The Wilbinga National Park proposal is a community-led initiative to establish a protected national park on the northern edge of Perth, preserving a significant stretch of coastal bushland for conservation, recreation and cultural connection.

This proposal brings together four key priorities:

• Protecting biodiversity and natural systems

• Respecting and working alongside Traditional Owners

• Supporting responsible recreation and public access

• Creating long-term environmental, cultural, and community value

Wilbinga is described as the “Kings Park of the North” because it represents a similar vision — a large, accessible natural reserve on the edge of Perth that combines conservation, recreation and cultural value.

Like Kings Park, Wilbinga would be close to a major population centre, offering people the opportunity to connect with nature through walking, cycling, wildlife experiences and education. At the same time, it would protect significant biodiversity, including threatened ecosystems and important wildlife habitat.

The key difference is scale and location. Wilbinga would sit on Perth’s northern boundary, helping to limit urban sprawl while preserving a vast coastal landscape for future generations. At around five times the size of Kings Park, it has the potential to become a defining natural landmark for the region.

In this way, the name reflects both its purpose and its potential — a northern counterpart to one of Perth’s most iconic and valued natural spaces.

The proposed park spans the coastal area between Two Rocks and the Moore River, bounded by the Indian Ocean to the west and Indian Ocean Drive to the east. It sits at the northern limit of Perth’s urban development.

Wilbinga is one of the last remaining large, relatively intact coastal ecosystems near Perth. It contains threatened ecological communities, important groundwater systems and habitat for native species, all within close proximity to a growing metropolitan area.

The proposal has been developed through a collaboration of Western Australian residents, community organisations and environmental groups. It is led by local stakeholders and volunteers with Friends of Moore River Estuary, Traditional Owners, and Conservation Council of WA. 

The area lies within the Traditional Country of the Yued people. The proposal recognises their deep cultural connection to the land and supports opportunities for ongoing involvement in land management, cultural interpretation and care for Country.

Yes. The proposal supports continued public access for activities such as walking, camping, fishing, and four-wheel driving with appropriate management to protect the environment and ensure the area remains sustainable for future use.

The intention is to make access inclusive and manage the area to ensure that everyone may continue to use the park for recreational purposes.

A national park framework would help balance recreation with conservation, whilst ensuring the area can be enjoyed while protecting its ecological values.

Establishing a national park would help protect biodiversity, preserve threatened ecosystems, safeguard groundwater resources and maintain important wildlife corridors. It also contributes to climate resilience and long-term environmental sustainability.

A national park at Wilbinga would provide opportunities for recreation, tourism, education and research, while supporting local jobs in conservation and land management. It would also preserve a natural green space for future generations to enjoy.

As Perth continues to expand, protecting areas like Wilbinga helps maintain a balance between urban development and access to natural environments. It offers a long-term approach to planning that supports both liveability and sustainability.

The proposal is part of an ongoing process of community engagement and discussion with stakeholders and government. Further planning and consultation would be required before any formal designation of a national park.

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