Coodanup Foreshore upgrades

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Major upgrades are being carried out to transform the Coodanup Foreshore into a more vibrant and better-connected space for Mandurah locals and visitors.

Guided by the City of Mandurah’s Coodanup Foreshore Master Plan, the significant upgrades have been split into five stages with a key focus on improving amenities and protecting the area’s natural environment.

Initial design planning for the project began in 2020, following a series of community consultations where locals provided feedback that helped shape the design of the upgrades.

Construction for Stage 1 began in 2023, with further community consultation periods held throughout the project for residents

Major upgrades are being carried out to transform the Coodanup Foreshore into a more vibrant and better-connected space for Mandurah locals and visitors.

Guided by the City of Mandurah’s Coodanup Foreshore Master Plan, the significant upgrades have been split into five stages with a key focus on improving amenities and protecting the area’s natural environment.

Initial design planning for the project began in 2020, following a series of community consultations where locals provided feedback that helped shape the design of the upgrades.

Construction for Stage 1 began in 2023, with further community consultation periods held throughout the project for residents to have their say on future stages.

Our community has let us know protecting the natural environment while improving parks and public spaces are key priorities, and we’re excited to be delivering an enhanced Coodanup Foreshore that captures and maintains the original coastal setting.

What’s happening now?

Community engagement – Stages 4/5

The community consultation period for this stage of the project has now finished. Thank you to everyone who took the time to have their say!

Our team is currently reviewing all the feedback received, and will provide a summary of the survey results on this page in the coming weeks.

Feedback received as part of the consultation process will help shape the concept plans for stages 4/5 of the project. Once prepared, the community will be invited to view and provide further feedback on the concept plans.

Stage 4 includes the area from Beacham Street to William Street, while stage 5 ranges from William Street to the south-eastern end of John Street and includes the area around the Nairns Bird Hide.

Protecting our natural environment is important to us, so we’re placing a key focus on ensuring no trees are damaged during construction of stages 4/5.

What’s happening next?

Construction – Stage 3

Construction works for stage 3 of the project will kick off in the coming months, and are expected to be completed by July 2025.

Stage 3 works will focus on enhancing connection and useability between the Creery Wetlands and east of Wamba Road. The scope of works includes:

  • A formalised car park
  • Bench seating and signage
  • Shelter and picnic table facilities
  • Viewing area with seating
  • Bike racks
  • Estuary access via a native couch ramp
  • Yarning circle
  • Limestone walking trail

A series of boardwalks have already been renewed as part of the stage 3 works, improving safety and accessibility in the area.

You can view the concept plans for stage 3 in the documents section of this webpage.

Project History

A Coodanup Foreshore Master Plan was developed to provide strategic guidance for the area’s future. The foreshore is located on Peel Parade between Wanjeep Street and the end of John Street to the Serpentine River, Coodanup, on the northern foreshore of the Peel Harvey Estuary.

The Peel Harvey Estuary sits inside the boodjar (country) of the Bindjareb (Pinjarup) Noongar people. The Bindjareb people refer to the Peel Harvey Estuary as Djilba. This is the ancient name used for thousands of years. Both names are used on the Masterplan.

Why do we need a new plan and development?

A framework was needed to update the area, manage this valuable community space, and address future opportunities form a more vibrant space while respecting the local environment.

The Coodanup Foreshore is a large and popular reserve which spans approximately 2.6 kilometres and a total of 15.9 hectares. The foreshore forms a part of the Peel-Yalgorup system, which is listed under the Ramsar Convention's List of Wetlands of International Importance. The City recognises the foreshore reserve as a valued community asset with well-established facilities, trees and foreshore habitat and activities.

However, the previous standard of the foreshore falls short of the standard expected for key reserves that have a Regional Reserve classification. The opportunity to improve the reserve has been recognised and the City has worked to address this by developing a masterplan for the full project site.

Input from the local community is greatly valued and has been used to inform the design process, thank you to all that have taken part. Learn more about the process and community involvement by visiting the frequently asked questions (FAQs) and consultation report.

Where can I view the Coodanup Foreshore Master Plan?

