2013 ANNUAL REVIEW REFORMING | RESHAPING | REVITALISING We Make a Difference to Perth

Promoting & enabling change

2013 ANNUAL REVIEW REFORMING | RESHAPING | REVITALISING We make a difference to Perth

Through our thinking

Through our advocacy

Through the change we initiate

Through the knowledge we generate

Through our future focus Economic boosts such as in the arts is welcome in a year that has proven somewhat uncertain, with major changes and From the forecasts in the resources and energy sector having a roll out impact on many other corporates throughout WA. Chair While our gross state product totalled $239 billion in 2011- 12, growing 6.7%, above its annual average growth of 4.6% The impact of over the past five years, the West Australian Treasury has change in 2013 predicted that this will slow again to around 4.5% over the next 3-4 years. In the face of this much change, the role of the Committee for Perth is more important than ever. It is vital that we 2013 has brought much change for Perth - physically, ensure Perth both plans for and adapts to change in the best culturally, economically - and it is pleasing that this change is way possible so we can realise the best possible iteration in line with the vision of the Committee for Perth and brings of our region as articulated in last year’s Towards a Bright to realisation much of our long term advocacy. Future publication. For example, the newly elected State Government’s plans to This blue print for what Perth could be when we are a region reduce the number of local governments in the metropolitan of 3.5 million people - which on a conservative estimate is area from 30 to 14 is in line with our commitment to the only 30-40 years away - portrays the best city and region need for local government reform and is something that we that could emerge from this change and it’s one in which I have been advocating for since 2007. want to live and invest. Similarly, we welcomed the State’s announcement As we look forward to 2014, I believe the research confirming the first stage of the MAX light rail project. Our produced by the Committee for Perth, the debates we Reshaping Working Group identified that the establishment catalyse and inform and the outcomes we seek to influence of a light rail network in the Perth metropolitan region will realise even further benefit for all. should be a priority advocacy area in 2009. I thank our membership for their continued support In July, the first trains travelled through the new Fremantle and commitment to investing in and contributing to a rail tunnel. This marks an historic milestone in the Perth City bright future for Perth. Without our members’ shared Link project which we have supported since inception. passion for realising an integrated and dynamic city and their commitment to underwriting our sustainability, the We also welcomed continued construction on Elizabeth conversations about the strategic direction of our region Quay and the commencement of site works on the new would be less informed and more fractious. multi-purpose sports stadium which we believe are both vital projects in making Perth a more globally competitive region. Our goal is for the Committee to continue to grow and now we are almost 100 members strong. This provides us with When combined with urban development projects that a revenue base of $1.6m through which to run a small and we have celebrated through our newsletter such as the nimble executive and invest in a significant research agenda. pioneering Brookfield Place, the City of Perth’s new Whilst we are very effective at leveraging our resources, we affordable rental housing in East Perth, the revitalised Perth need to continue to grow our capacity to influence. Cultural Centre, the development of King’s Square, and the revitalisation of suburban areas such as Cockburn Place, the We depend on membership to be influential. We have physical face of Perth has definitely changed this year. been fortunate to have had the support of many of Perth’s stewardship brands who have done the heavy lifting during But our cultural make up has also changed. Our population our early years both in terms of financial commitment and has continued to grow and, as 60% of this growth is as a supporting the work we have done. Our focus is to retain result of overseas migration, Perth is continuing to evolve our members and welcome others who want Perth to be a into a modern and cosmopolitan capital city. Our FACTBase great place to live and invest. data revealed that 35% of the population of Perth and Peel were born overseas, 10% higher than the national average Through my first year as Chair of the Committee I have of almost 25%. enjoyed the interaction I have had with our members, particularly through the newly established Chairman’s 20 Hand in hand with this increasing diversity, a change Advisory Group and I value the ideas these forums generate. has also been identified in our cultural expectations and engagement. Our Examining Perth’s Performing Arts It is also important to acknowledge the energy and Infrastructure research released in June revealed that not dedication of our executive team and our extended team only is Perth’s cultural sector thriving - it is growing year on of researchers and consultants who together produce year. an outstanding and significant body of work. Under the leadership of CEO Marion Fulker, the Committee’s output, These cultural participation rates have definitely been influence and reputation grows year on year and we are boosted by the first full FRINGE WORLD festival that was realising tangible and measurable outcomes that are held at the start of the year. An enormous success, following changing the face of our region. on from the 2012 trial, FRINGE WORLD was attended by more than 215,000 people and resulted in an economic As we look forward to 2014, our activities and advocacy impact of just over $27.7 million. agenda will be guided by a new strategic plan and informed through consultation with our members so that all of our With this growth comes the need for well planned, new efforts are directed towards making Perth the best it possibly infrastructure such as the need for a new lyric theatre in can be. the city. Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 1 From the CEO A catalysing force for positive change

