Projects in the City of Bunbury

The City of Bunbury, in partnership with Department of Transport, is carrying out upgrades to critical coastal protection infrastructure at Koombana Bay and the Leschenault Inlet.

The Hay Park Netball Court refurbishments will see the existing courts replaced with new courts, and upgrades to drainage, lighting and fencing.

The City of Bunbury is developing a new precinct design for Bunbury’s Bicentennial Square – an iconic and cherished city centre precinct with great potential.

City of Bunbury is continuing work to beautify its CBD streets as part of the City Centre Action Plan. A new-look Prinsep Street has been supported by local businesses and retailers in the area with upgrades set to include improved alfresco areas and seating, lighting, a designated pedestrian crossing and new street trees and landscaping.

City of Bunbury will be redeveloping the popular Frank Buswell Foreshore. This significant project will include upgrading the seawall, drainage works, upgrading the footpath to a shared path and revitilisation of the open space and playground.

Forrest Park Pavilion to be replaced with modern, unisex changing facilities and an upgraded power supply. The current facility is in poor repair and reaching the end of life, no longer providing for modern sports.

City of Bunbury is continuing community and stakeholder engagement regarding an ocean pool at Wyalup Rocky Point. It follows Bunbury City Council in June endorsing a business case and concept plan for the widely discussed project. An ocean pool is not a new concept for Bunbury with many new ideas floating around in recent years, and a notable history of leisure and recreation at the proposed location.

The Withers and wider Bunbury community have, for many years, expressed a strong desire for improved housing, facilities and investment in the suburb.