The City’s ambition is to be a desirable place for people to live, work, invest, study and visit with high quality modern infrastructure, public transport links and growing employment. To achieve this, the Advocacy Priorities Strategy was developed, which outlines key projects and alliances necessary to attract investment and to accelerate development and growth as we adjust to the changing landscape in which we operate and live.  

We are laser-focused on key projects that align with the needs and aspirations of our residents. What this means for you: 

• Collaboration: We’re actively engaging with State and Federal governments, as well as various organisations, to ensure that our community’s voice is heard and prioritised. 

• Targeted Projects: Our strategy emphasises initiatives that address pressing community needs, from infrastructure improvements to social services. 

• Community Impact: By aligning our efforts with external support, we aim to enhance quality of life, foster economic resilience, and create a thriving environment for all. 

Together, we’re building a brighter future—stay informed as we pursue these vital partnerships.

City of Armadale - Advocacy Priorities Strategy

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Current Advocacy Priorities include: 

• Armadale Station Central Park 

We continue to work closely with the WA Government, the Public Transport Authority and other key stakeholders involved in the Byford Rail Extension project to advocate and ensure the best possible outcomes to the community.   

The new Armadale Train Station and elevated viaduct presents us with an opportunity to invest in the public spaces beneath the railway line and create state-of-the-art, functional, and multipurpose spaces to transform our City Centre. 

Investment in these critical public spaces will enhance the area and ensure the new train station is an attractive, welcoming, and vibrant part of our City. 

Central Park is set to be a powerful catalyst and the centre piece of the transformation of Armadale's inner-city.  By creating strong connections between this major destination and landmark park across the Jull Street Mall and west of the railway line, we’ll draw more visitors and foot traffic which will help re-energising local businesses and make the mall a welcoming hub of activity.   

• Armadale Regional Recreation Reserve

The Armadale Regional Recreation Reserve is a proposed multi-stage development set to be the future regional facility for local sporting and community clubs to service the growing population of Armadale and Perth’s metropolitan South-East corridor. 

With only five netball and three basketball courts serving the entire City, this lack of facilities forces residents to travel far and wide, driving participation rates down. 

The City has developed a delivery strategy that allows for a more measured investment approach by splitting the development of Stage 1 of the Netball and Basketball facility into two phases — Stage 1A and Stage 1B. This phased approach is intended to strategically position the City for securing the necessary funding from both State and Federal Governments, ensuring a more prudent and effective advocacy for the project.

The City’s efforts to ensure the project provides a useable facility as soon as possible for our community would see Stage 1A deliver an initial six indoor and 10 outdoor multi-purpose courts, alongside a range of associated amenities. The total project cost of Stage 1A is $48.8 million.

The City has signed an MOU with Netball WA & Basketball WA to highlight the need for this facility. 

• Civic Precinct Redevelopment 

The City of Armadale is proposing an ambitious consolidation and redevelopment of its inner-city Civic Precinct. The concept aims for the development of a modern and vibrant hub in Armadale which will become a focal point for residents, businesses and visitors alike.  

The City’s ambition and long-term vision has been to consolidate its property, invest and build a new high-quality hub for civic activities and multiple uses reinforcing this area as the focal point for the principal administrative functions of the City of Armadale, as well as a desirable location for open space and celebration of historic buildings, culture and its community. 

• Armadale Regional Health and Medical Precinct 

The City has identified the need for expanded medical health services to support the existing and future population of Perth’s growing southeast corridor. Addressing health risks such as chronic disease and mental health, whilst also reducing reliance on the at capacity Armadale Hospital. 

Already the largest employer within the Armadale local government area and providing jobs across hospitals, medical services, residential care, private practice, seniors and childcare, a new Medical and Health Precinct would provide support for mental health, palliative care and chemotherapy for an ageing population that has increased over the years as well as services for young adults and families. 

• The Champion Centre 

This priority focuses on advocating for the ongoing support of this important centre and the services it currently provides for the community. The Champion Centre is regarded as one of Armadale’s pillar community facilities. Together with the City’s Aboriginal Development Team and a solid commitment from local Aboriginal Elders and external organisations, the custom-designed Centre forms an accessible, inclusive and effective service hub for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Long term funding is required to effect further positive change alongside the local Aboriginal community. 

• Hilbert District Community Centre and Library 

The suburbs of Haynes and Hilbert are high growth greenfield suburbs to the west of the Armadale City Centre. From a base population of just a few hundred in 2010, in 2023 the population was over 8,000 and is forecast to grow to over 31,000 by 2046.  

The proposed Hilbert District Community Centre and Library is an integrated multi-level community centre and library which celebrates community activities, events and social interaction. It will be located adjacent to the popular Shipwreck Park and will form part of the vibrant Hilbert Town Centre.