Advocating for projects and issues that the Committee been through a period of fierce competition for investment believes will increase Perth’s liveability and advance its global and talented people and is positive about the changes reputation is a busy and rewarding role. No two days are the this period will bring. Perth’s transformation will be just same as we seek to influence the policies and projects that as dramatic and the Committee’s role is to be the ringing will positively impact on Perth’s future. endorsement for positive change that will cement our position as Australia’s western gateway and major trading Our advocacy work is focused on reforming the regulatory partner with Asia. environment; reshaping the physical environment; and revitalising the cultural environment. We have had a number The Committee’s goal is for Perth to be a highly liveable of wins this year with local government reform progressing, and globally competitive region. Our members, who are major projects such as Elizabeth Quay underway and a from diverse sectors, come together under our brand to commitment by government to look at the future needs of be a unified voice on how this can be achieved. As major infrstructure for the arts and cultural sector. employers and investors in Perth’s future it is so rewarding to work with the region’s stewardship brands as a continuing It is our extensive knowledge base which provides a robust catalysing force for positive change. platform from which we can advocate for change and so we direct all non-operational funds towards research, be It I thank each and every one of our members and particularly academic, desktop or on the ground. those who have supported our work for five or more years and these are highlighted in our member listing on page Late last year we released Towards a Bright Future, which is 6. It is a privilege and pleasure to work with our entire a blue print for Perth at 3.5 million people. In line with our membership and I value the hours that are contributed to our role to catalyse thinking and action, our work in this area has working groups and steering committees. had strong resonance inside and outside of government with many of the 20 recommendations we made being actioned. I would also like to thank the board for their support and the way that we work together in achieving our strategic goals as Mid-year we released a substantial report that examined well as my team who work tirelessly to support me in these Perth’s major performing arts infrastructure. Despite it being endeavours. a piece of work that had been required for some time, there seemed no single party that could advance it so we A personal highlight this year was being appointed as commissioned an audit of existing infrastructure and then Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the School of Earth and benchmarked these facilities against other relevant cities Environment at the University of Western Australia. This to see how Perth compared. In the process we found that provides further opportunities for me to explore the findings Perth’s audiences were growing which is in stark contrast to of previous study tours and the learnings they bring for Perth. the decline occurring in most other cities. Our report became the game changer in terms of advancing the discussion about As you read through this report you will findmore detail on future requirements in which performing arts can flourish in our advocacy agenda and the research, work and activity that the region. has occurred in 2013 to support this while also considering our agenda for 2014 and our ongoing strategic direction. Our other major report to be released before year’s end is an output of our FACTBase research project and examines Perth and the global connections of its people, economy and political influence. However the biggest fact finding im ssion this year was an on the ground examination of cities where public transport has alleviated congestion and provided opportunities for new forms of development. Over 28 days I visited 9 cities and met with academics, developers, government representatives, and consultants to better understand the nexus between public transport and the reshaping of cities. These learnings have been communicated widely since my return and have been appreciated by those working in government to stem the tide of Perth’s traffic congestion urban sprawl. Coming along with me on this study tour were a large number of followers on Facebook. This is the first time that we have used social media so extensively. I posted 5 thought starting images each day and many people have told me how much they enjoyed coming along for the virtual ride. The final day of my tour was spent in London which is experiencing above and below ground transformation that will reclaim its position as Europe’s major capital. London has 2 Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 Our Purpose Our Mission The Committee for Perth promotes and enables change We provide a systematic channel through which Perth’s that improves the cultural diversity, economic prosperity, business and community leaders can make an enduring sustainability and world-class amenity of Perth. contribution to our vision. Our Vision Our Structure Our vision is for a city with an integrated, strategic plan We are a member-based organisation whose members are which ensures that metropolitan Perth: actively involved in creating the structure of the business • promotes the high value of its people; as well as many of the initiatives that we undertake. We • embraces its natural environment; are governed by a board who are responsible for shaping • is vibrant and innovative; the strategic direction of the organisation and focusing on • participates on the world stage; and the key areas of growth, visioning and our FACTBase joint • has a strong sense of place. venture research project.

