Creative City - Strategic Community Plan Review

In conjunction with the Art's Culture & Creative Strategy, the City is also undertaking a major review of the Strategic Community Plan. One of the key themes is Creative City.

Fremantle’s arts, cultural, and creative ecology is precious, and we owe our unique identity, in part, to the generations of artists and creatives who lived, and continue to live and work here today. We are proudly a creative city, but how do we evolve as one?

Walyalup | Fremantle has been a place of significant cultural practice for tens of thousands of years. Today we have the greatest concentration of artists and creatives across the state living and working here.

Anchored by the Fremantle Arts Centre, Western Australia’s creative heart extends to all corners of the City of Fremantle. It exists on the ever-changing murals that grace the brick walls of our buildings. Music and performances reverberate from one grassy backyard to another. Architects, film makers, and artists craft the visual tapestry that makes Fremantle’s city-scape so unique. We are a city flush with festivals throughout the seasons that last for a day, weekend, or an entire month. Our port town is a stage for local and globally recognised creatives across all formats.

How can we continue to punch above our weight when it comes to creative services in Fremantle?

How can our creative strength unlock even greater potential for Fremantle’s economy?

What do we need to offer artists and makers to thrive—be it physical spaces or mentoring support?

What is our vision for a broader industry of creative services that will attract individuals and companies to set up shop here in Fremantle?

This is a “Courageous Conversation” about the crucial role arts & culture plays in the success and future of Fremantle. We’d love to hear your thoughts and ideas on how we can further this hot-button topic together.