You can see the full Coodanup Foreshore Master Plan here. It is also listed in the documents section of this webpage.

Need more info?

Call our Landscape Services team on (08) 9550 3777 or email landscape.services@mandurah.wa.gov.au

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  • Share Please can you put in some adult exercise equipment in the next part of upgrade? I am very sure it will be most appreciated by the many morning walkers who use the area each day. on Facebook Share Please can you put in some adult exercise equipment in the next part of upgrade? I am very sure it will be most appreciated by the many morning walkers who use the area each day. on Twitter Share Please can you put in some adult exercise equipment in the next part of upgrade? I am very sure it will be most appreciated by the many morning walkers who use the area each day. on Linkedin Email Please can you put in some adult exercise equipment in the next part of upgrade? I am very sure it will be most appreciated by the many morning walkers who use the area each day. link

    Please can you put in some adult exercise equipment in the next part of upgrade? I am very sure it will be most appreciated by the many morning walkers who use the area each day.

    PhilBingham asked about 1 year ago

    Thanks for your feedback Phil.

  • Share Wondering what the reasoning behind the limestone trail parts is. Doesn't seem at all suitable for bicycles, wheelchairs, anyone with any kind of walking difficulties, pev's.... Its rough, loose, doesn't seem to have been compacted... Please explain the idea behind it (other than it being likely a lot cheaper -initially- than asphalt). Also, where is the offlead dog area? It was not great being so small and next to the road, but it doesn't seem to be there at all anymore, can't see it in the plans. Thanks, Tom on Facebook Share Wondering what the reasoning behind the limestone trail parts is. Doesn't seem at all suitable for bicycles, wheelchairs, anyone with any kind of walking difficulties, pev's.... Its rough, loose, doesn't seem to have been compacted... Please explain the idea behind it (other than it being likely a lot cheaper -initially- than asphalt). Also, where is the offlead dog area? It was not great being so small and next to the road, but it doesn't seem to be there at all anymore, can't see it in the plans. Thanks, Tom on Twitter Share Wondering what the reasoning behind the limestone trail parts is. Doesn't seem at all suitable for bicycles, wheelchairs, anyone with any kind of walking difficulties, pev's.... Its rough, loose, doesn't seem to have been compacted... Please explain the idea behind it (other than it being likely a lot cheaper -initially- than asphalt). Also, where is the offlead dog area? It was not great being so small and next to the road, but it doesn't seem to be there at all anymore, can't see it in the plans. Thanks, Tom on Linkedin Email Wondering what the reasoning behind the limestone trail parts is. Doesn't seem at all suitable for bicycles, wheelchairs, anyone with any kind of walking difficulties, pev's.... Its rough, loose, doesn't seem to have been compacted... Please explain the idea behind it (other than it being likely a lot cheaper -initially- than asphalt). Also, where is the offlead dog area? It was not great being so small and next to the road, but it doesn't seem to be there at all anymore, can't see it in the plans. Thanks, Tom link

    Wondering what the reasoning behind the limestone trail parts is. Doesn't seem at all suitable for bicycles, wheelchairs, anyone with any kind of walking difficulties, pev's.... Its rough, loose, doesn't seem to have been compacted... Please explain the idea behind it (other than it being likely a lot cheaper -initially- than asphalt). Also, where is the offlead dog area? It was not great being so small and next to the road, but it doesn't seem to be there at all anymore, can't see it in the plans. Thanks, Tom

    Tom asked about 1 year ago

    Hi Tom, the limestone path provides an alternative experience to the concrete footpath which runs along the northern side of the foreshore. This pathway also maintains the natural look of the area and provides a protective barrier to prevent turf from growing over the native estuarine plants along the water's edge.

    There has been no change to the current off-leash dog area.

  • Share What trees are being utilised in the enhancement project. I trust they will be native as per council policy on Facebook Share What trees are being utilised in the enhancement project. I trust they will be native as per council policy on Twitter Share What trees are being utilised in the enhancement project. I trust they will be native as per council policy on Linkedin Email What trees are being utilised in the enhancement project. I trust they will be native as per council policy link

    What trees are being utilised in the enhancement project. I trust they will be native as per council policy

    Cezza1950 asked about 2 years ago

    Thanks for your feedback. Stage 1 of the development is currently in the concept design phase which focuses on the type of elements and enhancements planned. Once the feedback from this round of consultation has been reviewed and the design has been updated more detail will be available, including proposed species. While they have not been chosen yet, the species will be native. 