Our Team Our Alumni The operational side of the organisation is led by Marion Perth’s Alumni acts in both an advisory and advocacy role Fulker, CEO. Marion’s experience in advocacy and policy with input to the board and sub-committees as well as our development combines with her network of influential working groups. Statesmen and women who are contacts to drive much of our activity. passionate about Perth are invited to join Perth’s Alumni in order to offer their expertise and established networks Angela Gaedke, Director Corporate Strategy, Holly Fulker, which further enhance our profile, influence and Member Service Coordinator and Chanel Kingston, Office knowledge base. Administrator complete the permanent staff. Perth’s Alumni is Chaired by Kerry Sanderson AO with This small yet effective team is supported by the work of Dr Ken Michael AC acting as Patron. many of our members through our working groups as well as a network of freelance researchers and writers. Our Members of Perth’s Alumni are: researchers include academics from The University of Western Australia working on our FACTBase joint venture • Ken Michael, AC, Patron research project as well as commissioned work from • Kerry Sanderson, AO, Chair independent consultants. • Sam Walsh, AO • Adrian Fini • Alan Cransberg • Alan Robson, AM CitWA Our Board • Fiona Wood, FRACS AM • Fred Chaney, AO Our board members represent a cross section of industry • Ian Ashby including Mining, Oil & Gas, Finance & Banking, and Media • Ian Fletcher which brings a wealth of experience to the table. • Janet Holmes à Court, AC • Jeanette Hacket, AM The specialised knowledge represented by our Directors • John Atkins includes law, commerce, business strategy, government • John Inverarity, CitWA MBE relations, not for profit management, accountancy and • John Poynton, AM higher education. • Judy Monaghan • Malcolm McCusker, AC CVO QC • John Langoulant, AO, Chair • Margaret Seares, AO • John Atkins, Deputy Chair • Marion Fulker • Julius Matthys • Mark Barnaba, CitWA • Gene Tilbrook • Michael Chaney, AO • Joanne Farrell • Michael Monaghan • Linda Wayman • Patricia Kailis, OBE AM • Rob Cole • Paul Murray • Gaye McMath • Richard Walley, OAM • Diane Smith-Gander • Rory Argyle • Stuart Hicks Company Secretary - Paul Branston • The Rt. Hon. Lisa Scaffidi • Tony Howarth, AO • Warwick Hemsley

Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 3 2013 at a glance Research The year’s most significant activities

Light Rail Stakeholder February Group receive presentation Insight newsletter FACT Sheet 2 by DoT on MAX light rail published released Jan Feb FACTBase 29 Liquor licensing Released review submission Cultural Diversity - Country of Birth

Getting there from here - National May Delivering WA’s Growth Youth Arts Urban Policy Insight newsletter and Renewal to WA Major Hub trial Conference, Sydney published Projects Conference May

Perth In Focus - City of Perth’s Key Introduction to Made in Australia Worker Housing Project the Committee inspection for Perth FACTBase 30 Released Profile of Perth’s overseas born population Examining Perth’s Annual Introduction to Performing Arts Chairman’s the Committee Infrastructure released Luncheon for Perth Jun

June Perth In Focus - Build it Filling the Pool Insight newsletter and they will come - Research project published Perth’s arts infrastructure launched

Perth In Focus October Study Tour Findings Food for Thought Reflections on Insight newsletter to Department of Developing WA Perth from afar published Transport Infrastructure Oct

