Aerial view of the Swan River. Photo: Tourism WA
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is working with local communities and partner local governments to develop a Locality Plan for the stretch of river between Windan Bridge and Guildford.
The Windan-Guildford stretch of the Derbal Yirragan (Swan River) serves as Perth’s major east-west biodiversity corridor and holds deep cultural meaning for Whadjuk Noongar people, while providing treasured recreational opportunities for communities across the City of Bayswater, City of Belmont, City of Swan, City of Vincent and Town of Bassendean.
This important planning document will set the long-term vision for caring for and enjoying the public foreshore areas along the Windan-Guildford Locality, while protecting its unique environmental and cultural values. Your input is important to help create a plan that reflects community values and aspirations for this iconic Perth waterway.
This stretch of the river encompasses some of Perth’s most loved foreshore areas. This planning process recognises that community access and enjoyment is important for wellbeing, whilst being thoughtfully balanced with the environmental and cultural significance of the river system.
The Windan-Guildford Locality Plan will provide policy guidance for implementing the Swan and Canning Rivers Management Act 2006 across this significant stretch of river, working collaboratively with the Cities of Bayswater, Belmont, Swan and Vincent, and the Town of Bassendean.
Get involved
DBCA and our local government partners want to understand how you value and use the Windan-Guildford Locality. We’re seeking community insights about:
- How you currently enjoy the river and foreshores
- What you value most about this area
- Your ideas for improvements and better access
- Concerns or challenges you’ve experienced
- Your vision for the area’s future
Community consultation is now open until 28 November 2025.
Share your vision for the Windan-Guildford Locality area and help shape its future.
Visit our consultation website to learn more and have your say getinvolved.mysocialpinpoint.com/WindanGuildfordLocalityPlan
For project enquiries, contact windan-guildford@dbca.wa.gov.au
