As part of the recent upgrades to Postal Walk, two new artworks – the arches at the eastern end of the space and the gates to the south – were commissioned for the site to celebrate the important role the former Postmaster-General’s Office and its descendent organisations have played in keeping Subiaco connected to the world.

Postal Walk is now officially open, so come down to see the new space, view the artworks and explore local businesses. Read more here.

The Postal Walk upgrades have been made possible thanks to the financial support of the RAC's ReconnectWA program. ReconnectWA seeks to reimagine and revitalise streets and public spaces, laying the foundation to support safe, sustainable, and connected communities.

Through this initiative places where Western Australians can interact and reconnect with each other are created. Postal Walk is one of several projects throughout the Town Centre as a response to a need to enhance the public realm and provide additional space for the community to sit and connect.

The support of RAC has enabled us to deliver these upgrades to the community, and we are grateful for their financial support. These upgrades will bring significant improvements to the area, including enhanced pedestrian access, improved lighting, and new landscaping, creating a safer and more attractive space for everyone to enjoy.

We are excited about the positive impact that the Postal Walk upgrades will have on the local community, and we encourage everyone to come and see the improvements once they are complete. Once again, we would like to thank the RAC's ReconnectWA program for their support in making this project a reality.

The City of Subiaco advises that construction work for the Postal Walk upgrades will commence on Wednesday 24 May 2023 and works are expected to last approximately 6 weeks. While pedestrian access between Rokeby Road and the Park St carpark will be maintained, it may be limited during construction period. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask that you follow all signage and directions from our construction team.

We want to reassure the community that all businesses in the area will remain open for trade during the construction period, and we encourage everyone to continue supporting these local businesses.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation during the construction of the Postal Walk upgrades. The end result will be a safer, more attractive, and more accessible space for everyone to enjoy. We look forward to unveiling the completed upgrades to the community once the construction work is complete.

The City of Subiaco is pleased to announce that it has finalized the contracts for the construction of the Postal Walk upgrades with BOS Civil, a renowned construction company known for its commitment to quality and excellence.

BOS Civil has a proven track record of delivering outstanding construction projects, with a focus on meeting deadlines, ensuring quality workmanship, and providing excellent customer service. The company's team of experienced professionals will bring their expertise to the Postal Walk upgrades, ensuring that the project is completed to the highest standard.

The Postal Walk upgrades will bring significant improvements to the area, including enhanced pedestrian access, improved lighting, and new landscaping. These upgrades will create a safer, more attractive, and more accessible environment for the community to enjoy.

The City of Subiaco is excited to work with BOS Civil on this project, and we look forward to seeing the results of their hard work. We are confident that the Postal Walk upgrades will make a positive impact on the local community, and we encourage everyone to come and see the improvements once they are complete.

The first of the SubiPOP (Public Open Places) public realm upgrades will commence 24 May 2023, after Council awarded the construction contract for Postal Walk at its November 2022 meeting.

Postal Walk is the first component of initiatives being undertaken to improve the public realm in and around Rokeby Road.

The design improvements include a large deck to protect the root system of the extant Ghost Gum (Corymbia aparrerinja), re-treatment of the four existing planter boxes, installation of new garden beds with native plantings, new lighting and replacement paving.

You can read more on the City's website.

Project status

Postal Walk
Concept design - Complete
Detailed design - Complete
Construction - Commencing 24 May 2023, to be completed by mid-2023

Forrest Walk
Concept design - Complete
Detailed design - Final stages
Construction - To be confirmed

Station Walk
Concept design - Complete
Detailed design - Final stages
Construction - To be confirmed

Project objectives

The SubiPOP Public Realm Upgrade will create shared pedestrian focussed spaces across these sites that address community needs, provide opportunity for greater community connection, have the ability to host events and community activities, and that enhance connection and walkability between spaces. Following are the key aspects of the project that are being implemented:

• Enhancing public seating opportunities
• Enhancing alfresco dining opportunities
• Renewing surface treatments, pavement and pathways
• Improving levels and drainage
• Conserving and retaining treescapes
• Providing new softscapes including trees and underplanting
• Improving amenity and accessibility
• Installing lighting and electrical treatments
• Creating spaces for events and community activities

For more information please see the City's website.

If you’ve been looking for additional open spaces in Subiaco to sit, relax, eat lunch or meet up with friends, you’ll love what is planned for the Subi POP (Public Open Places) upgrade program. Read more here.