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Media Release
September 2009

Local Government reform to address fragmented system

The Committee for Perth has thrown its strong support behind the reform of local government in Western Australia.

The Committee for Perth has thrown its strong support behind the reform of local government in Western Australia. CEO Marion Fulker said she believes that the city would reap big benefits from the creation of a formal structure to enhance …
Local Government
Media Release
June 2009

Committee for Perth welcomes Premier's vision for Perth

Committee for Perth CEO Marion Fulker welcomed the Premier’s vision announced today, saying at last Perth would have the amenities of a world-class city.

Committee for Perth CEO Marion Fulker welcomed the Premier’s vision announced today, saying at last Perth would have the amenities of a world-class city. “Connecting the city to the river has long been identified as critical to Perth in fu…
Cultural Vibrancy
Media Release
December 2008

FACTBase Launched

The University of Western Australia (UWA) and the Committee for Perth have teamed up to appoint two international experts to lead a project benchmarking the liveability of Perth and its global connectedness.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) and the Committee for Perth have teamed up to appoint two international experts to lead a project benchmarking the liveability of Perth and its global connectedness. The researchers, from the UK a…
Perth @ 3.5 Million People
Media Release
August 2008

New cultural compact delivers Perth vision for arts and culture

The Western Australian business sector and the State’s philanthropic community will be asked to sign up to a 10-year challenge to establish and maintain Perth as a key international cultural centre, with a unique focus on Australian Indigenous culture.
Cultural Vibrancy
Media Release
August 2008

Commonwealth Games Bid

The Committee for Perth supports the Premier’s announcement to conduct a study into the feasibility of Perth submitting a bid to host the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

The Committee for Perth supports the Premier’s announcement to conduct a study into the feasibility of Perth submitting a bid to host the 2018 Commonwealth Games. The Committee believes that Western Australia and its people will be able to…
Cultural Vibrancy
Media Release
May 2008

New Directors

The Committee for Perth has announced the appointment of two new members to the Board of Directors.

The Committee for Perth has announced the appointment of two new members to the Board of Directors. John Langoulant, Chief Executive of Australian Capital Equity and Jeff Dowling, Managing Partner of the Ernst & Young Western Region, w…
Committee for Perth
Media Release
May 2008

Office Opening

The Committee for Perth will officially throw open the doors to its brand new office this Thursday, 1st May.

The Committee for Perth will officially throw open the doors to its brand new office this Thursday, 1st May. Acting Premier Eric Ripper will conduct the official ceremony for members and guests, welcoming them to the new premises and annou…
Committee for Perth
Media Release
February 2008

Support for new Perth projects

This Media Release highlights the Committee’s support for two projects announced by the Premier today, the development of Kitchener Park and the relocation of the WA Museum.

The announcement by the Premier today of 2 major projects for Perth is supported by the Committee for Perth. ‘We congratulate the government for taking a long term view of the city and add our support for the two major projects announced to…
Transformational Projects
Media Release
June 2014

The unhealthy cost of commuting

Commuting times in Perth are getting longer and it’s not just hitting your hip pocket but also your health. A report released by the Committee for Perth found that, internationally, long travel times are linked to long-term serious health and social problems including premature death, obesity, heart disease, increased blood pressure, cancer, Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, mental health issues, sleep apnoea and higher divorce rates.

Commuting times in Perth are getting longer and it’s not just hitting your hip pocket but also your health. A report released by the Committee for Perth found that, internationally, long travel times are linked to long­term serious health and soci…
Cost of Living
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Acknowledgement of Country

The Committee For Perth acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.