What made the news in Cockburn – 27 February-6 March 2026

Friday 6 March
Coogee Live returns this weekend, bringing a reimagined two-day celebration of arts, music, food and family fun to the coast on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March.
With new spaces, immersive experiences and a relaxed beachside vibe, the free festival blends world-class performers, DJs, artisans and activities for all ages.

A 30-year masterplan for the Henderson Waste Recovery Park, where the City's public waste drop off service is located, will be voted on at the City of Cockburn's March Ordinary Council Meeting.
Read the full agenda here.

The City is seeking community feedback on a trial program designed to help protect the historic Omeo Shipwreck.
From 1 December 2025 to 20 April 2026, trained volunteers at Coogee Beach will use megaphones to encourage responsible snorkelling.

Thursday 5 March:
From teenage Paralympic prodigy to multiple gold medallist and trailblazing leader, Cockburn local Madison de Rozario has turned adversity into dominance on the world stage, with her defining triumph at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics cementing her legacy.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is investigating a near collision in Perth after a Cessna departing Jandakot Airport narrowly avoided a safety car during a runway incursion.

Wednesday 4 March:
The new Beale Park changerooms have reached lock-up, marking a key milestone in the construction of the multipurpose sport and community facility.
With essential services now installed, work is moving into the internal fit-out stage ahead of the building’s expected completion in May.

Monday 2 March:
Perth’s property market continues to surge, with home values jumping 2.3 per cent in February as limited housing supply fuels strong buyer demand.
The trend is reflected in Cockburn, with units in Cockburn Central among the fastest selling in the Perth-metro region and houses in Lake Coogee changing hands in just five days.

Australia’s newest patrol boat has been delivered at the Henderson shipyard, marking the completion of a major naval construction program.
The vessel, built by Austal at Henderson, is the 10th and final Evolved Cape Class patrol boat for the Royal Australian Navy.

Friday 27 Feburary:
All regular beach carparks that surround the Coogee Beach Reserve will be closed from 5pm, Wednesday 4 March to 9am, Tuesday 10 March for the Coogee Live festival.
Parking around Coogee Beach and North Coogee is free but limited, so planning ahead is recommended.