Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Precinct Improvement Scheme No.1

Consultation closes 7 August 2025

Overview

The Draft Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Precinct Improvement Scheme No.1 (Draft Improvement Scheme) has been prepared to facilitate redevelopment of the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC) precinct.

The PCEC Precinct contains public infrastructure that is important to the economic performance of the State and daily functioning of the city, including the PCEC and Elizabeth Quay bus and train stations.

The aims of the Improvement Scheme are to:

1. Create an accessible, integrated and high amenity waterfront precinct with a strong Western Australian identity that will be an active part of the city and a recognisable destination for local, interstate and overseas visitors.
2. Expand the PCEC to increase the capacity of the exhibition and conference spaces, and improve the centre’s relationship with the city, Swan River, Elizabeth Quay and Kings Park.
3. Create up to seven development sites suitable for office, residential, hotel, retail and hospitality uses, which will help to activate the wider precinct.
4. Upgrade the public realm across the precinct making it more legible, comfortable, safe and inviting for visitors.
5. Upgrade the Elizabeth Quay Bus Station to improve the wayfinding, comfort and experience for passengers.
6. Modify the surrounding road network to improve pedestrian safety and amenity while maintaining traffic flows.
7. Improve pedestrian connections to the city, Swan River and Elizabeth Quay.
8. Celebrate environmental, cultural and heritage values

Precinct Location

The PCEC precinct is in the City of Perth, adjacent to the Swan River.

Draft Improvement Scheme Preparation

Improvement Plan No. 64 Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Precinct (IP64) was gazetted on 10 January 2025. Improvement Plan 64 authorises the making of an Improvement Scheme, by resolution of the WAPC and approval of the Minister for Planning

The Improvement Scheme will replace the Metropolitan Region Scheme and City Planning Scheme No.2 as the statutory land use planning instrument over the area. The Western Australian Planning Commission is responsible for the assessment and determination of development applications under the Improvement Scheme.

The Western Australia Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on the Draft Improvement Scheme. The public comment period will run for 90 days, concluding on the 7 August 2025.

To have your say, please complete the survey below.

Late submissions may not be accepted.