Bushfire - Advice
A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in an area bounded by Wanneroo Road, Bernard Road North and Bernard Road South in parts of CARABOODA in the CITY OF WANNEROO. Click for further information.
Dordaak Kepup - Library and Youth Innovation Hub project
Overview
The City of Wanneroo has secured $6 million State Government funding as part of the WA Recovery Plan, towards construction of Dordaak Kepup.
Detailed design and construction tender phases are now complete.
Construction commenced in June 2024, and forecast to finish within 14 months, with commissioning and opening envisaged by late 2025.
Please note. All images are for illustrative purposes only. Specification of the final build may vary.
Project news and updates
State Government funding boost for Dordaak Kepup
The City of Wanneroo is grateful to have received an additional $3 million contribution to bring the first of its kind Dordaak Kepup Landsdale library and youth innovation hub to life.
Dordaak Kepup reaches exciting milestone
Update Thursday 12 October 2023
Detailed design on the Dordaak Kepup Library and Youth Innovation Hub is now complete, with the tender for construction set to go out in November.
A new chapter begins for Dordaak Kepup
Update Tuesday 15 November 2022
The concept design for Dordaak Kepup, the proposed Landsdale Library and Youth Innovation Hub, has been praised by locals during recent community consultation.
Project timeline
Community Engagement (Phase 1 - Location) | |
March 2020 | |
Community Engagement (Phase 2 - Youth Innovation Hub) | |
February 2021 | |
Community Engagement (Phase 3 - Concept Plan) | |
August to September 2022 | |
Detailed Design Phase | |
November 2022 to October 2023 | |
Construction Tender | |
November 2023 to May 2024 | |
Construction Phase | |
June 2024 to September 2025 | |
Expected Completion | |
Opening date (TBC) late 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the new Library and Youth Innovation Hub be located?
The Dordaak Kepup Library and Youth Innovation Hub will be located at 15 The Broadview, Landsdale, near the Landsdale Forum shopping mall.
When will I be able to use the facilities?
The new Library and Youth Innovation Hub is forecast to open by late 2025.
What can I do in the Youth Innovation Hub?
It is envisaged the Youth Innovation Hub will provide the following services or programs:
- Recording studio for music and podcasting;
- Gaming room and virtual reality;
- Multi-functional spaces for performance, events or education programs;
- Kitchen for cooking, education programs or demonstration events;
- Space for robotics and coding;
- Access to computers for design learning;
- Access to programs for audio and video production; and
- Meeting rooms and chill out spaces.
Where is the funding for the Library and Youth Innovation Hub coming from?
The overall project budget is forecast at $17.9 million. The City is investing $11.9 million and the State Government's WA Recovery Plan is investing $6 million to fund the Youth Innovation Hub.
Project documents
Dordaak Kepup – Library and Youth Innovation Hub – Site Construction Plan
Dordaak Kepup - Library and Youth Innovation Hub - Interior plan
Dordaak Kepup - Library and Youth Innovation Hub - Artist's impression
Community engagement information
Dordaak Kepup - Library and Youth Innovation Hub - Concept plan from Community Engagement period
Dordaak Kepup - Library and Youth Innovation Hub - Online plan and community comments
Project contact
Name: Mark Little, Senior Project Manager
Telephone: (08) 9405 5665
Email: mark.little@wanneroo.wa.gov.au