EWLF Personal Chairman’s 20 September Corporate Branding Avisory Group Insight newsletter Luncheon published Food for Thought Reconciliation November AGM and Insight newsletter Food for Thought published Luncheon Nov The role of Committees for In Touch Perth as a globally migration Cities and Regions Personal connected city - to Office of meeting in Corporate FACTBase Special Multicultural Gippsland Branding Report released Interests Issues based Committee Research Presentations Towards a advocacy Events activities Bright Future

EWLF - A March Insight Committees for FACT Sheet 2 conversation with newsletter Cities and Regions released Lorissa Kelly published meeting in Sydney Mar

Perth Graduates’ Towards a Bright Future Perth In Focus – Perth as Forum - Perth’s to Institute of Public a global minerals and Cultural Diversity Works Engineers energy resources hub Australia Inaugural Chairman’s 20 Avisory Group In Touch - Leadership WA luncheon Brookfield Place Future Vision – A long tour term view for WA Apr

Introduction to Submission to Metropolitan April Insight Submission to Towards a Bright the Committee Local Government Reform newsletter Draft State Future to WA for Perth paper published Planning Public Practice Strategy Conference

Introduction to Perth In Focus - Hosted local government July the Committee Local Government reform experts Insight newsletter New website for Perth Reform from QLD and NZ published launched Jul

EWLF - A Exclusive Briefing - Conversation about Local Government CEO Success Reform Food for Thought Brookfield Place Tour August FACT Sheet 3 Insight newsletter CEO study released published tour Sep Aug September CEO study Perth Graduates’ Insight newsletter tour Forum - major projects published update by MRA December Insight newsletter Submission on End of year published Draft Aviation End of Year Insight newsletter Strategy Celebration published Dec

Perth as a globally Submission on Submission on RAP 2014-15 connected city - Planning Provisions Planning Makes It Released FACTBase Special for Affordable Happen Phase 2 Report released Housing Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 5 Membership Recognising our partnerships in 2013

We thank all organisations who have held membership in 2013 for their valuable contribution to our sustainability and for helping us work towards achieving our vision. Without their engagement and willingness to contribute their time, financial support and energy, we would not be able to fulfil our goal of promoting and enabling change to increase the liveability of Perth. We are pleased to see that many of the most recognised brands that matter to Perth, both large and small, have chosen to align with our vision and we look forward to welcoming additional stewardship organisations as they also commit to realising the long term bright future for Perth. Foundation Members contributing $50,000 per annum 5 year + members

Corporate Members contributing $27,500 per annum 5 year + members

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Executive Members Aurizon Leighton Properties PDM contributing $11,000 Clough Mirvac PricewaterhouseCoopers per annum Corrs Chambers Westgarth Monadelphous Group RPS 5 year + member Crown Perth Norman Disney & Young Santos Hyatt Regency Perth Perth Convention and St Ives Group John Holland Exhibition Centre The Brand Agency Ipsos Australia Placer Management WorleyParsons Business Members Wison Group contributing $5,500 per annum

5 year + members ABN Group Downer Australia Marketforce Abigroup Contractors FJM Property Mermaid Marine APP Corporation Gold Corporation Navitas Ltd Argonaut Limited Gresham Advisory Partners North West Shelf Venture ARUP Hames Sharley Oakajee Port and Rail Ashurst HASSELL Peet Limited Atlas Hess Exploration Australia Perron Group Australand Holdings Holman Fenwick Willan Perth Energy Pty Ltd Built FJM Property Sinclair Knight Merz Bristow Helicopters Australia Gold Corporation Southern Cross Austereo Cedar Woods Properties Hames Sharley St John of God Healthcare Churchill Consulting HASSELL Stockland CJD Equipment Hess Exploration Australia Thinc Projects Clarity Communications Holman Fenwick Willan TPG—Town Planning Urban Design & Heritage Clifford Chance JOHNSTAFF Projects TRG Properties Colliers International Jones Lang LaSalle Urbis Pty Ltd Cox Howlett & Bailey Woodland Lester Group WSP DBNGP (WA) Nominees MacroPlan Dimasi West Coast Eagles Football Club Local Government Members Westfield Ltd contributing $5,500 City of Fremantle per annum City of Perth City of Gosnells City of South Perth City of Melville City of Subiaco Shire of Kalamunda 6 Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 Advocacy at work Realising results in 2013

The Committee for Perth is an advocacy body, working on behalf of our members with the explicit purpose of promoting and enabling change that improves the cultural diversity, economic prosperity, sustainability and world-class amenity of Perth. There have been many positive changes in the Perth region this year as a result of our work.

