The South East Corridor Councils Alliance (SECCA) has congratulated Premier Roger Cook and the WA Labor Government on their re-election, while urging stronger collaboration to deliver key outcomes for communities in Perth’s South East.
Representing the Cities of Armadale, Canning, Gosnells, and the Town of Victoria Park, SECCA says the region is ready to work with the new government on shared goals around urban greening, community infrastructure, and energy transition.
The mayors say the area has the potential to become one of the most sustainable urban corridors in Western Australia, but only if all levels of government pull together.
Urban greening remains a top priority. SECCA is calling on the State to regulate tree retention and to partner on expanding plant stock and turning unused government land into green space. This would support the government’s $16.9 million commitment to plant one million trees by 2035 and meet the 30 percent canopy goal by 2040.
Community infrastructure is another area where SECCA wants urgent action. While the alliance welcomed the State’s $186 million funding for sporting facilities, they say it falls short for the South East corridor.
Despite being home to 20 percent of Perth’s population, with many young families and a forecasted 33 percent growth over the next two decades, vital local projects remain unfunded. SECCA says new and upgraded sport and recreation facilities are essential to meet future demand.
They are ready to work with the State to help shape the next version of the State Sporting Infrastructure Plan to reflect the region’s needs.
Energy transition is the third key issue. Nearly half of homes in the SECCA region already use solar power. Now, the group is asking the government to help create a roadmap that supports local businesses in embracing clean energy.
SECCA says this would strengthen the impact of the government’s $387 million Home Battery Scheme and $60 million clean energy investment.
The alliance reaffirmed its commitment to working with both public and private partners to ensure the region grows in a way that is sustainable, fair, and forward-looking.
