We've all known for a while that the Dullsvile tag no longer applies to Perth. You only have to look around at the number of people making the City home, the number of visitors coming to town for a day/night out and the increasing number of businesses setting up shop in Perth to know we are an international city.
Last week we re-engaged with international urban planning firm Gehl - considered the world's foremost design authority - to take the City's pulse and guide us in our future planning.
CEO Henriette Vamberg visited Perth, and she and her team will provide us with updates and an international planning perspective throughout 2025.
Ms Vamberg told us she loved the City's newfound vibrancy and was pleasantly surprised to see so many families in the City on Sunday afternoon and Sunday night when she visited.
It has been heartwarming to see so many families out in force enjoying everything the City has to offer.
Our multi award winning Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail runs right through until January 1 and this year we have packed all of your favourite installations into a shorter route - The Merry Mile.
Don't forget to make Council House the last stop on the trail, with Father Christmas in attendance every night from 6-8.30pm right up until Christmas Eve - when he then sets off for his busiest night of the year.
...what I’m calling the Star of Perth.
It used to sit on top of the Bell Tower at Christmas, but was stored away some years ago because erecting it became too difficult with the progress of Elizabeth Quay.
Our team have dusted it off, repurposed it and added a dazzling light display and it now shines brightly near the main entrance to Kings Park.
Thanks to the tens of thousands of people who have already ventured down to Elizabeth Quay this summer to view the stunning fireworks display.
Coupled with the family fun fair and food trucks, Elizabeth Quay has really been brought to life this summer.
There are still plenty of opportunities left this summer.
You can download the event map here
All of your Perth New Year's Eve entertainment options are available here
And Sunday 26 January – Hancock Prospecting Australia Day Celebrations, Langley Park Foreshore at 8pm.
Carols in the City is back this Saturday at the Supreme Court Gardens at 6.30pm.
And the following two nights - Sunday 22 December and Monday 23 December - the beloved Christmas Nativity is on in Forrest Place from 6pm.
A cherished family tradition woven into the fabric of Perth for over 25 years, this concert invites everyone to join in singing along to Christmas favourites. Over two enchanting nights, the traditional story of Christmas will be brought to life on stage, complete with festive carols and captivating performances.
Thank you for your support throughout the year. On behalf of my fellow Councillors and all of the team at the City of Perth, I would like to wish a Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.
As always, I value your direct feedback, please feel free to contact me at basil.zempilas@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
See you in the City.
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