Published on Thursday, 5 December 2024 at 8:20:19 AM
Shire of Mundaring has secured $15 million from the Federal Government’s Thriving Suburbs Grant Program, paving the way for the transformational Town Centre Revitalisation Project. This once-in-a-generation initiative will create the Mundaring Cultural Hub — a catalyst for diverse housing options and economic growth in the Perth Hills.
Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, and Local Government Minister Catherine King underscored the importance of federal investment in local communities.
“Councils and local organisations have struggled to maintain and upgrade essential local assets after being deprived of a competitive urban community infrastructure program under the former Government.
“We established Thriving Suburbs to fix this problem – to support local organisations with the funding they need to build better cities and more liveable suburbs.
“Whether sports clubs, urban precincts or community hubs, community facilities are the backbone of connected societies – and they’re becoming increasingly important.
“This important investment will make a real difference for thousands of Western Australians by supporting community infrastructure that brings people together and increases local amenity.”
By consolidating outdated community services into a modern, multi-purpose cultural hub, the project will deliver a dynamic centrepiece featuring an art gallery, contemporary library, visitor centre, local history museum, wellness clinic, and versatile community spaces. These facilities will connect seamlessly with key attractions such as Sculpture Park and local walking trails, enhancing Mundaring’s appeal as a cultural and recreational destination.
Shire President Paige McNeil celebrated the announcement, highlighting the profound benefits the project will deliver to the community.
“This is a landmark moment for the Shire of Mundaring and a huge step forward for our community. The heart of Mundaring will become an arts, culture and community showpiece, promoting economic growth and increased tourism. This funding brings us closer to realising our vision of a vibrant, sustainable future for Mundaring,” she said.
The project will stimulate investment in housing diversity to meet demand for retirement living, aged care, and independent housing, conveniently located near retail, healthcare, and vibrant public spaces just 35 kilometres from Perth CBD. Surrounding land will be available for mixed-use development once current services are consolidated into the new Mundaring Cultural Hub.
Economic modelling conducted by the Shire estimates the project will increase Gross Regional Product by $68 million, generate $112 million in direct output, and create up to 61 direct jobs during construction, with an additional 87 indirect jobs contributing $37 million in wages.
With construction targeted to commence in 2026, the Shire of Mundaring extends its gratitude to the Federal Government for recognising the transformative potential of this project and providing the critical funding needed to make it a reality.
Read the Federal Government's media release here: Funding to support Western Australian suburbs to thrive | Ministers for the Department of Infrastructure
Further information about this project can be found on the Shire's Engagement platform: Shire of Mundaring | Mundaring Town Centre Revitalisation
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