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Mayor and Councillors sworn in
Posted 23 October 2025 Mayor and Councillors sworn in

Newly elected Mayor and Councillors have been sworn in at a Swearing-In Ceremony held last night, and new Deputy Mayor elected.

Local Government Election results
Posted 19 October 2025 Local Government Election results

The results are in for the 2025 Local Government Election. 

Celebrating Seniors Week!
Posted 16 October 2025 Celebrating Seniors Week!

To celebrate Seniors Week 2025 our community (aged 55+) are invited to a number of events taking place during the week.

Citizen of the Year Awards - nominations closing at the end of this month!
Posted 15 October 2025 Citizen of the Year Awards - nominations closing at the end of this month!

Nominations for the 2026 Community Citizen of the Year Awards close on Friday, 31 August.

2025 Local Government Election - make your voice count!
Posted 14 October 2025 2025 Local Government Election - make your voice count!

Make your voice count! Drop your completed voting papers off at the Town's Administration office before this Saturday.

Nominations open for Town of Cottesloe Committees, Advisory and Working
Posted 22 September 2025 Nominations open for Town of Cottesloe Committees, Advisory and Working Groups

The Town of Cottesloe is calling for nominations from community members who are passionate about shaping the future of our town.

Town of Cottesloe Local Government Election - Saturday 18 October 2025
Posted 15 September 2025 Town of Cottesloe Local Government Election - Saturday 18 October 2025

Local Government elections are coming! For Cottesloe, voting is by postal vote, and voting packages will reach your letterboxes in late September.

Join us for the Harvey Field Playground opening event!
Posted 15 August 2025 Join us for the Harvey Field Playground opening event!

The Town invites our community to join us for the Harvey Field playground opening event on Saturday, 30 August at 10am to 12pm.

Change to reference numbers for rates payments
Posted 01 August 2025 Change to reference numbers for rates payments

With the implementation of the Town's new software solutions, please be advised that there will be a change to reference numbers on rates payments.

Launch of new software solutions to better serve the community
Posted 31 July 2025 Launch of new software solutions to better serve the community

The Town of Cottesloe is upgrading its information technology solutions to better serve our community.

Preferred date for holding Australia Day events
Posted 27 June 2025 Preferred date for holding Australia Day events

The Town of Cottesloe is seeking community feedback on the preferred date for holding Australia Day events from 2026 onward.

Statement from the Town of Cottesloe re 7-11  Station Street, Cottesloe
Posted 20 June 2025 Statement from the Town of Cottesloe re 7-11 Station Street, Cottesloe following WAPC meeting

The Town of Cottesloe is disappointed that the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) made the decision yesterday to approve a Significant Development Application for 7-11 Station Street in Cottesloe, which includes two residential towers of 15 and 17 storeys.

7 - 11 Station Street, Cottesloe - WAPC Meeting
Posted 16 June 2025 7 - 11 Station Street, Cottesloe - WAPC Meeting

The Town of Cottesloe has received notification that the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) will be considering a Part 17 Significant Development Application for 7-11 Station Street in Cottesloe Village, at its meeting on Thursday this week.

Marine Parade Shared Path Upgrade Project - seeking feedback on concept
Posted 11 June 2025 Marine Parade Shared Path Upgrade Project - seeking feedback on concept plan

The Town is seeking feedback from all users of Marine Parade on a shared path concept plan.

Short-Term Rental Accommodation - submissions invited on a scheme
Posted 06 June 2025 Short-Term Rental Accommodation - submissions invited on a scheme amendment and local planning policy

The Town has prepared a scheme amendment to facilitate State Government reforms for short-term rental accommodation, and a local planning policy on un-hosted short-term rental accommodation.

Native Plant Subsidy Scheme - plants are still available!
Posted 02 June 2025 Native Plant Subsidy Scheme - plants are still available!

Susidised plants through the annual Native Plant Subsidy Scheme are still available for Cottesloe residents.

Winter Sprinkler Switch-off
Posted 01 June 2025 Winter Sprinkler Switch-off

It's time to switch off your sprinklers for Water Corporation’s annual Winter Sprinkler Switch-off.

Welcome Mark
Posted 07 May 2025 Welcome Mark

The Town is delighted to welcome Mark Newman as the new Chief Executive Officer for the Town of Cottesloe.

Shark barrier removed for winter
Posted 29 April 2025 Shark barrier removed for winter

After another successful season of summer swimming, the shark barrier at Cottesloe Main Beach has been removed for winter.

Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP) – Community
Posted 10 April 2025 Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP) – Community Consultation

At the December 2024 Ordinary Meeting, Council accepted a draft CHRMAP for the purpose of community consultation. Our community is now invited to provide feedback.

Free mulch from the West Metro Recycling Centre
Posted 09 April 2025 Free mulch from the West Metro Recycling Centre

As a Member Council of the Western Metropolitan Regional Council, our residents are invited to collect free mulch from the West Metro Recycling Centre in Shenton Park.

Town of Cottesloe appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Posted 17 March 2025 Town of Cottesloe appoints new Chief Executive Officer

The Town is pleased to advise that Mr Mark Newman will commence as Cottesloe’s new Chief Executive Officer on 28 April 2025.

Marine Parade path to be upgraded through Active Transport Funding
Posted 12 March 2025 Marine Parade path to be upgraded through Active Transport Funding

The Town of Cottesloe has been successful in securing funding from the Australian Government’s Active Transport Fund (ATF) to upgrade the existing footpath along the length of Marine Parade - from Curtin Avenue to North Street.

Carpark No. 1 retaining wall - repair works
Posted 11 March 2025 Carpark No. 1 retaining wall - repair works

Repair works on the section of the foreshore retaining wall in front of Carpark No. 1 have commenced.

Notice of Acceptance of Annual Report and AGM
Posted 01 March 2025 Notice of Acceptance of Annual Report and AGM

The 2023/2024 Annual Report was accepted by Council at the February Council Meeting. Electors of the Town of Cottesloe are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, commencing at 5.30pm in the Lesser Hall.

Containers for Change - Container Exchange Point trial
Posted 21 February 2025 Containers for Change - Container Exchange Point trial

The Town is currently trialling Containers for Change baskets on a number of bins on the foreshore in north Cottesloe.

Carpark No. 1 retaining wall – foreshore closures in place
Posted 20 February 2025 Carpark No. 1 retaining wall – foreshore closures in place

The Town would like to provide an update regarding the area of retaining wall/grass terrace currently closed to public access.

Urban Greening Grant Funding
Posted 06 February 2025 Urban Greening Grant Funding

The Town has been successful in an application for funding from the State Government and Western Australia Local Government Authority’s Urban Greening Grants Program, to assist the Town in planting trees in Cottesloe.

Citizen of the Year Award winners announced
Posted 28 January 2025 Citizen of the Year Award winners announced

Congratulations to the Town of Cottesloe 2025 Citizen of the Year Award winners, announced on Sunday, 26 January at a Citizenship Ceremony and Citizen of the Year Awards event.

Safe summer swimming - look out for BEN signs and download the SharkSmart
Posted 23 January 2025 Safe summer swimming - look out for BEN signs and download the SharkSmart WA app!

Summer holidays are here which means lots of fun in the sun and beach outings. There are ways that you can stay safe this summer while at the beach.

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