City of Fremantle

15/09/2026

We want to see Freo through your lens!

We are looking for 15 participants to photograph places, things and experiences that help you participate and feel included in Fremantle.

Pick up a disposable camera pack this Saturday at the Disability Access & Inclusion Plan community drop-in session.

Saturday 19 September 2026
1-4pm at Fremantle Library

Only 15 packs available, RSVP via MySay now | https://mysay.fremantle.wa.gov.au/daip-2026-31

15/09/2026

Record year!! Four WA writers shortlisted for the Hungerford Award from the largest submission pool in 35 years.

Find out more:
https://www.fremantle.wa.gov.au/your-city-and-council/news-and-media/record-year-four-writers-shortlisted-for-the-hungerford-award-from-the-largest-submission-pool-in-35-years/

Introducing the 2026 Hungerford Award shortlist! 🎉

Selected from more than 120 entries, these four outstanding manuscripts impressed the judges with their originality, ambition and distinct perspectives.
This year’s shortlist showcases an exciting range of Western Australian writing, spanning verse, essay, narrative non-fiction and literary fiction.

Congratulations to:

Greg Taylor, Wildlife of the Open Eucalyptus Forests

Jessica Kennedy, The Ridicule and Resurrection of Marija Gimbutas

David Harris, Moments in the Dust

Michal Stone, Torch

Meet the shortlisted writers and read the full announcement here: https://buff.ly/FbdDbqc

City of Fremantle Centre for Stories

14/09/2026

Fantastic announcement from the WA Government and Main Roads Western Australia, the new Fremantle Traffic Bridge will open ahead of schedule on Sunday 1 November!

A community celebration will be held to mark the exciting milestone, with attendees able to walk across the bridge before if officially opens to traffic later that evening.

The opening is welcome news for local businesses and residents, with the important connection to Fremantle being restored in time for the busy summer period.

Learn more about the project | https://www.wa.gov.au/government/media-statements/Cook%20Labor%20Government/Joint-media-statement---New-Fremantle-Traffic-Bridge-to-open-on-1-November-20260913

13/09/2026

Looking to make your week a little more Freo?

Here are a few awesome events to add to your list:
Make Shift Festival catch the final workshops and talks of this wonderful creative festival.

Fremantle Chamber Orchestra listen to beautiful classical music at this fundraiser concert, supporting homelessness in Fremantle.

Are you a local business in Freo? You’re invited to attend a special industry update and find out about all the exciting things happening in our city later this year.

View the full week lineup and ticket details | https://www.fremantle.wa.gov.au/arts-and-culture/whats-on/?page=1&pagesize=12

10/09/2026

Look at Henderson Street right outside the Fremantle Markets in 1986! 🖼️

Take note of:
🌳 How big the trees have grown in just forty years!
🧮 The former Fremantle Technical School originally opened in 1912.
🫛 Fremantle Markets on the left, first opened 1897
🍻 Sail and Anchor which opened in 1903

10/09/2026

UPDATE: Due to an overwhelming response, we are fully stocked of blankets and all the cozy comforts for the doggos and do not need any more donations at this point in time. Thank you to the legends who contributed!

Help keep our shelter animals cozy!

Some op shops cannot take stained doonas, but we will! We use them to keep lost animals warm and comfy while they wait to go home.

We gladly accept blankets, towels and old doonas (stained, ripped or old!)

Please call our team on 1300 693 736 to organise a drop-off.

10/09/2026

Do you want to help shape the approach to WA’s 2029 Bicentenary?

The state government has announced a survey, where your feedback will help shape the initiatives and activities of the bicentenary.

This is an opportunity to reflect on Western Australia's complex history, recognise the many people and stories that have shaped our state, and consider the future we want to build together.

You can have your say before 31 October 2026.

📢𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟗 𝐁𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

2029 will mark 200 years since the establishment of the Swan River Colony, a significant milestone in the State’s history but not the beginning of its story.

As the Bicentenary approaches, Western Australians have the opportunity to reflect on our collective history, define what makes our State so unique today and consider the future we aspire to.

Your feedback will help inform an inclusive and respectful statewide program of Bicentenary initiatives leading into, throughout, and beyond 2029.

09/09/2026

Fremantle, do you know what goes in your FOGO bin? It’s easy to remember — just break it down! 🌿

Food Organics + Garden Organics = FOGO

If it grew, it's a GO! 🍏🍂

Compost update: Bagged FOGO compost is currently out of stock at the Fremantle Recycling Centre, but you can purchase bulk FOGO mix directly from Landscape Yard O’Connor.

Need more info? Head to the link below to find out more! https://www.fremantle.wa.gov.au/waste-and-environment/fremantle-recycling-centre/