Published on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 at 4:11:31 PM
Building a healthy, connected and resilient community through investment in essential infrastructure, facilities and safety is the focus of the City of Greater Geraldton’s 2026/27 Budget.
Following Council’s adoption tonight, key projects to proceed include the improvement of the Geraldton Foreshore Youth Precinct, construction of new sewerage ponds at Meru Landfill and renewals of a range of sport and recreation facilities.
City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Jerry Clune said the Budget delivers tangible outcomes that will benefit the community now and into the future.
“Community health and wellbeing are at the heart of this Budget as we work to improve liveability across our community while ensuring our infrastructure remains safe, functional and fit for the future,” he said.
“I am particularly pleased to see upgrades to facilities at Eadon Clarke Oval, Geraldton Aquarena, Mullewa Youth Centre and Queens Park Theatre as well as event funding and investment in a range of environmental initiatives.”
Strengthening transport connectivity and asset renewals remains a key priority, with a significant investment in roads.
“A total of $24.7 million has been allocated to road, drainage and culvert renewals, including the completion of the Flores and Eastward Roads roundabout and upgrades to the Hermitage Street and Cathedral Avenue intersection,” Mayor Clune added.
“These upgrades, along with numerous other improvements to our roads will improve safety, traffic flow and longevity of our transport network.”
On average, GRV Residential Properties will pay around $100 extra per year, and all properties on minimums will pay an additional $60 per year.
“Compared with other regional centres, we have recorded the lowest rates increase over the past six years,” Mayor Clune said.
“Many local governments continue to experience pressure from global price shocks, supply chain disruptions, elevated inflation and wage growth, all of which contribute to ongoing cost escalation.
“While we continue to face significant increases in goods and services costs across our operations, we remain committed to supporting local contractors and making strong financial decisions that align with our Long Term Financial Plan.”
The City of Greater Geraldton’s 2026/27 Budget includes the following projects:
- Roads, drainage & culvert renewals $24.7M
- Renewal of sport and recreation infrastructure including the Foreshore Youth Precinct*, and Maitland Park Green Connect Hub $9.42M
- Construction of new sewerage ponds at Meru Landfill to expand the range of liquid waste categories accepted $6M
- Building works including Eadon Clarke Changerooms*, Aquarena Changing Places Facility*, Mullewa Youth Centre, Mullewa Shed and lighting renewals at Queens Park Theatre *$2.53M
- Airport renewals, security and safety upgrades $1.64M
- Lighting renewals in car parks, sporting facilities and the CBD $1.21M
- Footpath renewals to support community safety, wellbeing and connectivity $1.91M
- Community Funding Programs – continuing support of community events and groups $572K
- Investment in coastal and natural environment initiatives including Eadon Clarke Water Harvesting, Chapman River Regional Park Loop Trail renewal and recycled water usage infrastructure at Alexander Park $550K
- Preserving and commemorating our heritage with renovation of the Lighthouse Keepers Cottage* and 85th commemoration of HMAS Sydney II $300K
- CCTV network renewals to improve community safety $250K
*Supported by grant funding
These projects align with the Connected, Liveable, Thriving and Leading themes in the Strategic Community Plan 2025 – 2035 Your Voice – Our Future.
For more information regarding the City’s 2026/27 Budget head to the City’s website.
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