitment recognised

Town CEO Jonathan Throssell has been awarded a life membership by Local Government Professionals WA.

Posted 31 October 2025 Help shape our future local planning scheme

Residents in certain Planning Areas are invited to a drop-in information session in late November.

Posted 30 October 2025 Cr Maywood sworn in as Town’s new Deputy Mayor

Town of East Fremantle has welcomed Councillor Lucinda Maywood as its new Deputy Mayor.

Posted 28 October 2025 Celebrate National Recycling Week with a free yoga session

Join a free yoga session on Saturday 8 November to celebrate National Recycling Week.

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