G'day Dawesville residents and local businesses! Here's your quick catch-up on what went down at the Mandurah City Council's October 2024 meeting. From updates on the new Dawesville waterfront development to proposals for enhancing local parks and green spaces, there’s a lot happening in our backyard. Stay tuned for all the details, and let's keep Dawesville thriving together!

Urban Greening Grant Program: Revitalizing Nature

With a successful grant of $40,000 from the WALGA Urban Greening Program, Dawesville is set to embark on a green transformation. This funding will support the planting of 390 Tubestock Seedlings, enhancing local biodiversity and providing a natural solution to climate change. This initiative not only promises environmental benefits but also aims to improve community health and wellbeing by offering lush, green spaces for residents to enjoy.

Skate and BMX Facilities: Engaging the Youth

Recognizing the need for active recreational spaces, plans are underway to develop skate and BMX facilities in Mandurah North and Dawesville. These facilities are envisioned as vibrant hubs for local youth and families, fostering an active lifestyle and a strong sense of community. The project includes considerations for smaller-scale installations in local parks, ensuring accessibility for all.

Dawesville South Primary School: Shared Use Facility

The proposed shared use senior sporting oval at Dawesville South Primary School is another exciting development. This project, awaiting progression by the Department of Education, aims to serve both educational and recreational purposes, supporting local sports clubs and providing a much-needed community resource.

Southern Estuary Hall: Evaluating Its Future

As the new Dawesville Community Centre nears completion, the future of the Southern Estuary Hall is under review. While it has traditionally served as a venue for community events, the new centre's extensive facilities may lead to rethinking its role, ensuring it continues to meet community needs effectively.

Growth Projections: Dawesville's Expanding Horizon

Dawesville is on the brink of significant growth, with a projected increase of 5,000 residents by 2036. This growth will primarily be driven by new residential developments catering to young families. Areas like Bouvard, Herron, and Clifton are expected to experience the most growth, highlighting the need for enhanced community infrastructure.

Despite the socio-economic challenges faced by the region, these developments aim to build a resilient and connected community. The focus will be on maximizing existing resources, such as the new community centre, and ensuring accessibility to those living further from central Mandurah.

Community Infrastructure: Building for the Future

Infrastructure improvements are at the heart of Dawesville's development plans. The Port Bouvard Recreation and Sporting Club, with its diverse facilities, is set for a lease review. This club plays a crucial role in the community, offering spaces for various sports and events.

The under-construction Dawesville Community Centre is another pivotal project. Designed to accommodate playgroups, art activities, and support services, this facility promises to be a bustling hub of community activity. Partnerships with non-profit organizations and service providers will be explored to maximize its potential.

Educational and Recreational Opportunities

Land has been acquired for a future high school, highlighting a commitment to educational development in Dawesville. The Active Recreation Strategy also identifies opportunities for shared use of space, fostering collaboration between educational institutions and the community.

Plans for the Dawesville Youth Park, focusing on skate and BMX facilities, continue to evolve. Finding the ideal location remains a challenge, but progress in community and foreshore upgrades might offer new possibilities.

Dawesville is on a path of positive change, with initiatives that promise to enhance both its natural and built environments. As these projects unfold, the community can look forward to a future rich in opportunity and growth, grounded in strong local connections and a shared vision for a vibrant community life.