Published on Monday, 30 October 2023 at 9:29:15 AM

The City of Vincent is seeking feedback on renaming or dual naming Banks Reserve in Mount Lawley.

Dual naming is where places are officially recognised by two distinct names. One name is usually of Aboriginal language origin and the other of non-Aboriginal origin.

Renaming is where the existing official name is completely changed.

This proposal includes dual naming this reserve Warndoolier / Banks Reserve or renaming it Warndoolier.

Banks Reserve sits on the Swan River foreshore in Mount Lawley. It covers approximately 3.5 hectares and is bounded by Joel Terrace, the Old East Perth Power Station, and Tony Di Scerni wetlands.

It is noted for its Aboriginal cultural significance as a ‘meeting place’ and a ‘camp’ and is officially recognised as a Place of Reconciliation.

A key action of the City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2022-2024 is to bring Noongar language and names into public places in Vincent.

One of the ways we can do this is by reviving traditional names of parks and reserves located at significant sites, in consultation with local Elders, stakeholders and our community.

Over the years, extensive consultation relating to the dual naming/renaming of Banks Reserve has occurred with Traditional Owners, Aboriginal Elders the Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group (RAPWG) and relevant Aboriginal organisations.

Both options include the reserve’s Noongar name. By acknowledging this continued existence, we recognise the Aboriginal history and ongoing connection to Noongar Boodjar (country).

Consultation closes on Thursday 16 November 2023.

To find out more and have your say on renaming or dual naming Banks Reserve, visit Imagine Vincent.

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