West Perth Aware

The old Tram Shelter on the corner of Hay & Thomas street in West Perth is in the news again.

Safety in Our City Cannot Be an Afterthought

Living or working in West Perth should never mean being injured, attacked or harassed.

The Old Tram Stop is not a fit-for-purpose sleeping space and looking away or doing nothing is not a solution.

"For years I have spoken out for the safety of residents, workers, visitors and anyone without a home who needs somewhere safe to sleep."

Shelter WA do a great job, but the need is greater than ever.

I commend the State Government's Housing First approach, yet many facilities still turn people away if they've consumed alcohol or drugs, and those addictions are growing alongside rough sleeping and traffic-light begging.

The response to homelessness must be compassionate, person-centred and focused on lasting outcomes, including solutions for those unable to maintain housing due to addiction or health challenges.

WA needs more social and affordable homes, and help for those on our streets that if we are honest about it, retail doorways and gardens are not equipped to serve.

Thank you to the City of Perth Rangers for your care and support for our neighbours on Hay and Thomas Street🙏 and to council and city administration who have had multiple resident requests for help to this matter this year and wait on a response and solutions from our Lord Mayor and Council.

Doing nothing is not the answer.

So far this year at Council House, I’ve spoken on a few issues:

Safety: I raised the need to enhance City watch cameras,particularly in West Perth on Hay Street to Outram Street on the Thomas Streets side, suggesting the City of Perth coordinate with Main Roads to lay power cables during Hay Street’s 2-way conversion to avoid future disruptions.

Vacant properties: I supported higher rates on long-term vacant residential properties a concept raised by West Perth resident Amberlea Henriques and I added that commercial land, could also be included as we are all waiting for supermarkets, while big companies land bank and limit opportunities in our neighbourhoods. I also suggested that some vacant properties/land for sale could be acquired by the City for future activation.

Culture & festivals: I backed an Indigenous concert, the Birak festival, advocating for meaningful celebration and in conversations with speakers suggested the potential for Perth City Library as a host venue for classes that teach and preserve the Noongar language.

City representation: I voted against wards, as I believe all councillors should represent all neighbourhoods.

Matilda Bay: The ferry remains a major concern. I hope Council provides support and the State Government pauses to reconsider the location. Residents aren’t opposing a ferry, they simply want to be heard, with fresh consideration given to the Jo Jo’s site.

The first quarter of the year has already passed and as a community advocate, I’ve continued meeting with residents and working alongside, City Administration, Council, Rangers and WA Police, our city is stronger when we work together.

I’m Dave Lee
I’ll see you in the city.

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The city plays such an important role in growing up.

Last night, our daughter’s Year 10 cruise on the Swan River was a great reminder of that, seeing young people all dressed up, out enjoying the city, taking in those beautiful river views.

At the same time, parents and grandparents were out too, sharing dinner and drinks across the city.

A simple but special night that shows how the city brings generations together.

My wife and I work in West Perth only a short drive or a trip on the CAT Bus & a short walk to Elizabeth Quay and a nice reminder of how good it is to visit and enjoy the City of Perth with the family, day and at night time too.