  • Share Will the current playground that’s there be upgraded to something that’s more bigger & enjoyfull for all ages I think this would be a great idea for the area on Facebook Share Will the current playground that’s there be upgraded to something that’s more bigger & enjoyfull for all ages I think this would be a great idea for the area on Twitter Share Will the current playground that’s there be upgraded to something that’s more bigger & enjoyfull for all ages I think this would be a great idea for the area on Linkedin Email Will the current playground that’s there be upgraded to something that’s more bigger & enjoyfull for all ages I think this would be a great idea for the area link

    Will the current playground that’s there be upgraded to something that’s more bigger & enjoyfull for all ages I think this would be a great idea for the area

    Harley Jane asked about 2 years ago

    Thanks for your feedback, Hayley. The current playground is not planned to be upgraded, however, an additional nature play area is included in the concept design.

  • Share Preference for concrete pathway not limestone trail. Limestone too rough for strollers / elderly / wheelchair bound on Facebook Share Preference for concrete pathway not limestone trail. Limestone too rough for strollers / elderly / wheelchair bound on Twitter Share Preference for concrete pathway not limestone trail. Limestone too rough for strollers / elderly / wheelchair bound on Linkedin Email Preference for concrete pathway not limestone trail. Limestone too rough for strollers / elderly / wheelchair bound link

    Preference for concrete pathway not limestone trail. Limestone too rough for strollers / elderly / wheelchair bound

    Aileen Pegg asked about 2 years ago

    Thank you for your feedback Aileen. 

  • Share Hello Karen Realise this is a late call but a running surface along the foreshore would be good. The type with a bit of give. Not as expensive as it used to be and I feel it would get used well. Build it and they will come as they say. Along top of reserve away from the annual flooding of the path near the water. I presume the council knows it floods every year. BBQs would be good and lots more seats too. I have come to the website but there is no plan here that I can see. Have a lovely day Best wishes Martyn Biggs on Facebook Share Hello Karen Realise this is a late call but a running surface along the foreshore would be good. The type with a bit of give. Not as expensive as it used to be and I feel it would get used well. Build it and they will come as they say. Along top of reserve away from the annual flooding of the path near the water. I presume the council knows it floods every year. BBQs would be good and lots more seats too. I have come to the website but there is no plan here that I can see. Have a lovely day Best wishes Martyn Biggs on Twitter Share Hello Karen Realise this is a late call but a running surface along the foreshore would be good. The type with a bit of give. Not as expensive as it used to be and I feel it would get used well. Build it and they will come as they say. Along top of reserve away from the annual flooding of the path near the water. I presume the council knows it floods every year. BBQs would be good and lots more seats too. I have come to the website but there is no plan here that I can see. Have a lovely day Best wishes Martyn Biggs on Linkedin Email Hello Karen Realise this is a late call but a running surface along the foreshore would be good. The type with a bit of give. Not as expensive as it used to be and I feel it would get used well. Build it and they will come as they say. Along top of reserve away from the annual flooding of the path near the water. I presume the council knows it floods every year. BBQs would be good and lots more seats too. I have come to the website but there is no plan here that I can see. Have a lovely day Best wishes Martyn Biggs link

    Hello Karen Realise this is a late call but a running surface along the foreshore would be good. The type with a bit of give. Not as expensive as it used to be and I feel it would get used well. Build it and they will come as they say. Along top of reserve away from the annual flooding of the path near the water. I presume the council knows it floods every year. BBQs would be good and lots more seats too. I have come to the website but there is no plan here that I can see. Have a lovely day Best wishes Martyn Biggs

