Perth South West

Perth South West Metropolitan Alliance recently hosted an emergency preparedness and response planning session for biodiversity and natural resources of the Perth region with Perth NRM In the event of an emergency, biodiversity has more of a chance if we are prepared and can respond appropriately. https://lnkd.in/g_DNic7c #climatechange #adaptation #emergency

The results of an independent transport study commissioned by the City of Rockingham show that the road network in the Cape Peron area is already at capacity during peak times, and traffic will increase over the next few years until it can no longer function effectively. The City is advocating for state and federal investment in the local road network, and for the broader traffic implications of the AUKUS defence project to be considered. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gY9XVdpa

With all the works happening at HMAS Stirling - what do you think will affect or impact the environment? Penguins, seagrass, dredging, noise, marine life and more? All these are open for comment. Along with the survey, there is quite a lot of informative documentation matching these topics and more. Open for comment until the 25th November - Have your say. #westerntradecoast #defenceindustry #aukus

Have Your Say on SRF-W Priority Works at HMAS Stirling The Department of Defence has submitted a referral under the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) for the Submarine Rotational Force – West (SRF-W) Priority Works Project at HMAS Stirling. This covers the maritime infrastructure and Controlled Industrial Facility upgrades, which are now set to be considered collectively. The Public Comment Period Now Open You can review project documents, details of the environmental referral, and provide your feedback directly on the EPBC Act Public Portal until 25 November 2024. EPBC Reference No. 2024/10031 Portal Link Below

Have Your Say on SRF-W Priority Works at HMAS Stirling The Department of Defence has submitted a referral under the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) for the Submarine Rotational Force – West (SRF-W) Priority Works Project at HMAS Stirling. This covers the maritime infrastructure and Controlled Industrial Facility upgrades, which are now set to be considered collectively. The Public Comment Period Now Open You can review project documents, details of the environmental referral, and provide your feedback directly on the EPBC Act Public Portal until 25 November 2024. EPBC Reference No. 2024/10031 Portal Link Below

There are amazing opportunities for people in this region, but we need to ensure that local businesses and the community are brought along on this journey. Key to the success of these investments will be close and ongoing local engagement and we look forward to seeing how DefenceWest and other government agency partners will work to build social licence as these investments take shape.

The WA Defence Industry briefing has reached capacity. Further registrations will be placed on a waitlist. Henderson Consolidation – Industry Briefing Defence West is facilitating a Western Australian defence industry briefing to discuss the consolidation of industry at the Australian Marine Complex and the establishment of a dedicated Defence Precinct. Details: 🗓️ Thursday 24 October 2024 ⏰ Registration: 11.30am - 12.00pm ⏰ Industry Briefing: 12.00pm - 2.00pm The event will feature speakers from the Defence Australia, Australian Submarine Agency and the Western Australian Government’s Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation ✏️ Registration online to attend: https://bit.ly/3NtHQVG The event will be MC’d by the Western Australian Defence Advocate Rear Admiral Philip Spedding. DSC, AM.   We hope to see you all there, to hear details about the most transformative defence investment in Western Australian history.   #DefenceWest #RAN #SSN #navalreactors

Yesterday, Perth South West was fortunate to have the opportunity to bring together the Mayors and CEOs from the region with Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles to discuss the critical infrastructure needs tied to AUKUS. With the announcement that morning of the planned defence precinct in Henderson, it was the perfect time to discuss how important it is for our region to be prosperous and liveable in order to ensure AUKUS’ success. We covered a broad range of topics including road upgrades, service infrastructure, improved communications, housing plans, and community engagement. The Deputy PM was very receptive to the issues raised, and we look forward to an ongoing dialogue as we work towards solutions that support our region’s growth and future opportunities. #AUKUS #defence #westerntradecoast

Jobs, infrastructure, investment and growth for Cockburn residents and businesses. These are the benefits that excite the City of Cockburn as we welcome the Federal Government’s historic establishment of a Commonwealth-owned Defence Precinct at Henderson. This much-needed development will allow the Henderson shipbuilding precinct to reach its potential as WA prepares to meet the demands of the AUKUS submarine pathway. It will begin with an initial three-year $127m federally-funded planning phase to establish infrastructure including common user facilities to support shipbuilding and sustainment industries in the area. Here’s why it’s good for Cockburn: - Sustainment and maintenance of defence and navy projects at Henderson will create about 3,000 jobs✔️ - Thousands more jobs will support the precinct’s construction and related expansion at HMAS Stirling worth tens of billions of dollars over the next two decades✔️ - It will further increase local businesses involved in the defence supply chain✔️ - Increased export opportunities for local businesses✔️ - A flow-on effect for servicing and maintenance of larger defence and commercial vessels✔️ - Increased opportunities for ancillary businesses like food, accommodation and retail✔️ - Training opportunities in fields such as analytics and robotics, and hopefully a catalyst for expansion of locally-available TAFE courses✔️ - It’s in keeping with Cockburn Council’s 2023 endorsement of a defence and maritime blue economy innovation hub in Henderson✔️ “The multiplier effects will be far-reaching,” Mayor Logan Howlett said. “As a City we are determined to help support our community adjust to the changes ahead as we prepare for the arrival of US submarines in WA in 2027, with their maintenance relying on expertise and facilities not only in Henderson but the wider Cockburn area.” More: https://ow.ly/RjNs50TNfRN #HendersonDefencePrecinct #CityOfCockburn #EconomicDevelopment #BlueEconomy

Front page of today's The West Australian puts it simply, that WA, particularly Perth's South West region, is Australia's home of AUKUS. While there are thousands of jobs to be created through announcements such as this, there is a need for planned infrastructure upgrades over the coming years to ensure that the region can meet Defence's aspirations. #AUKUS #Westport #WesternTradeCoast #FutureofFremantle #ContinuousShipbuilding #Megaprojects