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Welcome to the online business hub for the City of Perth.

This section of the site provides information for new and existing businesses, investors, entrepreneurs and developers wishing to operate in the City of Perth.

The City of Perth encompasses the CBD, East Perth, West Perth and Northbridge, providing a wide range of experiences and opportunities for your business.

Most of Western Australia's significant civic, resources and financial sectors are headquartered or directed from within the CBD, in addition to the rapidly developing clusters of highly specialised service industries in areas such as software development, environmental management, civic and environmental engineering.

There are endless retail opportunities in the City of Perth, backed by a highly visible marketing program which highlights the City as the State's premier destination for unique shopping experiences -- from cutting edge local fashion and design to world-renowned labels such as Gucci, Hugo Boss and Tiffany's, the City of Perth is 'Where Everything Comes Together'.

The City provides a range of services and support for businesses which choose to operate in Perth, with economic development and marketing initiatives in addition to the latest demographic information to assist businesses in planning for the future.

Many of the services, applications information and forms needed for doing business with the City of Perth can be accessed using the left hand navigation bar.

Visit regularly to stay informed of the latest news and opportunities available in the City of Perth.

 

Business News

Horseshoe Bridge upgrade - traffic information for commuters and road users 23rd Nov 2009

The Horseshoe Bridge on William Street is set for a major upgrade and will be closed to all pedestrians and traffic between December 2009 and April 2010. Commuters and road users are being advised to use alternative routes.

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Business grants recognise innovation 12th Nov 2009

Four innovative small business projects that will help to stimulate diverse inner city commerce and reward entrepreneurial activities have received funding grants from the City of Perth.

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Mayor of Kagoshima visits Perth to celebrate Sister City anniversary 5th Nov 2009

The City of Perth's oldest Sister City relationship will be celebrated next week when the Mayor of the Japanese city of Kagoshima arrives in Perth for a five day visit.

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Northbridge Piazza's colourful opening 30th Oct 2009

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Northbridge's new landmark and activity hub, the Northbridge Piazza, is now up and running.

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Lord Mayor comments on federal infrastructure guidelines 28th Oct 2009

COMMENT BY LORD MAYOR LISA SCAFFIDI on PRIME MINISTER'S ADDRESS TO BUSINESS COUNCIL OF AUSTRALIA - BUILDING A BIG AUSTRALIA

Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi welcomed the continued commitment and interest in the future development of Australia's major cities, including Perth, expressed by the Prime Minister in his speech to the Business Council of Australia.

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Other Relevant Information

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Link to City of Perth Community Profile
View demographic information about the City of Perth
Link to Community Atlas
Population Forecast
Matched Funding Grants Information Kit
Small Business Grants Information Kit
Small Business Grants Application Kit
'Forgotten Spaces' Laneways Strategy document
Laneways Strategy
2009 Survey of City of Perth Residents
Winter 2008 City Vitality - Issue 15
Latest City News publication
Latest Merchant Matters publication

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