Hall Park in Mandurah WA is causing a war between locals and the council

News.com.au - 12/02
A small parcel of land on track to become a bustling commercial hub has caused major upset over claims it will “devastate” locals, cripple nearby businesses, and destroy “A class reserve” land.

A small parcel of land on track to become a bustling commercial hub has caused major upset over claims it will “devastate” locals, cripple nearby businesses, and destroy “A class reserve” land.

Hall Park, located in Mandurah, about an hour south of Perth, has for the past 75 years been home to funfair, King Carnival, which recently closed permanently as its decades-long lease expired.

Mandurah Council’s plan for what will now become of the land has ignited fury among the community, as thousands vow to put up a relentless fight to protect what they believe should be left alone.

The proposed development included a restaurant, microbrewery, a minigolf course, a cafe and chocolate factory, and 202 bay car park.

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