The Town of Cambridge was formed on 1 July 1994 after the State Government restructured the former City of Perth. This provided an excellent opportunity for the revitalisation of communities in the area.

On 10 June 1996, administration staff moved into the new administration building at 1 Bold Park Drive, Floreat.

About Council

Cambridge encompasses a 22sq km area covering the following suburbs. Select the links to get more information about your suburb on Profile ID!

City Beach - north
City Beach - south
Floreat
Wembley
West Leederville
Parts of Jolimont, Mount Claremont and Wembley Downs

Have a look at the History and Heritage page to see some interesting photos of the area in the early days.

You can also discover the symbolism behind the Cambridge logo and take a tour of the Town's IntraMaps; here you can find out all about your property, rubbish collection dates and more.

Leisure

Spend time and enjoy the pristine award-winning beaches and well maintained parks and reserves. There's no excuse to not keep active with facilities such as the Wembley Golf Course and Bold Park Aquatic Centre within easy reach.

Council's facilities, The Boulevard Centre, The Wembley Community Centre, Cambridge Library, Leederville Town Hall and the Quarry Amphitheatre all have events running.

And if you've got a green-thumb join some like-minded people at the West Leederville Community Garden.

For the social minded there are numerous sporting groups and associations within the Town, always keen for new members.

And if that's not enough to keep you busy check out the many events on offer free for residents to attend. See the home page where upcoming events are updated regularly.

Neighbourhood

Find out everything you need to know about your street, property, parking, safety and what to do if want graffiti removed.

Cambridge also welcomes your pets to Cambridge! Find out about what you need to do to register your dog; you'll also some useful tips about owning cats in Cambridge.

You can also read about some of the Town's environmental initiatives In this section you can also find some local environmental groups to join to make a difference in your local community.

Our Services

What We Do

The Town of Cambridge provides high-quality services and facilities to enhance the lifestyle of its residents. This includes urban planning, waste and recycling, community engagement, parks and recreation, and sustainable development initiatives. The Town is committed to creating safe, inclusive neighborhoods and preserving its natural beauty from inner city to coast.

FAQs

Why isn’t the bin or additional service I requested appearing on my Rates Notice?

If the bin or additional waste service you requested is not shown on your 2024/25 Rate Notice, this is because your request was made after 1 July 2024, or because your bin had not been delivered to you by 1 July 2024. We will only charge you from the date the bin is delivered. The annual fee will be pro rata from the date of delivery, to 30 June 2025. Please be assured we are processing requests made after 1 July 2024 as quickly as possible.

Will you issue me a new Rates Notice?

Please pay your annual rates notice as issued. We will issue you an Interim Rates Notice after the due date of your annual rates notice, showing your requested waste service changes and charges. No revised annual rates notice will be issued for waste changes requested after 1 July 2024.

Should I pay my rates even though the waste charges aren’t on it?

Yes. Please pay your annual Rates Notice as issued. We will issue an Interim Rates Notice after the due date of your annual rates notice, showing your requested waste service changes and charges.

What are the standard waste services for residential homes in the Town of Cambridge?

All eligible standalone residential properties in the Town should at a minimum now have the following standard services: 120L general waste bin (red lid),, 240L recycling bin (yellow lid), 240L FOGO (food organics and garden organics) bin (light green lid) as a standard service.

How do I change the number of bins I have, or report a damaged bin?

If you have a damaged bin you can report it via the online form. Please note: replacement bins may be a serviceable second-hand bin.

At A Glance

Extensive Green Spaces And Coastal Reserves

Modern Civic Facilities Including Cambridge Library And Boulevard Centre

Safe Active Streets Project Enhancing Cycling Infrastructure

Comprehensive Waste And Recycling Services Including Verge Valet

Strategic Planning For Vibrant Activity Centres Like Floreat And Wembley

Notable Achievements

Wembley Golf Course Named 2023 Metropolitan Golf Facility Of The Year

Refurbishment Of Bold Park Aquatic Centre

Celebration Of 30 Years As A Municipality With Major Community Events