Date: Friday 10 May
Time: 3-5pm
Where: South East Dawesville Foreshore, Cnr Thisbe Dr/Estuary Rd, Dawesville

Community engagement is the lifeline that ensures local developments not only materialize but are also harmoniously integrated with the spirit and actual needs of a neighbourhood. For the residents of Dawesville, this rings particularly true as the picturesque South East Foreshore undergoes upgrades that will shape its use and aesthetics for years to come.

The agenda is twofold: enjoy the amenities that the foreshore is slated to offer and have an active part in the decision-making process by providing feedback on the upcoming stages of the project.

Unveiling the Foreshore's Future

This public space is set to be adorned with new play equipment—custom-made to blend with the coastal environment, picnic areas that beckon families for festivities, access points reimagined for convenience, and luscious native planting that is as striking as it is functional.

Mayor Rhys Williams shares, "Parks aren't just about swings and slides, they are about community—and community is about connection. We see these upgrades as an exciting way to connect with the people and natural beauty of our area. This event is about giving the community a voice in how that happens."

For any local eager to witness, engage with, and influence these transformations, Friday, the 10th of May, is a date to be circled on the calendar. In a span from 3 to 5 pm, the South East Dawesville Foreshore will be bustling with life and ideas.

A Get-together with a Purpose

Imagine enjoying your barbecue by the serene waters, your children revelling in the enchanting play spaces, as you engage in hearty conversations with fellow residents. These conversations, however, aren't just idle chats.

Each exchange is a brick in the wall of the community's input, shaping the foreshore's look and feel. City staff will be all ears, walking you through the blueprints of the next stages, and eagerly accepting any and all thoughts that you, as a community member, bring to the table.

The casual setting isn't only relaxed, but also designed to encourage diverse viewpoints to contribute. A variety of lawn games will pepper the scene, ensuring that every member of the family, from the youngest to the wizened, has something to enjoy.

Local development is a legacy in the making, and your attendance is an entry in the annals of Dawesville's history. It's about having stories to tell your children and grandchildren, pointing to the play structure and sharing, "I had a hand in that."

Accessibility Matters

Acknowledging the diversity of the community, the City of Mandurah has gone the extra mile to ensure the event caters to all. Wheelchair-accessible toilets are on-site, and parking and pathways have been designed for ease of access. The commitment to inclusivity mirrors the dedication to community consultative processes.

The Dawesville Foreshore’s evolution isn’t just any development—it’s a collective of governance and community at its best. It’s a model for how shared spaces can truly be reflections of the shared values of those that inhabit them.

The Mandurah Matters Connection

Mandurah Matters isn't just a digital meeting ground; it's an extension of the very voice you carry with you to the fiesta of shared ideas on the 10th of May. Your presence at the event, your comments on the digital forum, your involvement in the day-to-day, each contribute to the rich narrative that is local development and stewardship. It's a story of a community that cares, a city that listens, and a foreshore that flourishes for those who call it home.