North Fremantle Heritage Trail Refresh Project

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Call to rediscover, uncover and enhance our rich past. Discover the Hidden Gems!

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Project background

The North Fremantle Heritage Trail (the Trail), developed during the National Bicentennial Project in 1988, set out to commemorate our shared history. A statewide network of heritage trails unfolded, showcasing Western Australia's natural and cultural treasures. Crafted with the local community, the City of Fremantle (the City) and conservation groups, the Trail thrived and was powered by dedicated volunteers. Today, as we stand at the crossroads of time, the trail's heritage signage, installed in 2004, needs renewal. Join us to revitalise and enhance the Trail.

Why are we engaging?

The North Fremantle community actively engages and celebrates the area's rich history. The refreshing of the Trail will ensure that new residents and visitors to North Fremantle can learn about the area. As you undertake this engagement, we encourage you to consider the following:

  • What untold stories are absent from our narrative?
  • What subjects or locations would you like to explore deeper along the trail?
  • Your insight will help shape the future richness of our heritage exploration.

In addition, the City of Fremantle acknowledges the Whadjuk people as the Traditional Owners of the greater Fremantle/Walyalup area. We recognise that the Trail signage installed in 2004 may not have adhered to the procedural standards we uphold today. Consequently, the City is fully committed to renewing the signage and gaining a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of this land for the Whadjuk people via engagement.

Project goals

  • Actively involve Whadjuk Elders and their community.
  • Renew interpretive signage along the North Fremantle foreshore.
  • Create an immersive visitor experience blending heritage, nature, and best practices in recreational trails.
  • Guide visitors through North Fremantle using a blend of digital and physical heritage signs.
  • Commemorate the area's layered heritage.
  • Inspire return visits and lifelong learning.
  • Showcase recent cultural and physical heritage, including icons like the Dingo Flour Mill and Bon Scott's home.
  • Utilise technology to maintain a dynamic and adaptable heritage trail.

How can I get involved?

Throughout the project, we welcome your input on the Trail Refresh by:

  • Sharing your culturally significant stories/history in the online survey.
  • Providing feedback on the project’s vision and objectives.
  • Shaping the 'look and feel of signage.
  • Providing feedback on the indicative location of nodes and signage.
  • Contributing to the naming of the trail.

Join the conversation by participating in our online survey, open from 12 January–18 February 2024, or express your interest by applying to participate in the Project Reference Group. Learn more about this group when you complete the survey or email us at communityengagement@fremantle.wa.gov.au.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to uncover the 'hidden gems' and stories that make North Fremantle special.


The State Government, through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, is a major supporter of The North Fremantle Heritage Trail Project.
Sport and recreation creates vibrant, inclusive and connected WA communities.


Call to rediscover, uncover and enhance our rich past. Discover the Hidden Gems!

Jump to a quick link:

Project background

The North Fremantle Heritage Trail (the Trail), developed during the National Bicentennial Project in 1988, set out to commemorate our shared history. A statewide network of heritage trails unfolded, showcasing Western Australia's natural and cultural treasures. Crafted with the local community, the City of Fremantle (the City) and conservation groups, the Trail thrived and was powered by dedicated volunteers. Today, as we stand at the crossroads of time, the trail's heritage signage, installed in 2004, needs renewal. Join us to revitalise and enhance the Trail.

Why are we engaging?

The North Fremantle community actively engages and celebrates the area's rich history. The refreshing of the Trail will ensure that new residents and visitors to North Fremantle can learn about the area. As you undertake this engagement, we encourage you to consider the following:

  • What untold stories are absent from our narrative?
  • What subjects or locations would you like to explore deeper along the trail?
  • Your insight will help shape the future richness of our heritage exploration.

In addition, the City of Fremantle acknowledges the Whadjuk people as the Traditional Owners of the greater Fremantle/Walyalup area. We recognise that the Trail signage installed in 2004 may not have adhered to the procedural standards we uphold today. Consequently, the City is fully committed to renewing the signage and gaining a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of this land for the Whadjuk people via engagement.

