Update

The City received a petition in relation to the proposal for Leake/Alma Street Reserve and this was discussed at the May Council meeting.

At this meeting, Council noted the comments received and requested that eco-zoning be implemented in-line with the revised plan. Reports and minutes of Council meetings are available here.

For any further updates, please visit the website.

Background

In February 2011, Vincent began its eco-zoning program. Eco-zoning is the conversion of under used turf areas into waterwise native gardens.

As well as reducing the pressure on groundwater use, it increases habitat and biodiversity through careful species selection. The selected species include local and Australian natives that are adapted to our local conditions and require minimal water, fertiliser, soil amendments and maintenance.

Increasing the areas of native plantings increases habitat and food sources for our local fauna species. Supporting and caring for our local systems leads to healthy and thriving eco-systems.

Project Details

There are three new eco-zoning projects scheduled for May/June 2025:

Venables Park, Leederville

Work includes the turf area shown being converted into native gardens.

Intersection of Bulwer and Brisbane streets (the 'nib'), Highgate

Works include a gravel path to allow pedestrians to walk through, and converting turf into native garden beds.

Leake and Alma Reserve, North Perth

Works include selected turf areas being converted into native garden area.

All existing play features are to be retained with some natural play elements, such as logs to be incorporated into the design. A new picnic bench will also be installed to improve functionality of the space.

In the lower section, the eco-zoned garden areas will join up existing mulched area around the trees. This will not only be beneficial for the existing trees but also create a natural buffer with the road frontage, whilst retaining grassed area for activities. Seating will also be included into this area.

As part of this project, the southernmost section of the park, not shown on the map below, will also be re-mulched and additional plants added to enhance this previously eco-zoned area.

These works will not only increase biodiversity and habitat but also save water thereby futureproofing water for turf irrigation in this park.

For all three projects, newly created garden areas will be mulched and planted with a range of suitable hardy natives.

Work is scheduled for late May/June 2025.

Once completed, these projects will create more appealing and waterwise areas. They will also eliminate the need for irrigation and instead be watered with a water truck when necessary.

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