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Perth Now
a day ago
- Business
- Perth Now
Former Bunnings site up for sale
A neglected and underutilised former Bunnings site on Russell Street in Morley is up for sale, with expressions of interest open and gaining attention. The 1.84 hectare site is located across from Morley Galleria, which it set for $350 million development. It's estimated that 14,000 cars pass the site each week, which perfectly positions the property for mixed use, retail or commercial uses. Your local paper, whenever you want it. Across from Morley Galleria and within close proximity to the CBD. Credit: Colliers The former Bunnings was set to close in 2018, however its life was extended after the Inglewood Bunnings was destroyed by fire. Bunnings eventually ended the lease and vacated the site in mid-2020 and since then its only been used for COVID drive-through testing and is currently used as an election polling station. In 2023, City of Bayswater councillors urged for better use and security of the area. Bayswater mayor Filomena Piffaretti said it was ripe for development as it is within the city's Morley Activity Centre Plan. 'With no height restrictions at Morley's core, this site could benefit from a wide variety of land uses to meet our community's changing needs and provide much-needed residential development.' she said. Artist's impression showing a concept for the former Bunnings site. Credit: Josh Eveson Ms Piffaretti said that the site also benefits from having direct access to public transport via the Galleria bus station, which provides easy access to Perth CBD and the new Morley train station. The site is also within 5km of Meltham, Bayswater, Maylands, Noranda and Ashfield train stations. Colliers head of retail middle markets Australia James Wilson, State chief executive WA Richard Cash and executive, investment services Aidan Austen are appointed to sell the development site. Mr Cash said that the property offered a rare opportunity for a 'transformative development', positioning it as a potential flagship project in Morley's continued urban renewal. 'Importantly, future urban expansion is being strategically concentrated within the Morley Activity Centre, reinforcing the area's role as a key hub for commercial, residential and mixed-use development,' he said. 'This aligns seamlessly with the site's prime location opposite the bustling Morley Galleria Shopping Centre and its flexible zoning, positioning it as a cornerstone project in the suburb's transformation.' PerthNow understands that a potential buyer is interested in using the site as an education precinct. Bayswater councillor Josh Eveson shared ideas for the site on social media, saying that in order to maximise the Morley Galleria redevelopment, they must ensure development surrounding it 'evolves in tandem'. 'The next logical step? Constancy of people and customers in Morley, with delivery of an education facility and reinstating government services, providing the community with essential resources to support growth and prosperity for everyone.' he said. 'This will be one to watch.' Expressions of interest for the site close on 2pm July 18.
Perth Now
18-06-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Funding to help fix accident ‘hot spot' in northern suburbs
A notorious accident hot spot in Morley will receive $4 million in State Government funding to fix the road layout. Works at the intersection of McGilvray Avenue and Morley Drive include removing the right turn out of McGilvray implementing a left-in, left-out configuration, modifications to the left turn in to McGilvray and installation of a U-turn on Morley Drive between McGilvray and Bagshot Place. The City of Bayswater had advocated for the changes, highlighting the unsafe nature of the intersection and the importance of improving the road for the safety of motorists. Your local paper, whenever you want it. Bayswater mayor Filomena Piffaretti has campaigned for upgrades to the intersection since 2021. 'The city welcomes the State Government's commitment of $4m towards upgrading the intersection at McGilvray Avenue and Morley Drive,' she said. 'This is a dangerous intersection and the city has advocated to Main Roads for funding to make it safer for our community.' Bayswater North ward councillor Josh Eveson has also advocated for improvements alongside the mayor. The intersection becomes messy as there is a shopping precinct 1.2 km down the road. Credit: Sophie Gannon 'This funding shows the voices in our community are being heard,' Cr Eveson said. 'I hope this $4 million investment signals the beginning of broader upgrades in the area, particularly along Morley Drive, another major corridor in need of renewal.' WA Premier Roger Cook said it was part of a major investment to help improve some of the worst congested areas across the northern suburbs. 'WA is a rapidly growing State but my government's prudent financial management means we are able to deliver on these commitments,' he said. In a social media post from March last year, Cr Eveson shared his personal view on what he believes the works may end up looking like. Credit: Facebook 'We will never stop working to ensure Western Australians have access to the infrastructure we need.' The upgrade is part of a $113.4 million project targeting congestion 'hot spots' in Perth's north. A more detailed design of the layout is expected to be completed in 2025/26 , and community consultation will be taken, giving locals an opportunity to comment on the design.
