Coastal
Wanneroo is home to 32kms of awe-inspiring coastline key to the City’s liveability and visitor economy. Two Marina’s offer commercial fishing, recreational boating and water sports, accommodation and hospitality opportunities whilst emerging coastal dining and recreational precincts are located in the fast-growing residential developments along the northern coastal corridor. The coastal lifestyle makes Wanneroo a great place to live or visit offering a range of investment opportunities.
Coastal
Wanneroo is home to 32kms of awe-inspiring coastline key to the City’s liveability and visitor economy. Two Marina’s offer commercial fishing, recreational boating and water sports, accommodation and hospitality opportunities whilst emerging coastal dining and recreational precincts are located in the fast-growing residential developments along the northern coastal corridor. The coastal lifestyle makes Wanneroo a great place to live or visit offering a range of investment opportunities.
Two Rocks
Two Rocks Marina, located 63 kilometres north of Perth, supports both the rock lobster industry and recreational boating. It is a popular spot for fishing and features various amenities, including boat pens and berths, a boat ramp, service wharf, boat lifting facility, hardstand and fuel station.
The ongoing Two Rocks Marina Upgrade Project aims to modernise the infrastructure, enhancing its services to better meet user needs and paving the way for future redevelopment. With significant investment from the WA State Government, the transformation will turn the marina into a vibrant beachfront hub, offering all the amenities for an aspirational coastal lifestyle for both locals and tourists.
Retail
Wanneroo has a vibrant retail and hospitality scene, catering to both locals and visitors. With its shopping centres, specialty stores and various dining options—from fine dining to casual cafes—the city offers an enjoyable experience.
As Wanneroo rapidly grows, significant retail opportunities are emerging, with the existing 36 activity centres estimated to grow to 61, including Yanchep Strategic Metropolitan Centre.
Retail
Wanneroo has a vibrant retail and hospitality scene, catering to both locals and visitors. With its shopping centres, specialty stores and various dining options—from fine dining to casual cafes—the city offers an enjoyable experience.
As Wanneroo rapidly grows, significant retail opportunities are emerging, with the existing 36 activity centres estimated to grow to 61, including Yanchep Strategic Metropolitan Centre.
Neerabup National Park
Neerabup National Park is a 12-kilometer-long strip of bushland perfect for peaceful picnics, leisurely walks, and scenic drives. It holds cultural significance as it protects part of an ancient Indigenous Australian migration route and forms a section of the Yaberoo Budjara Heritage Trail, which traces the movements of the Yellagonga tribe and highlights historical, Aboriginal, and natural features. Additionally, the park serves as a vital wildlife corridor, facilitating the movement of native animals along the coastal plain and adjacent wetlands.
Yellagonga Regional Park
Yellagonga Regional Park, covering over 1,400 hectares, is a significant natural area in the heart of suburbia. Established in 1989, the park is named in honour of Yellagonga, a prominent Whadjuk Noongar leader of the Mooro people. It conserves 550 hectares of Wanneroo wetlands, including Lake Joondalup, Beenup Swamp, Walluburnup Swamp and Lake Goollelal. A portion of the park was reserved in 1975 under the Perth Metropolitan Region Scheme, and it was officially named Yellagonga Regional Park in 1990 to recognize its historical connection to the City of Wanneroo and its indigenous heritage.
Neerabup Industrial
The Neerabup Industrial Area is set to become the City’s largest industrial zone, providing up to 30,000 local jobs. Spanning 1,000 hectares, it is already home to the world-leading Australian Automation & Robotics Precinct and will soon include a Resource Recovery Precinct. Perfectly positioned to meet the industrial needs of Perth’s growing north-west corridor, the area offers ample space and potential, and will accommodate over 20,000 employees. The development is being implemented in stages, with a range of industrial lots available to suit individual business needs, including freehold options for those seeking a blank canvas.
Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct (AARP)
This 51-hectare facility, managed by the State Government through DevelopmentWA and operated by CORE Innovation Hub, focuses on research, development, and training in automation, robotics systems and equipment, remote operations, and net-zero technologies.