    MartynBiggs asked almost 5 years ago

    Hello Martyn,
    If you scroll down on the page, the documents are available as PDF downloads to the bottom right.
    Seats and bbqs are planned for. There is a plan to realign the path out of the flood zone.
    Refer the Zone Plans 1 to 7. Paths are likely to be made of standard concrete to connect with the existing ones and provide a continuous path along the length of the foreshore. This would still be good for jogging/ running with a good pair of shoes! :) Have a lovely day too, Karen

  • Share I filled out the survey but it wouldn't let me put much in the suggestion area :) Anyway MY husband asked if a row of small trees are planted on the waterside of the playarea to stop the sand getting blown out across the path. We often see mums and children playing there so a water drinking fountain or bottle filling station would be handy. Many thanks on Facebook Share I filled out the survey but it wouldn't let me put much in the suggestion area :) Anyway MY husband asked if a row of small trees are planted on the waterside of the playarea to stop the sand getting blown out across the path. We often see mums and children playing there so a water drinking fountain or bottle filling station would be handy. Many thanks on Twitter Share I filled out the survey but it wouldn't let me put much in the suggestion area :) Anyway MY husband asked if a row of small trees are planted on the waterside of the playarea to stop the sand getting blown out across the path. We often see mums and children playing there so a water drinking fountain or bottle filling station would be handy. Many thanks on Linkedin Email I filled out the survey but it wouldn't let me put much in the suggestion area :) Anyway MY husband asked if a row of small trees are planted on the waterside of the playarea to stop the sand getting blown out across the path. We often see mums and children playing there so a water drinking fountain or bottle filling station would be handy. Many thanks link

    I filled out the survey but it wouldn't let me put much in the suggestion area :) Anyway MY husband asked if a row of small trees are planted on the waterside of the playarea to stop the sand getting blown out across the path. We often see mums and children playing there so a water drinking fountain or bottle filling station would be handy. Many thanks

    PhilBingham asked over 5 years ago

    Hi Phil, This comment has come up now although made during the last round 1 of consultation in August - September last year? We're now on Round 2, with the draft masterplan available for comment until 9 June 2020. 

    Zone 2 Plan on page 4 shows more trees around the playground including to the waterside and a new drink fountain and outdoor shower near the nearby existing toilets, as an improvement to existing facilities.
    Kind regards, Karen

  • Share I'd like to know if there is going to be a better off leash dog area put in as the area that is designated for that at the moment is ridiculous.you can't even throw a ball for your dog as it's so close to the road it's to dangerous.i wont even walk my dog at the Coodanup off leash areas.i drive to Dudley park or Falcon off leash areas. on Facebook Share I'd like to know if there is going to be a better off leash dog area put in as the area that is designated for that at the moment is ridiculous.you can't even throw a ball for your dog as it's so close to the road it's to dangerous.i wont even walk my dog at the Coodanup off leash areas.i drive to Dudley park or Falcon off leash areas. on Twitter Share I'd like to know if there is going to be a better off leash dog area put in as the area that is designated for that at the moment is ridiculous.you can't even throw a ball for your dog as it's so close to the road it's to dangerous.i wont even walk my dog at the Coodanup off leash areas.i drive to Dudley park or Falcon off leash areas. on Linkedin Email I'd like to know if there is going to be a better off leash dog area put in as the area that is designated for that at the moment is ridiculous.you can't even throw a ball for your dog as it's so close to the road it's to dangerous.i wont even walk my dog at the Coodanup off leash areas.i drive to Dudley park or Falcon off leash areas. link

    I'd like to know if there is going to be a better off leash dog area put in as the area that is designated for that at the moment is ridiculous.you can't even throw a ball for your dog as it's so close to the road it's to dangerous.i wont even walk my dog at the Coodanup off leash areas.i drive to Dudley park or Falcon off leash areas.

    Bren asked almost 5 years ago

    Hi Bren, thanks for your query. The off leash dog area that has been designated on the Coodanup Masterplan as shown on the Zone Plan 4 to the east of the playground is sizeable. However, it is quite close to the road, but that's unavoidable with this foreshore as all of it is bounded by Peel Parade. The City has future plans for dog exercise areas. Refer this page for information and the council report available from it https://www.mandurahmatters.com.au/dogpark Cheers, Karen 


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