Below are some of the most common questions and our responses.

1. What exactly is the event proposed?

At this stage we’re not able to publicly name the event due to a commercial confidentiality agreement with the event proponent.

What we can share is that it is a ticketed, family-friendly evening experience designed for visitors to walk through and enjoy the natural setting of the Hills.

More details will be shared as soon as we are legally able to do so (weeks not months!).

2. Why can’t the City just tell us what it is?

We understand many people are curious about the experience proposed for Jorgensen Park and are wondering why the City has not yet publicly named it.

The reason is that the event proponent has a commercial confidentiality agreement in place while contractual arrangements, licensing and operational planning are finalised.

This is common practice for major international experiences, particularly where intellectual property and licensing arrangements are involved.

The City recognises that the community would like more detail and will share further information as soon as it is legally able to do so.

In the meantime, what we can confirm is that the proposal relates to a ticketed, family-friendly, evening designed to showcase the natural environment.

3. Has Council already approved this?

The City has issued a Public Notice because the Local Government Act 1995 requires community comment to be invited before entering into the proposed lease. All comments received will be reviewed and will help inform the final decision.

4. Why is the public comment period only 14 days?

The 14-day submission period is a statutory requirement under the Local Government Act 1995 for proposals involving the lease of public land.

During this time, community members can provide written comments, which will be reviewed and will help inform the final decision.

5. Will the whole park be closed?

No. The proposed lease relates to a defined portion of Jorgensen Park, not the entire Park - see map below; the red outline shows the proposed lease area (approx.).

As reported to Council on 24 February:

The intent is to lease a portion of Jorgenson Park, which forms part of Crown reserve 50554, vested in the care and control of the City under the Land Administration Act 1997.
In addition, a separate licence is under negotiation with the State of WA to provide access to adjacent State of WA land being a portion of Lot No 505 on Deposited Plan 62578.

The two areas (lease area and licence area) will therefore be fenced as shown on the following plan:

6. What about impacts on residents?

If the proposal should proceed, the City will implement management measures relating to:

• traffic and parking
• visitor movement
• safety
• noise management
• waste and cleaning

The City will continue to work directly with nearby residents and impacted park users throughout planning and delivery.

7. How will dog walkers and regular park users be affected?

Jorgensen Park is well used by the community for recreation including walking and dog exercise.

If the proposal proceeds:

• some areas may be temporarily restricted
• alternative access to other parts of the park would remain available
• restrictions would only apply during the event period

The City will provide clear information about access arrangements in the coming weeks & in the lead up to the event.

8. Is the event going to be loud?

No. This is not a concert, music festival or ‘bush doof’.

The proposed event is designed to complement the natural environment rather than create loud entertainment.

9. Why Jorgensen Park?

Jorgensen Park offers a unique natural setting with bushland surrounds and accessibility close to the Kalamunda town centre.

The location allows visitors to experience the Hills landscape while still being accessible for transport and visitor management.

10. What about traffic and parking?

If the proposal proceeds, traffic and parking management will be a key part of planning. Measures would include exploring alternate transport methods to and from the event, monitoring peak periods, clear signage, and operational management to minimise impacts on nearby streets.

11. What about wildlife and the environment?

Environmental protection is a key consideration. An Ecological assessment/and Environmental Management Plan will be required to ensure the protection of vegetation, wildlife, lighting management and restoration of the site after the event.

Conditions would be included in the lease to protect the park.

12. Is the City selling the park?

No. Jorgensen Park remains Crown land vested to the care and control of the City under a management order. This management order allows the City to lease the land subject to Minister consent.

This proposal relates only to a temporary lease of a portion of the park for a limited period.

13. How can I have my say?

Feedback regarding the Public Notice can be made to the City in writing before Friday 13 March 2026.

Email: enquiries@kalamunda.wa.gov.au

or write to:
Chief Executive Officer
City of Kalamunda
PO Box 42
Kalamunda WA 6926