The City of Armadale has been recognised on the national stage after winning the National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA) Award for Excellence for its Advocacy Priorities Strategy.
The award celebrates the City’s approach to securing transformational investment for one of Australia’s fastest-growing communities. Adopted by Council in 2022, the Strategy has delivered over $30 million in State, Federal and philanthropic funding, building on the City’s own investment into priority projects.
Four of the six priority projects have now attracted funding or been delivered, including:
· Armadale Central Park – a vibrant new inner-city park at the heart of the Armadale City Centre
A new central public space created alongside the Metronet rail redevelopment, transforming under-utilised land into a major community asset. Designed to stimulate City Centre renewal and support local businesses.
· Armadale University Study Hub – local tertiary education access for students
Provides local study facilities so residents don’t need to travel long distances for access to study support.
· Armadale Champion Centre programs – Aboriginal early childhood and family programs
Expanded, culturally-led programs supporting Aboriginal families, early childhood development and community wellbeing.
· Armadale Regional Recreation Reserve – a regional netball and basketball complex
A major new indoor and outdoor sports facility delivering high-quality courts for a rapidly growing population.
Business cases have been completed for a Health & Medical Precinct, and planning is underway for the Hilbert Community Centre and Library.
Mayor Ruth Butterfield said the award was a proud moment for the Council, the City and its community.
“This award recognises the hard work and commitment of our team and partners to ensure that the City of Armadale receives the infrastructure and services it needs. Our Advocacy Strategy is not just about lobbying, it’s about creating a structured, collaborative approach to translating vision into investment,” Mayor Butterfield said.
Mayor Butterfield said the recognition strengthens the Council’s focus on achieving long-term outcomes.
“In just two years, the strategy has helped secure funding for projects that will shape our City for decades, from vibrant public spaces to education and recreation facilities. Our community deserves access to the same opportunities as the rest of metropolitan Perth, and this award shows that our approach is working,” she said.
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