Scarborough-Trigg boardwalk will only proceed if it stacks up

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 18:38 · Archive

Perth's proposed Scarborough-Trigg coastal boardwalk, planned for 20 years, will not be built unless it proves viable, Stirling mayor Mark Irwin warned.

The City of Stirling has appointed consulting firm GHD to progress planning for a proposed coastal boardwalk linking Scarborough and Trigg beaches. The project, first considered by council in 2005, has repeatedly stalled over community concerns, environmental questions and cost debate.

Speaking on Perth radio, Stirling mayor Mark Irwin said 'If it doesn't stack up on its merits, it won't be built, it'll be that simple'. The latest design phase covers only 15 per cent of the full design and is expected to complete by June 30. It will take into account feedback, refine the concept, update cost estimates and examine how the boardwalk could be constructed, also building on environmental investigations including a flora, vegetation and fauna survey of South Trigg Beach Reserve.

The city received almost 2,500 submissions during its 2025 community consultation phase, with 70 per cent supporting the project and 30 per cent objecting. Supporters argued it would improve pedestrian safety, accessibility and tourism, while objectors raised concerns about coastal impact and erosion. The estimated $18.5 million project will only progress beyond the current design stage if outside funding can be secured.

How it is being reported

• Controversial Scarborough to Trigg boardwalk won’t be built unless it stacks up, Mayor Mark Irwin warnsConsultants have been hired to take the Scarborough-Trigg boardwalk to its next stage, but Stirling mayor Mark Irwin has issued a blunt warning.The West Australian · 5 Nov, 18:00
• Controversial Scarborough to Trigg boardwalk won’t be built unless it stacks up, Mayor Mark Irwin warnsConsultants have been hired to take the Scarborough-Trigg boardwalk to its next stage, but Stirling mayor Mark Irwin has issued a blunt warning.Perth Now · 5 Nov, 18:00

In this story: City of Stirling · Mark Irwin · GHD · Scarborough · Trigg · South Trigg Beach Reserve

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