Walyalup Koort
Welcome to Walyalup Koort – a place that is yours.
It’s where grassroots decision-making takes place, local decisions that impact lives. It’s the new state-of-the-art library, and bookable community spaces where you can collaborate, connect, create.
It’s the vibration that runs through Fremantle focused in one location. An active event space for our community.
For almost 10 years, Fremantle’s town centre has been the focus of a major revitalisation, and the Kings Square Renewal Project has been the largest public-private infrastructure project in Fremantle’s history. A joint initiative between Sirona Capital and the City of Fremantle, the $270 million Kings Square Renewal Project is reinvigorating the entire precinct by redeveloping the buildings and rejuvenating public spaces that surround the square.
The renewal of our city centre also presented a great opportunity to consider a new name for our town square, and in July 2021 Kings Square was officially renamed Walyalup Koort following an extensive 18-month community engagement process. Walyalup is the Nyoongar name for an area that includes Fremantle and Koort means heart. The new name reflects the contribution to this land by the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and is a key milestone in our ongoing journey of reconciliation and recognition.
Now that the Kings Square Renewal Project is complete, Walyalup Koort is the place to have fun, meet, play, dine and drink, shop, learn and relax.
Walyalup Civic Centre
The Walyalup Civic Centre was designed by internationally renowned Fremantle firm Kerry Hill Architects, the architects behind the incredible State Theatre Centre of WA and Perth Library and is a Fremantle landmark everyone can be proud of.
The Walyalup Civic Centre has been built for the whole community to use and enjoy and boasts a modern library, state-of-the-art information and customer service centre, a wide range of meeting rooms for public use, fully accessible toilets and change facilities and exhibition spaces.
The community facility was carefully crafted to provide better integration with the historic Fremantle Town Hall, which will create more opportunities for people to enjoy the beloved building and boasts a range of sustainability features, including a sophisticated automated opening facade system designed to capture Fremantle’s famous sea breezes.
A revamped city square comprising landscaped grass area, shady trees, public areas and new street furniture complete the Walyalup Civic Centre.
The Walyalup Civic Centre employs universal design principles, making it accessible for people with diverse abilities. There are ample public transport and parking options nearby.
Enjoy the Walyalup Civic Centre today
Our brand-new library at Walyalup Civic Centre in the heart of Fremantle is a place for everyone – a place to discover your next favourite read, to inspire your work, to think creatively, to learn through play, and a place to simply enjoy.
Library Spaces
To find out more about the rooms for hire in the library please visit SpacetoCo
Level 1 function and meeting spaces
Level 1 of the Walyalup Civic Centre boats spaces suitable for functions and events including conferences and exhibitions, as well as meetings and presentations. These spaces are available for community and corporate use and can accommodate up to 300 people.
To book, please view our spaces here.
For all enquiries please contact bookings@fremantle.wa.gov.au
Council Chamber – Bibbool (Paperbark)
The Council Chamber is a flexible event space that can accommodate up to 80 people – seated and 147 people standing. The space is suitable for daytime and evening functions includes a complimentary lectern, microphone and AV equipment. The adjacent breakout area overlooks Walyalup Koort, St John’s Church and the Walyalup Koort Playground. This level also has universal access toilet facilities.
| Event Space | |
| Space type | Council Chambers |
| Best for | Meetings, conferences, events |
| Occupancy | 147 |
| Resources | AV, 2 projectors, lectern, flexible room configuration |
Reception Room - Moodjar (Christmas Tree)
The Reception Room is a flexible event space that can accommodate up to 47 people. The adjacent breakout area overlooks Walyalup Koort, St John’s Church and the Walyalup Koort Playground. This level also has universal access toilet facilities, a small bar and commercial kitchen.
| Event Space | |
| Space type | Reception Room |
| Best for | Meetings, conferences, training, workshop |
| Occupancy | 47 |
| Resources | AV, projector, lectern, flexible room configuration |
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Reception Room |
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Monday - Friday between 8am - 7pm: |
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Community |
$25.90 per hour |
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Commercial |
$65.90 per hour |
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Monday - Friday between 7pm – 12am: |
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Community |
$62.40 per hour |
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Commercial |
$102.40 per hour |
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Saturday/Sunday between 9am - 5pm: |
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Community |
$46.60 per hour |
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Commercial |
$86.60 per hour |
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Council Chambers |
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Monday - Friday between 8am - 7pm: |
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Community |
$41.40 per hour |
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Commercial |
$81.40 per hour |
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Monday - Friday between 7pm-12am: |
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Community |
$98.50 per hour |
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Commercial |
$138.50 per hour |
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Saturday/Sunday between 9am - 5pm: |
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Community |
$78.00 per hour |
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Commercial |
$118.00 per hour |
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Reception Room and Council Chambers |
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Monday - Friday between 8am - 7pm: |
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Community |
$62.50 per hour |
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Commercial |
$102.50 per hour |
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Monday - Friday between 7pm – 12am: |
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Community |
$109.00 per hour |
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Commercial |
$149.00 per hour |
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Saturday/Sunday between 9am – 5pm |
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Community |
$88.00 per hour |
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Commercial |
$128.00 per hour |
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Saturday/Sunday between 5pm – 10pm |
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Community |
$130.00 per hour |
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Commercial |
$170.00 per hour |