A Land Dispute Between Government and City
The construction of a new primary school in East Perth has sparked a heated dispute between the Western Australian government and the City of Perth, led by Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas. The government plans to acquire land currently used as a car park for the school, a move that has angered the City, which claims it was not offered a fair deal.
The government argues that the school is necessary to address overcrowding in the public school system and that the chosen location is ideal. However, the City contends that the land is worth $40 million and that the government has not offered adequate compensation.
The government has proposed splitting the land into three lots, with two used for the school and the third retained by the City. The City would also receive $4 million to compensate for the loss of revenue from the car park. However, the City maintains that this is not a fair offer.
The government has accused the City of playing politics, pointing to other local governments that have given up land for state developments. The City, in turn, has accused the government of bullying and stealing.
The dispute has escalated into a political battle, with both the government and the opposition accusing each other of playing politics. The outcome of the dispute remains uncertain, but it is likely to have implications for the upcoming state election.
The government plans to build a new primary school in East Perth.
The school will be built on land currently used as a car park.
The City of Perth is opposed to the plan, claiming it was not offered a fair deal.
The government has accused the City of playing politics.
The City has accused the government of bullying and stealing.
The dispute is likely to have implications for the upcoming state election.