Perth City Deal
The Perth City Deal is a $1.8 billion investment which has changed the face of Perth. Bringing together investment from all tiers of government, the community and the private sector, the economic benefits and opportunities are now being realised.
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Edith Cowan University
The $853 million investment by the Commonwealth Government, State Government and Edith Cowan University to move ECU's law and business schools, and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts into the Perth CBD. More than 10,000 students and staff are anticipated on campus from March 2026.
Please note this image is an artist impression and is subject to change
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CBD Transport Plan
$247 million has been allocated to connect, activate and future proof Perth’s communities through cycling and walking infrastructure upgrades. The centrepiece of this initiative is the new $100m Swan River Causeway Bridge (pictured).
Image credit: Main Roads | Design: ipv Delft international | Indicative image only - subject to change
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Tourism and cultural infrastructure
$182.5 million will be spent on redeveloping the WACA including a community aquatic facility.
The Perth Concert Hall will receive $150 million to turn it into a world-class music venue.$39.5 million will be spent towards the East Perth Power Station to upgrade necessary infrastructure and improve connectivity to the site.
Image credit: WACA
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Technology
$18 million will be invested in the establishment of the Australian Space Automation, AI, and Robotics Control Complex (SpAARC) in Western Australia. SpAARC will consist of three integrated facilities: a secure control centre, a development and test centre, and a training facility for terrestrial and space robotic operations. The Complex will enable start-ups, small businesses, and researchers to control space robotics activities, such as satellite servicing, while generating new jobs and promoting additional investment opportunities.
Photo credit: Guillermo Ferla on Unsplash
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Cultural and community
$4 million to conduct a pre-feasibility study to locate an Aboriginal Cultural Centre in Perth on the traditional lands of the Wadjuk Noongar people.
A further $10 million towards a WA Indigenous Business and Employment Hub known as the Waalitj Foundation.
$75 million to provide facilities, safety improvements and services for homeless people in the city.