The region is undoubtedly much more vibrant. Progress is being made on developments such as the Elizabeth Quay, shopping hours have been liberated, public transport and light rail is on the agenda and the crucial process of local government reform has begun.

Our role is not to implement the outcomes but to ‘kick start the doing’ by providing the evidence, encouraging and informing conversations, recommending courses of action and leading by example. This is achieved through our unique model of advocacy which guides us through phases of each project from concept to implementation.

The model reflects our long term view which spans well beyond political cycles and moves through four distinct phases of advocacy. We aim to assist government in its policy development by providing research based intelligence on a range of issues and transformational projects currently underway and those proposed for the future.

Our issues radar highlights twelve issues on which advocacy activity is focused. They are at varying stages in our advocacy model and nearly all have seen some significant progress this year.

The issues all come under the recommendations of our Towards a Bright Future report and then fall into our three focus streams of Reshaping, Reforming and Revitalising.

Promoting and encouraging action that progresses the twenty recommendations outlined in Towards a Bright Future.

Developing initiatives, advocacy and monitoring programs in order to champion our vision related to sustainability, city making projects, public spaces and public transport.

Developing initiatives to progress the deregulation of government policies that negatively impact on the liveability and competitiveness of Perth.

Catalysing activity and developing initiatives to deliver on our vision by progressing the recommendations contained in the Cultural Compact that utilises arts and culture to increase the vibrancy of Perth.

Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 7 Advocacy in action

Transport and Congestion

• Vision Keeping – Following State Government’s commitment to MAX Light Rail. • Catalysing – Undertook international study tour to better understand how integrated public transport networks alleviate congestion and create opportunities for urban living both downtown and in the suburbs. • Advocating – Published report into Public Transport Growth.

Local Government Reform

• Advocating – Prepared and lodged our response to the Metropolitan Local Government Independent Review Panel report. • Advocating – Hosted an east coast expert along with three experts from New Zealand to bring on the ground reform experiences to Perth. • Advocating – Held event Local Government Reform is Critical to Perth’s Future. • Advocating – Held private members’ only dinner with a briefing from the Minister on Local Government reform. • Decision – Media Release Local government reform welcome.

Reconciliation

• Advocating – Held Food for Thought event featuring Hon. Fred Chaney AO and Glen Kelly, CEO, SWALC. • Advocating – Prepared and published our 2014-15 Reconciliation Action Plan.

Cultural Vibrancy

• Advocating – Propel Youth Arts held a second successful trial of the Youth Arts Hub outlined in A Cultural Compact. • Catalysing – Prepared an audit and benchmark comparison in Examining Perth’s Major Preforming Arts Infrastructure report. • Advocating – Held event Build it and they will come to hear about plans for WA’s new museum. • Advocating – Media release Perth needs twice as many arts venues. • Catalysing – Members of the Revitalising Working Group explored the idea of holding a major Indigenous Festival to coincide with the Perth Festival. • Advocating – Supported FRINGE WORLD. • Advocating – Continued to research cultural institutions during the international study tour to gain further knowledge to advance the discussion on a World Centre for Indigenous Culture as detailed in Cultural Centres Combined Reports. Liquor Licensing

• Advocating – Prepared a submission to the Liquor Act Review.

8 Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 Transformational projects

• Outcomes – HASSELL took our members on two site inspections of Brookfield Place. • Advocating – Held event How Perth’s changing landscape is improving our vibrancy. • Advocating – Continued to research waterfronts and urban renewal projects through international study tours to gain further knowledge to advance the discussion with the findings shared at event Reflections on Perth from Afar … what can we learn? Diversity

