Subiaco, WA
City in Western Australia
Australia
Subiaco, WA collaborates with Curtin University on town center growth projects at Hiddlestone Hub
Subiaco worked with Hiddlestone Electric to convert vacant office space into a hub for one year. Design students from Curtin University use the space for projects aimed at increased customer interest in nearby businesses. Council teams work with students on community engagement events like the Celebrate Subi design hunt. The Hiddlestone Hub engages creative talent in Subiaco's growth while encouraging innovation by startups and businesses.
Subiaco, WA
Australia
Subiaco, WA responds to resident requests for town center activities with Pop-up Square pilot
Subiaco turned the corner of Churchill Avenue and Rokeby Road into a car-free zone for the six-week pilot. The Pop-up Square hosted a mini-golf course, live music, and fitness courses to attract residents of all ages. This space encouraged leisure with outdoor seating, a pop-up bar, and nighttime light displays. Visitor surveys and daily traffic data were collected to determine how the Pop-up Square impacted town center patronage.
Subiaco, WA
Australia
Subiaco, WA builds on successful pilot with food waste collection service for businesses
The council offers food waste bins and weekly collections to interested local businesses. The collected waste is processed into compost to reduce landfill waste and better reuse materials. Select businesses participated in a 2020 pilot that demonstrated the feasibility of a broader rollout. Subiaco's five-year waste plan anticipates an expansion of this program to residential areas by 2025.
Subiaco, WA
Australia
Subiaco, WA facilitates startup pipeline in the region with Subiaco Connect initiative
New ventures in Western Australia apply for six months of free training through Subiaco Connect. The council and Atomic Sky provide training on in-demand topics like digital marketing and predictive planning. Participants and their mentors follow products and services from concept to testing and financing. A final presentation to prospective investors and partners demonstrates a company's readiness for the market.
Subiaco, WA
Australia