Perth’s Facelift: A Development Boom
Perth is preparing for a major development boom!
Across our city, plans are in action to introduce revolutionary new infrastructure and bring WA well and truly into the twenty-first century.
So, what will Perth’s facelift really look like, and what does it mean for locals?
A 10-Year Vision Plan
The West Australian Government is currently investing heavily in infrastructure as part of a 10-year vision plan.
Under this newly endorsed urban plan, William Street will be transformed into a green spine running through the city. Meanwhile, Buneenboro Loop will connect Perth’s major tourism hotspots, from the Swan River to King’s Park, the Perth Exhibition Centre, and Elizabeth Quay.
The ECU City Campus and Perth City Link
A key inclusion in the development plan is the new Edith Cowan University (ECU) city campus. This is driving major development in the CBD, including adjacent student housing.
The new campus will be accompanied by the luxury Dorsett Hotel development, opposite RAC Arena, due for completion in 2026.
A New Women and Infants Hospital
In preparation to wind down services at Subiaco’s King Edward Memorial Hospital, construction is now underway at Murdoch’s Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct for a new women and babies hospital.
With an estimated completion date of 2029, this is a major health infrastructure project and is set to reshape medical facilities, especially south of the river. This is in addition to expanding birthing suites at Osbourne Park Hospital and an expanded neonatal unit at Perth Children’s Hospital.
Developing Burswood Point
On the banks of the Swan River, Burswood Point is an exciting new chapter for inner-city living in Perth. The 456-residence ‘city within a city’ mega development overlooks Optus Stadium and Crown Resort.
Already, construction has begun on the luxury Somerset Residences component, conveniently located just minutes from Perth Stadium train station.
Fremantle Traffic Bridge Replacement
Meanwhile, Fremantle is in for a refresh, with major civil infrastructure work beginning to replace the ageing crossings over the Swan River and modernise local transit.
The existing Fremantle traffic bridge is being removed to accommodate an iconic new bridge with two traffic lanes, alongside dedicated pedestrian and cyclist paths.
Sustainability Focus
Perth’s population continues to grow, expected to reach 55,000 residents in the city centre alone by as soon as 2036. The goal is to introduce a more sustainable city design that balances environmentally conscious design with the needs of an expanding city.
“After providing professional trades services for major infrastructure across Perth for more than 90 years, we understand the challenges of working on commercial developments, heritage buildings, housing and health care facilities. Perth Council must consider eco-friendly materials and preserve Perth's natural beauty and history throughout the process,” said Stephen Cochrane, veteran Perth painter.
This eco focus contributes to the state government’s Living Streets planning projects, as well as the East-West people-first transit corridor set to extend from St Georges Terrace to Wellington Street.
A little at time, Perth is set to become a greener, more future-focused place to live.