Project goals

  • Actively involve Whadjuk Elders and their community.
  • Renew interpretive signage along the North Fremantle foreshore.
  • Create an immersive visitor experience blending heritage, nature, and best practices in recreational trails.
  • Guide visitors through North Fremantle using a blend of digital and physical heritage signs.
  • Commemorate the area's layered heritage.
  • Inspire return visits and lifelong learning.
  • Showcase recent cultural and physical heritage, including icons like the Dingo Flour Mill and Bon Scott's home.
  • Utilise technology to maintain a dynamic and adaptable heritage trail.

How can I get involved?

Throughout the project, we welcome your input on the Trail Refresh by:

  • Sharing your culturally significant stories/history in the online survey.
  • Providing feedback on the project’s vision and objectives.
  • Shaping the 'look and feel of signage.
  • Providing feedback on the indicative location of nodes and signage.
  • Contributing to the naming of the trail.

Join the conversation by participating in our online survey, open from 12 January–18 February 2024, or express your interest by applying to participate in the Project Reference Group. Learn more about this group when you complete the survey or email us at communityengagement@fremantle.wa.gov.au.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to uncover the 'hidden gems' and stories that make North Fremantle special.


The State Government, through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, is a major supporter of The North Fremantle Heritage Trail Project.
Sport and recreation creates vibrant, inclusive and connected WA communities.


  • Many of you expressed interest in joining this group which will continue to engage on this project. Reference groups are formed to receive updates on the progress of, and provide feedback on, a project or council plan/strategy that is in progress. 


    The Reference Group will play a vital role over eight-month period dedicated to refining the enhancements of heritage trail signage in North Fremantle through constructive feedback. Drawing upon insights and recommendations gathered from the Group, as well as through My Say Freo with the wider community, our Officers will develop a strategic signage plan aimed at enhancing visitors' experiences through the design of both digital and physical signage. This plan will be subsequently presented to the Council for their approval. 


    Members of the Group can influence several aspects of the project by providing feedback on stories and historical narratives of cultural significance within the area; offering valuable input on the thematic direction of the project; shaping both the physical and digital look and feel of the signage; and identifying preferred locations along the trail. Upon project completion, the strategy, signage content, and designs will be formally presented to the Council for their review and approval.

     

    If you're keen to be selected, please read our Terms of Reference document before submitting your application. 

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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

     The City of Fremantle invites you to complete this five to 10-minute survey, which allows you to have your say on the future upgrade of the North Fremantle Heritage Trail.

    Project background

    The North Fremantle Heritage Trail (the Trail), developed during the National Bicentennial Project in 1988, set out to commemorate our shared history. A statewide network of heritage trails unfolded, showcasing Western Australia's natural and cultural treasures. Crafted with the local community, the City of Fremantle (the City) and conservation groups, the Trail thrived and was powered by dedicated volunteers. Today, as we stand at the crossroads of time, the trail's heritage signage needs renewal. Join us to revitalise and enhance the Trail.

    Why are we engaging?

    The North Fremantle community actively engages and celebrates the area's rich history. The refreshing of the Trail will ensure that new residents and visitors to North Fremantle can learn about the area. 

    As you undertake this engagement, we encourage you to consider the following: What untold stories are absent from our narrative? What subjects or locations would you like to explore deeper along the trail? Your insight will help shape the future richness of our heritage exploration.

    In addition, The City of Fremantle acknowledges the Whadjuk people as the Traditional Owners of the greater Fremantle/Walyalup area. We recognise that the Trail signage installed in 2004 may not have adhered to the procedural standards we uphold today. Consequently, the City is fully committed to renewing the signage and gaining a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of this land for the Whadjuk people via engagement.


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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Join us for a guided twilight walk with City staff in North Fremantle.

    Site Walk Details

    Date: Wednesday 10 January 2024
    Time: 5pm - 7:15pm
    Location: Johannah Street, North Fremantle

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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Embark on our heritage trail scavenger hunt from the 12 January to the 18 February 2024 throughout North Fremantle. Submit your answers via this online form and go into the draw to win weekly vouchers for local North Fremantle businesses.

    How to enter:

    Use this Interactive Map online and find the 6 trail stops:

    - Winter House + Apace WA
    - Gresham Hotel
    - Gilbert Fraser Reserve
    - Harvey Beach
    - Corkhill House
    - North Fremantle Town Hall

    Visit each of the trail locations and locate the temporary A5 trail sign at each location. Record the stop number which is located in the top right corner of the temporary trail sign. Upload your answers to the form below, along with your contact details.

    Example A4 Poster:



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