• Advocating – Released FACTBase 28 Religious Diversity. • Advocating – Released FACTBase Bulletin 29 Cultural Diversity, Country of Birth. • Advocating – Media Release Perth: Australia’s Most Diverse Capital. • Advocating – Released FACTBase Bulletin 30 – The profile and spatial distribution of Perth’s overseas-born population. • Advocating – Media release Perth, a multicultural mecca. • Catalysing – Held event Considering Perth’s Cultural Diversity. • Catalysing – Launched Filling the Pool gender equity project with major funding partner Shell Australia. • Catalysing – Held event A Conversation about CEO Success. • Advocating – Presented to Office of Multicultural Interests forumThe role of migration in a bright future for Perth. • Advocating – Drafted opinion Piece Are we doing today’s young women a disservice? Planning

• Advocating – Prepared a submission to the Draft State Planning Strategy. • Advocating – Held event Development of infrastructure that WA needs to keep pace with growth is being threatened by the need to balance budgets - what can be done? • Advocating – Prepared a submission to draft WA State Aviation Strategy. Economic prosperity

• Advocating – Released FACTBase Bulletin 31 Perth’s Global Connectivity in Energy. • Advocating – Released FACTBase Special Report: Perth as a globally connected city. • Advocating – Released FACT Sheet No. 2 and No. 3 Key facts about Perth and Western Australia. • Advocating – Media release Perth, the evolving economic powerhouse. • Advocating – Media release Perth is Australia’s connected energy city.

Population Growth

• Advocating – Continued to promote our bright future vision as detailed in Towards a Bright Future, a blue print for Perth as a region of 3.5 million people. • Catalysing – Held event Made in Australia: Can Australia cope with a population of 62 million by 2021?

Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 9 Building our fact base Expanding and sharing our knowledge in 2013

Our advocacy work is underpinned by a significant archive We have an experienced and wide ranging team of of data, knowledge and ideas curated through our intensive academic and non-academic researchers and consultants focus on research. who work closely with the Committee on both long and short term projects to help inform our positions on issues We invest about a third of our annual operating budget impacting the future of Perth. This, in turn, feeds into the into research which can be separated into three streams: development and advancement of our advocacy agenda. FACTBase long term academic research; investigative and consultative research; and short term research projects. All research projects are overseen by Committee for Perth CEO and Adjunct Senior Research Fellow, Marion Fulker who The knowledge database resulting from this is substantial works closely with all researchers to establish the strategic and is widely respected and referenced thanks to the unique direction and research brief for every paper and report. blend of academic, desktop and on the ground research, She also undertakes extensive on the ground research which brings robust and real world application to our through regular national and international study tours and findings. promotes the findings broadly throughout the business and government communities. Long Term Academic Research - FACTBase

Our joint research initiative with The University of Western Australia to benchmark the liveability of Perth locally, nationally and internationally continues to produce quality and unique data that reveals Perth’s global connectedness and economic, social, demographic and political character.

In 2013 we have published the following papers through the FACTBase project which brings our total output to 31 FACTBase bulletins, 2 special reports, 3 FACT Sheets. FACTBase Bulletin 29 - Changes and Trends in Perth’s Cultural Diversity – Country of Birth Change & Diversity

This Bulletin focuses on changes in ethnic diversity in Perth between 2001 and 2011 relative to change in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide and reveals that WA is the most demographically multicultural state when compared to New South, Wales, Victoria and South Australia.

FACTBase Bulletin 30 - The Profile and Spatial Distribution of Perth’s Overseas Born Population

By examining the challenges and implications that metropolitan Perth and the Peel region face from increasing levels of multicultural diversity, this Bulletin finds that Perth is continuing to evolve into a modern and cosmopolitan capital city. Perth and the Peel region now officially have 10% more overseas born residents living in them than the national average. FACTBase Bulletin 31 - Perth’s Global Connectivity in Energy

This Bulletin revealed that Perth ranks in the world’s top 15 cities for both incoming and outgoing connections and that Perth is Australia’s most connected capital city when it comes to well established networks in the global energy sector. The data provides insight into future potential sources of investment and strategic partnerships that might benefit Perth. FACTBase Special Report - Perth as a Globally Connected City

Perth has a strong tradition of global connectedness, historically relying on migration of people to drive social and economic growth, as well as globally strong political and economic relations that have supported its industrial development.

Traditionally measured by people movements and trade volumes through our air and sea ports, understanding Perth’s global connectivity and influence is increasingly difficult with the introduction of the Internet and social media that create a new layer of virtual connectivity.

