🌱 Key Takeaways
City of Gosnells won two major IPWEA awards at the 2026 ceremony.
Awards recognised:
Excellence in Environment & Sustainability for the Sustainable Gosnells project.
Highly Commended Best Public Works Project ($2m–$5m) for the Mary Carroll Park redevelopment.
Mary Carroll Park upgrade cost $3.5 million and is now a major community and environmental asset.
🏞️ Mary Carroll Park Redevelopment Highlights
Features the largest all-abilities playground in Gosnells.
Includes:
Giant gilgie play structure
Noongar six seasons spinners
Flying fox
Pedestrian bridge across wetlands
Accessible toilets and changerooms
Picnic areas
Community yarning circle
Designed to help residents connect with the wetlands while protecting the environment.
🌍 Sustainability Achievements
The city’s Sustainability Action Plan (adopted 2023) focuses on:
Biodiversity
Energy
Infrastructure
Transport
Waste
Water use
Since adopting the plan:
Corporate emissions reduced by 37% despite population growth.
Tree planting and solar generation increased significantly.
More non‑recyclable waste diverted from landfill.
🗣️ Mayor Teresa Lynes’ Key Messages
The awards recognise the city’s coordinated, responsible resource use.
The park upgrade is a point of pride and supports environmental education for all ages.
The sustainability plan provides a clear framework for ongoing improvement.