Fauna relocation update

For the last 10 years, the Perth Cultural Centre’s pond was a valued part of the community. But it was not a natural feature. When it was created by filling in the Art Gallery’s original concrete reflection pool (built in 1979), fish and frogs were introduced. While the fish didn’t thrive, the area became home to a continuing population of frogs. 

Unfortunately, despite our best efforts to maintain this area, the infrastructure that supported it failed. Over recent years, significant water loss due to multiple structural failures saw the pond empty of water, threatening the frog population. 

During that time, many thousands of litres of scheme water were pumped into the pond to keep it topped up. This was not sustainable; it contributed to decreasing long-term water security and availability, and the decision was made to remove it as part of the Perth Cultural Centre rejuvenation.