This new report cuts through these layers by focusing in on our economic, people and political connectivity with the aim of revealing a region of unique and diverse attributes that is underwritten by an increasingly highly specialised and skilled workforce and acculturated society.. FACT Sheet 2 and 3 - Key Facts About Perth & Western Australia

10 Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 Investigative and Consultative Research

The Committee’s non-academic research comprises a significant part of our knowledge bank and is particularly impactful through its real world and every day applications. Individual research papers or projects are commissioned in order to help the Committee respond in the most informed and appropriate way to particular issues or trends. As a fact based organisation all of our advocacy is based on the findings of independently sourced data rather than public opinion or popular misconception. Our non-academic research is vital in the development of our positions. In 2013, our investigative and consultative research has included: Examining Perth’s Performing Arts Infrastructure Based on the premise that high quality cultural facilities are integral to any liveable, modern city and that while Perth is considered highly liveable in terms of a high standard of living, the area of arts and culture has not traditionally been viewed as one of the region’s strengths, we commissioned an audit of major performing arts infrastructure in the Perth and Peel region and an accompanying analysis of the audit in order to benchmark Perth’s major performing arts Infrastructure offerings against other cities. Branded Cities A positive reputation or strong competitive identity is critical for any city and so we examined the top ten city brands in the world, as identified by the 2011 Anholt-Roper City Brands Index (CBI). This examination scrutinised the ranking of each city and their performance against the six “identity” criteria applied by the Index: presence, place, pre-requisites, people, pulse and potential. Each article examines the unique city characteristics that contribute to its international identity; assesses specific government or private sector initiatives to boost the city’s identity; and identifies lessons for Perth. Cost of Living This research series aims to inform the conversation around the rising costs of living that we are experiencing in Perth and other Australian cities. By considering the data and examining the causes of rising costs of living, we aim to identify what can be done by government and the private sector to address the issue.

Cost of Living 4: Soaring rents fuel household stress, August 2013 Cost of Living 3: Eating out in Perth - are we paying too much? August 2013 Cost of Living 2: Information Technology - why do Australians pay more, July 2013 Cost of Living 1: The growing cost of life in Perth, June 2013

On the Ground Research Study tours and the relationships that are formed as a result are instrumental in providing ideas and inspiration for Perth as we grow. The 2013 tour focused on density, transit and affordable housing. It examined how other cities were addressing a number of urban issues, including development around transport infrastructure and the important issue of affordable housing and whether there were solutions through the integration of the two. It also focused on cultural institutions and placemaking and the impact that successful projects in these areas can have on a city.

Short Term Research - Filling the Pool Filling the Pool is an 18-24 month project that is exploring how Western Australian businesses can increase participation rates of female leaders in order to enhance their long term prosperity. The research aims to produce a clear understanding of Perth’s corporate landscape in terms of middle to senior level women; identify the similarities and differences of that landscape with other Australian capital cities; provide recommendations to retain professional women and increase participation rates and provide women with a guide to success in the corporate world. A project of this enormity requires additional funding. We acknowledge major funding partner Shell along with supporting project partners: the Department of Local Government and Communities, EY, Westpac and WorleyParsons. Research team

Professor Marion Dr Kirsten Dr Paul Dr Veronica Dr Paul Gemma Dr Terry Professor Matthew Fulker, CEO, Martinus, Huddleston, Huddleston, Maginn, Davis, Fitzsimmons Victor Callan Tonts, Committee for FACTBase FACTBase FACTBase FACTBase Contract Filling the Filling FACTBase Perth and researcher researcher researcher researcher researcher Pool Lead the Pool convenor Adjunct Senior Researcher Researcher Research Fellow, UWA Committee for Perth Annual Review, Published November 2013 11 Seen at Perth in focus in 2013... Our major public event stream saw five events focusing on Perth as a global minerals and resources energy hub, a city in a country of potentially 61 million people, Perth’s new museum and major performing arts, local government reform and reflecting on what Perth can learn.

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Further information on the Committee for Perth along with our ongoing advocacy, research reports, publications and submissions are available on our website: www.committeeforperth.com.au