City of Fremantle
Coastal Charm
View the latest City of Fremantle Expressions of Interest (EOI) below:
Following the powerful impact of the 2024 series, the City of Fremantle, in collaboration with the Centre for Stories, is proud to announce the return of the Backyard Truth-Telling Series in May 2026 – and we are now seeking storytellers.
Backyard Truth-Telling brings community members together in intimate backyard settings across Walyalup/Fremantle to share lived experiences, reflect on our shared history, and foster deeper understanding through truth-listening.
Emerging and established Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian storytellers are invited to submit an Expression of Interest to take part in the 2026 series.
This program welcomes people who are ready to share personal stories that speak to:
The impacts and legacies of colonisation
Truths that have been overlooked or untold
Accountability and allyship
Cultural identity and belonging
Resilience, healing and self-determination
Stories are shared in safe, respectful and supportive environments, with audiences committed to listening deeply.
What’s Included:
Three storytelling workshops in April 2026
Mentorship by Ron Bradfield Jnr, Bardi and Jawi storyteller
Support to safely share your story
Payment for workshops and backyard events
Information session
An information session will be held at the Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre on Saturday 7 March 2026 from 10am–12pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about the program and decide whether it is right for you. Register here.
Key Dates:
Information Session: 7 March 2026, 10am–12pm
Workshop 1: 11 April 2026, 10am–1pm
Workshop 2: 18 April 2026, 10am–1pm
Workshop 3: 2 May 2026, 10am–1pm
Backyard Truth-Telling Events: 9, 16 and 23 May 2026
EOI Closes: 25 March 2026, 5pm
The South Beach Mural Project will transform the southern wall of the South Beach Café into a vibrant hand-painted mural that celebrates connection, community, and cultural history.
Shortlisted artists will each receive a $1000 concept design fee, with the commissioned artist awarded $12,000 (ex GST) to deliver the final mural.
Project timeline
South Beach is one of Fremantle’s most loved coastal destinations, known for its calm waters, picnic spaces, basketball courts, playground and popular café. The mural will enhance this much-loved community hub and add to the City’s growing collection of public art.
Artists are encouraged to review the City of Fremantle Mural Artwork Guidelines before applying.
For full project details and information on how to apply, please view documents below.
