Vision and strategy
Under the City of Perth Act 2016 (Section 8) and the Local Government Act 1995 (Section 1.3), the City of Perth is responsible for “…providing for the good government of persons in the City of Perth, including residents, ratepayers [residential and business properties], and visitors”. This responsibility guides all planning and action undertaken by the City.
Our strategic pillars
All of the City’s work is shaped by three core strategic pillars:
These pillars form the foundation of our highest-level strategic document—the Strategic Community Plan 2022–2032—which serves as a long-term roadmap guiding the City’s priorities, investment, and decision-making. They are also embedded across all subsidiary plans, including the Corporate Business Plan, ensuring alignment and consistency in how we plan and deliver for Perth’s future.
You can explore our full suite of strategies and plans here.
These documents provide transparency around our goals and outline how the City delivers on its responsibilities—whether as a service provider, partner, regulator, advocate, or facilitator.
Renewing our Strategic Community Plan
From July 2025 to June 2026, the City is undertaking a major review and renewal of its Strategic Community Plan. This review, required every four years, ensures the plan remains relevant, responsive, and aligned with the evolving needs and aspirations of our community.
The renewed plan is entitled Perth Capital City Plan: Towards 2036 and Beyond and will shape how we grow, connect, and thrive as a globally connected, inclusive, and future-focused capital city.
Draft Perth Capital City Plan – Open For Feedback
The Draft Perth Capital City Plan – Towards 2036 and Beyond is open for feedback. This Plan sets out the vision and future direction for the City of Perth in positioning Perth as Australia’s most thriving, connected, and liveable capital city. The Plan provides a high level framework that will guide the City’s operational planning and future actions across all services and functions.
We greatly appreciate the contributions made by stakeholders and community members during the engagement process in late 2025, which have helped shape this draft.
The following is available for viewing at: Perth Capital City Plan | Engage Perth
- The Draft Plan (please review prior to providing feedback)
- Findings of the extensive community engagement undertaken to inform the plan
- Details of opportunities to provide feedback on the Draft Plan (survey and workshop)
You can provide feedback by:
- Completing the online survey available at Perth Capital City Plan | Engage Perth (closes 15 March)
- Registering to attend one of the following workshops at Perth Capital City Plan | Engage Perth
- Workshop 1 – Saturday 7 March 2026
City of Perth Library Auditorium
573 Hay Street, Perth
1pm – 3pm (Registration from 12:45pm)
- Workshop 2 – Tuesday 10 March 2026
Langley Park Pavilion,
Terrace Road, East Perth
6:15pm – 8:15pm (Registration from 6pm)
Your input is highly valued and will play a critical role in shaping the final Plan. Together, we can ensure Perth continues to grow as a thriving, connected and sustainable city.
If you have any queries, please direct them to Scott Johnston (Stakeholder and Community Engagement Officer) on 08 9461 1478 or [email protected]
Inter-Government relationship planning
A key objective of the City of Perth Act 2016 is to foster strong inter-governmental relationships across regional, State, national, and international levels. These partnerships are vital to developing and delivering strategies that drive the ongoing improvement and success of the City.
The City’s collaborative approach is guided by the framework Priorities for Perth: Partnering to Shape Tomorrow's City which is regularly reviewed to ensure it remains aligned with evolving collective needs, priorities, and aspirations.