Cockburn's New Street Tree Policy Aims to Expand Canopy
The City of Cockburn has updated its street trees planning policy to increase tree canopy coverage and safeguard existing trees, with new standards for planting and removals.
The City of Cockburn has updated its street trees planning policy to increase tree canopy coverage and safeguard existing trees, with new standards for planting and removals.
A new study by EzLicence identifies Cockburn as Western Australia's most learner-friendly area for driving practice, ranking fourth nationally, but highlights challenges at the Success test centre.
The City of Cockburn has voted against declaring itself nuclear-free, emphasizing that nuclear regulation falls under federal jurisdiction while advocating for transparency from defense agencies.
The City of Cockburn has deferred a planned business delegation to Vietnam, Indonesia, and Singapore, citing a lack of detail and global insecurity, despite local business interest.
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RecommendedSpearwood Library in Cockburn celebrates its 50th anniversary with three generations of a family sharing their stories. The library has evolved with technology while maintaining its role as a vital community hub.
Greens MP Brad Pettitt has endorsed a Cockburn community campaign to develop unused land for affordable housing and green spaces, addressing urban sprawl and environmental concerns.
The City of Cockburn has initiated extensive sand restoration works at C.Y. O'Connor Beach to combat severe erosion, with closures on weekdays and an artificial reef showing promising early results in reducing wave energy.
Efforts to secure funding for an $18.1 million Aboriginal cultural and visitors centre in Cockburn face lukewarm responses, with no capital investment secured despite applications and outreach.
The City of Cockburn has greenlit a $6 million project to install traffic lights at the congested Beeliar Drive and Spearwood Avenue intersection, aiming to reduce accidents and improve traffic flow.
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RecommendedARIA-winning band Birds of Tokyo will headline the Cockburn Sun Sets concert on February 21, featuring local artists and family activities at Success sporting facility.
Southern suburbs residents are urging the City of Cockburn to declare itself nuclear-free as the AUKUS security partnership continues to develop, raising local concerns about safety and sovereignty.
The City of Cockburn has recognised outstanding community contributors in its annual Australia Day citizen awards, celebrating individuals and groups making a difference in health, youth advocacy, marine rescue, and food security.
Cockburn Council reverses staff advice to grant $5000 to Sailing On WA, supporting veterans' mental health through twilight sailing events. A 6-3 vote secures funding for the current season.
Cockburn councillors vote 7-2 to bring public petitions back to council meetings, overturning a 2017 policy. The move aims to enhance local democracy despite staff concerns over cost.
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RecommendedThe City of Cockburn will maintain lower-than-recommended fees for developers to stimulate local growth. Key decision made in a swift five-minute council meeting. Read the full details.
City of Cockburn Mayor Bruce Reynolds will support revoking his own motion for a workplace culture review to prevent internal conflict. Details on the political manoeuvre inside.
City of Cockburn considers significant increases to infrastructure contributions for developers, potentially adding thousands to project costs. Learn how this affects local development.