The AARP supports a wide range of industries, including mining, agriculture, and logistics, by offering access to one of the biggest testing and development facilities in the world. Construction is underway on a $7.3 million Common User Facility, set to become the AARP headquarters by 2024. This state-of-the-art building will feature co-working spaces, research labs, workshops, and showcase areas, all powered by emission-free solar energy connected to a battery and microgrid network.
Resource Recovery Precinct
Neerabup Waste Innovation Precinct will be a purpose-built facility that will transform waste into a valuable resource. This precinct will unite waste collectors with innovative users of this resource, both public and private, and allow the City to participate actively in the circular economy.
Wanneroo Raceway
CARCO.com.au Raceway in Neerabup is significant venue for motorsport in Perth. Since its opening in 1969, it has been a key location for racing enthusiasts and club-level events. Managed by the WA Sporting Car Club, the 2.411 km circuit offers a versatile and well-maintained track for various motorsport events throughout the year.
Wangara Industrial
The Wangara Industrial Area is a key hub for manufacturing, engineering, and construction. With its proximity to major transport routes and access to a skilled workforce, Wangara is ideal for businesses seeking to expand or relocate. Investment opportunities include land and property purchases, development partnerships, and joint ventures.
As one of the busiest industrial zones in Perth’s north-west corridor, Wangara benefits from excellent transport connections and is an NBN Business Fibre Zone, ensuring superior business connectivity. The City is also advancing the Wangara Smart City Technology project, which includes expanding CCTV infrastructure to enhance safety and security in the area.
Construction is Wanneroo’s largest industry, with 4,347 businesses and 12,300 employees.
The Manufacturing sector in Wanneroo is large and expanding, featuring 754 businesses and employing 5,990 people in the production of high-tech goods and services.
The Professional, Scientific & Technical Services industry is on the rise in Wanneroo, with employment increasing by 36% over the past five years.
East Wanneroo
East Wanneroo is set to become a major centre for urban growth, with plans for 55,000 new dwellings accommodating 150,000 residents. The development will offer a wide range of amenities, including education, healthcare, retail, recreation, and more, creating a vibrant and fully equipped community.
Northern Growth Corridor
The Northern Coastal Corridor is a key growth area within the City, with significant development planned over the coming years. It is set to evolve into a major residential and commercial hub, offering diverse investment opportunities in retail, hospitality, and professional services. Prospective investments include business relocation and expansion, property development, joint ventures, and direct investment.
Urban
Wanneroo is experiencing rapid population growth and is expected to grow from 235,994 in 2024 to over 437,000 residents in 2046 representing both a growing consumer and skills base. This growth brings with it significant opportunities in residential and commercial construction, education, health care and social assistance and retail with the existing 36 activity centres estimated to grow to 61 including Yanchep Strategic Metropolitan Centre.
Industrial
Agri-precinct
The North Wanneroo Agri-precinct has a long history of agricultural practice making a significant contribution to Perth’s fresh food production and is known for the production of a wide range of agricultural products including vegetables, turf, cut flowers and commercial nursery/tree products.
Due to urbanisation and climate change this precinct is experiencing rapid change with new opportunities emerging for value-add food and beverage products, agri-tourism, and hydroponics/aquaponics.
Agri-precinct
The North Wanneroo Agri-precinct has a long history of agricultural practice making a significant contribution to Perth’s fresh food production and is known for the production of a wide range of agricultural products including vegetables, turf, cut flowers and commercial nursery/tree products.
Due to urbanisation and climate change this precinct is experiencing rapid change with new opportunities emerging for value-add food and beverage products, agri-tourism, and hydroponics/aquaponics.
Parks & Recreation
Part of what makes Wanneroo unique is an extensive network of lakes, wetlands and caves that form our National and Regional Parks offering a range of recreational opportunities. Master planning has been undertaken to identify opportunities for private investment and partnerships whilst preserving these natural assets for generations. The large land bank of State Forest represents a future opportunity with a range of potential public and private uses being considered by State Government.
Urban
Wanneroo is experiencing rapid population growth and is expected to grow from 235,994 in 2024 to over 437,000 residents in 2046 representing both a growing consumer and skills base. This growth brings with it significant opportunities in residential and commercial construction, education, health care and social assistance and retail with the existing 36 activity centres estimated to grow to 61 including Yanchep Strategic Metropolitan Centre.
