City of Bayswater

Yesterday, the City officially welcomed 51 new residents from more than 20 countries at its special Harmony Week Citizenship Ceremony. Taking place from 17 to 23 March, Harmony Week presents an opportunity for us to celebrate our vibrant multicultural community. The City is proud to be one of the State's most culturally and linguistically diverse metropolitan local governments, with almost 40% of our residents born overseas. Pictured: Acting Mayor Elli Petersen-Pik with Tania Lawrence MP and new Australian citizens. #HarmonyWeek #HarmonyDay #Diversity #Inclusion

The City is proud to sponsor Facilit8 - Perth Business Networking Events' Morley Sundowner on 9 April, 5 – 7pm at the Morley Local. The event connects local businesses to create new opportunities and build stronger networks within the Morley business community. Register now👉 https://lnkd.in/gH-FSsPu

On Friday, the City celebrated International Women's Day with a free event uplifting women and girls in our community. Women's Impact attendees watched a moving short film presented by crisis accommodation provider Orana House, then prepared heartfelt messages and more than 90 care packs to support women facing family and domestic violence. Attendees also generously donated $500 worth of Eftpos gift cards to be included in the care packs. Other celebrations during the week included an evening yoga class, a menopause workshop, a string quartet performance and morning tea for seniors, and a business workshop for women entrepreneurs. Thank you to everyone who joined us for these inspiring free events. The City's International Women's Day celebrations were supported by Morley Galleria.

The City is proud to have achieved its 2025 target of 100% renewable electricity for City operations, excluding streetlighting, as part of its Emission Reduction and Renewable Energy (ERRE) Plan ⚡🔌 Endorsed by Council in 2021, the ERRE Plan sets out a roadmap for actions the City will take to achieve its emissions reduction and renewable energy use targets, including net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. By securing power purchasing agreements with Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation) and WA Local Government Association (WALGA) and installing solar panels at 25 of our sites, we've cut greenhouse gas emissions by around 7,000 tonnes – that's the equivalent to 812 return flights from Perth to London! To learn more on this exciting achievement, visit https://ow.ly/inrN50VaKuY Featured: City of Bayswater Mayor Filomena Piffaretti with Councillor Sally Palmer and Councillor Giorgia Johnson.

In a game-changing upgrade for Halliday Park in Bayswater, new LED floodlights are now powering night games for Bayswater Lacrosse Club! 💡🥍 The energy-efficient lights improve safety, performance and scheduling flexibility, giving players the chance to train and compete under professional standard lighting. The upgrade also supports the City’s commitment to 100% renewable energy by 2030 ⚡ This project was delivered thanks to funding from the City and the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries. Pictured: Mayor Filomena Piffaretti with Bayswater Lacrosse Club coaches Chloe Tatlow and Adam Jorrdestjorre. To find out more, visit https://ow.ly/vQcK50UTN7l

The changerooms at Upper Hillcrest Reserve in Bayswater just got a major upgrade! 🚀 The new additional gender inclusive and accessible changerooms feature private showers, individual changing spaces, wheelchair access and more – creating a welcoming space for all players. A huge win for local clubs and the growing women’s football team at the Bayswater Football Club 🏉 The project was proudly funded by the City, Western Australia Football Commission, and the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries. To find out more, visit https://ow.ly/ileR50UPXFk Pictured (L–R): Western Australia Football Commission Manager Facilities and Government Relations Steven Rose, Cr Assunta Meleca, player Leona Russell from the Bayswater Football Club, Cr Josh Eveson, and Bayswater Football Club Vice President Danielle Santoro.

Construction of a new urban forest is now underway at Riverside Gardens East! The City was delighted to host Hon Hannah Beazley MLA; Lisa Baker MLA; Hon. Reece Whitby MLA and Hon. Patrick Gorman MP onsite to learn more about the project and celebrate the City's commitment to creating cooler, greener spaces, reducing the urban heat island effect and creating habitat for native wildlife. The urban forest will deliver more than 75,000 trees and plants, supporting biodiversity, increasing our tree canopy and providing a wonderful space for community to connect with nature and each other 🤗 For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/g3SAWjcr This project is jointly funded by the Australian Government’s Urban Rivers and Catchments Program and the City of Bayswater, with the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries; the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, and Water Corporation; and the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. Pictured (left to right): Greening Australia Commercial Development Manager Adin Lang; Minister for Local Government Hon. Hannah Beazley MLA; Lisa Baker MLA; Minister for Energy, Environment, Climate Action Hon. Reece Whitby MLA, Federal Member for Perth Hon. Patrick Gorman MP; City of Bayswater Mayor Filomena Piffaretti; City of Bayswater CEO Jeremy Edwards; and Greening Australia CEO Heather Campbell at the site of the Riverside Gardens Urban Forest in Bayswater.

Earlier today, the City honoured five locals for their outstanding contributions to the Bayswater community at a special citizenship ceremony. The City partnered with Auspire - Australia Day Council WA to present four Community Citizen of the Year Awards in addition to its own Outstanding Women in Leadership Award. Congratulations to our 2025 Community Citizens of the Year: Community Citizen of the Year – Kara Perrin Senior Citizen of the Year – Greg Elliott Young Citizen of the Year – Rodrigues Niyongere Active Citizenship – Maylands Historical and Peninsula Association Outstanding Women in Leadership Award – Kate Bettenay To read more about these inspiring individuals, visit https://ow.ly/7vpA50UNt9j Pictured: Mayor Filomena Piffaretti with Hon. Amber-Jade Sanderson MLA, Hon. Alanna Clohesy MLC and the City's 2025 Community Citizens of the Year.

The City welcomes WA Labor's election commitment of $4 million towards upgrading the McGilvray Avenue and Morley Drive intersection. The City has been working with Main Roads Western Australia to advocate for upgrades to this intersection to make our roads safer for our community and those passing through Morley.

The City is delighted to have secured an election commitment of $5 million from the WA Labor Government towards the redevelopment of Frank Drago Reserve, home to the Bayswater City Soccer Club ⚽ 👏 This is the result of the City’s recent targeted approach towards its advocacy efforts. The City has initiated a feasibility study and development planning to upgrade the reserve and has been actively seeking funding for this vital community project. The City is proud to work towards upgrading our key facilities to be modern, accessible and sustainable assets that meet the needs of our community.