Budget

The City of Perth Council adopted the City’s budget for 2025-26 at the Special Council Meeting on 15 July, 2025. This year’s $313 million Budget gives the green light to grow our City, to secure a bright future for Perth.

Key highlights of the 2025/26 Budget include:

• $3.5 million in public realm upgrades across the city, including the revitalisation of James Street, Russell Square, and Claisebrook Cove, along with broader planning for public open space.
• $5.8 million for sustainable event infrastructure, including a permanent event stage at Supreme Court Gardens and improvements to Perth Town Hall.
• $1.8 million toward smart city technologies and climate resilience.
• $40+ million to renew key public infrastructure.

The City is also planning for the future through the Towards 2036 initiative, led by global urban design firm Gehl, with a $845,000 investment in considering our urban design, community infrastructure and transport needs in 2036 and beyond.

The Budget also makes targeted investments in day-to-day improvements:

• $12 million to improve roads, footpaths, and public amenity.
• $40 million+ for clean and green streets and parks, including $800,000 to protect trees from Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer.
• $5.5 million for community safety initiatives—CCTV, patrols, and lighting upgrades.
• $11 million for inclusive, year-round events.

See the Annual Budget document for the full details.

Download Budget 2025-26