Town of Cottesloe

01/09/2026

Remember, your FOGO bin is for Food Organics, Garden Organics, and certified compostable caddy liners only.

Plastic, paper and any other packaging are a FOGO no-go.

Sorting your waste correctly helps create high-quality compost for our environment. 🌱

To learn more, visit cottesloe.wa.gov.au/services/waste-recycling/fogo-bin.aspx

30/08/2026

Please be aware that the intersection of Marine Parade and Napier Street will be temporarily closed to facilitate construction works on 120-122 Marine Parade, between 7:00am and 12:00pm on Monday the 31st of August.

Detours and traffic management plans will be implemented accordingly. West to West Group appreciate your understanding and apologise for any inconvenience.

28/08/2026

The Town of Cottesloe Council has endorsed the proposed Alchemy Sauna on the roof of North Cottesloe Surf Life Saving Club ski shed.

This recommendation will now be provided to the Western Australian Planning Commission, the determining authority for this development.

The proposal is considered to improve amenity to the public, enhance the character of the surrounding area, and align with the Guiding Principles established for this development. Council's decision follows substantial community consultation where 72% of submitters expressed support for the sauna.

*Images shown are conceptual renders from a 3D digital model.

26/08/2026

🌲 Five Norfolk Island pines will return to Marine Parade following strong community support for their replanting.
A total of 632 people took part in community consultation, with 74% backing the trees' return.
Last night, Cottesloe councilors unanimously voted to permanently replant five of the seven trees removed earlier this month.
Mayor Melissa Harkins said it was encouraging to see strong community interest in the future of the foreshore and broad support for increasing tree canopy across the community.

24/08/2026

Council Meetings are an opportunity for the community to stay informed and involved on plans affecting the Town of Cottesloe.

As always, members of the public are encouraged to contribute to Public Question Time or Public Statement Time during the meeting at 6:00pm tomorrow evening (Tuesday 25 August) at the Council Chambers, 109 Broome St.

You can view the full Agenda for the upcoming meeting here: cottesloe.wa.gov.au/council-meetings/ordinary-council-meeting/25-august-2026-ordinary-council-meeting/378

If you would like to address the Council, please complete the form located under 'Public Participation' on this webpage: cottesloe.wa.gov.au/council-meetings/

21/08/2026

Puppy Amber is now Cottesloe-official!
Her owner Nola brought her into the Town's office this week to complete her registration.
Our customer service officer Luca was happy to help another canine Cottesloe resident get out and about.
"Cottesloe is such a great place to have a dog, there are so many beautiful areas to walk," Nola said.
Our customer service team is ready to help you register your dog Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 4.30pm.
Start the process online www.cottesloe.wa.gov.au/residents/rangers-and-community-safety/cat-and-dog-registration.aspx

13/08/2026

The Town has planted over 100 trees across Cottesloe to increase urban canopy cover as part of our Street Tree Master Plan. 🌲🌳

We appreciate how passionate residents are about our beautiful streetscapes, as the Town engages in
community consultation regarding the pine trees on Marine Parade.

Residents are invited to share their input before the 19th of August by completing this feedback form: cottesloe.engagementhub.com.au/marine-tree-planting

11/08/2026

What do you do if you think a bird's got the flu?
It's important to know the correct procedure to follow if you find a sick bird in Cottesloe.
❌Don't touch the bird and keep your pets away from it.
🤳Record what you see and the surroundings - use your phone to do this if you have it with you.
☎️Phone 1800 675 888 and report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline.

H5 avian influenza (bird flu) has been confirmed in a migratory seabird found on an isolated beach in southern Western Australia. This is the first detection of H5 bird flu in Australia.

There have been no detections in poultry or additional native species.

Australia is well prepared to respond to H5 bird flu.

You can help. If you find multiple sick or dead birds or other animals do not touch them.

- Avoid – contact.
- Record – what you see.
- Report – to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

For more information visit https://srkr.io/6187BGjW.

10/08/2026

The Western Australian Government has recently updated guidelines on Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) bins. 🍎🌿

Please be aware that pet poo, pizza boxes, tea bags and paper towels are no longer accepted in FOGO bins and should be disposed of in your red-top general waste bin instead.

FOGO bins are for organic waste such as fruit, vegetable and meat scraps, and other unpackaged food waste. Loose leaf tea leaves and coffee grounds can still be placed in FOGO bins.

For more information, visit wasteauthority.wa.gov.au/about/view/towards-cleaner-compost