The Albanese Government is investing $6.5 million to help connect local communities in Western Australia and build their economies as part of the urban Precincts and Partnerships Program (uPPP).

The City of Armadale will receive $5 million for the construction of a new public space, ‘Central Park’, next to the new Armadale train station.

The project will create a vibrant and inclusive community area with spaces for events and integrated pedestrian and cycle links.

The City of Canning will receive $1.5 million for the Canning Rail to River Precinct.

This project is part of the City Centre Regeneration Program and includes planning for works around Coker Park and Wharf Street. This will deliver a gateway linking the Canning River with public transport.

The urban Partnerships and Precinct Program (uPPP) will see over $150 million invested nationally helping deliver transformative investment in urban precincts to help grow local economies and communities.

This program is another demonstration of the Albanese Government’s commitment to local communities. They will be delivered by the City of Armadale and the City of Canning.

For more information on the program visit infrastructure.gov.au/urban.

Quotes attributable to Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King:

“Our cities and suburbs are growing. These projects show how governments, businesses and communities can work together to create spaces that can meet the growing demands of a community and appeal to tourists and locals alike.

“I look forward to these two projects getting underway and making Canning and Armadale even greater places to live and work.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Burt Matt Keogh:

“The Albanese Labor Government is supporting our growing outer suburbs with a $5 million investment in the Armadale Town Centre.

“This 'Central Park' project will make our Armadale town centre more vibrant, accessible and welcoming for local families, and safer for everyone using the new Armadale train and bus station.

“The Armadale 'Central Park' project will create play areas, community activity space and increase public green space, enhancing youth engagement, and helping to build a sense of belonging for our local community and visitors alike."

Quotes attributable to Member for Swan Zaneta Mascarenhas:

“From the train to the river - this project will connect locals and bring new energy to Canning. With three great local schools, the Cannington Leisureplex, and new METRONET stations nearby, the plans - supported by a $1.5 million grant from the Albanese Labor Government - will create even more opportunities for visitors and locals to enjoy everything our community has to offer.

"The Canning Rail to River precinct shows what’s possible when councils, communities and the Commonwealth work together. It is about creating vibrant, connected spaces that reflect the needs of locals."