- Free, family friendly street-festival to take over Wellington Street during Telethon Weekend
- Public transport will be free to get people to and from the event
- State Government will provide traffic management support
The State Government has thrown its support behind the Telethon Family Festival in the Perth CBD, announcing free public transport will be provided across the network to get people to and from the event.
This year marks the second time the Telethon Family Festival has been hosted in the CBD, with the inaugural event last year delivering a carnival-like atmosphere to Wellington Street.
This year's event is being held in the Perth CBD on Sunday, October 22, between 10am and 4pm.
As part of the festival, Wellington Street will be closed between Elder Street and William Street with live music, roving entertainment, community performances, food trucks and plenty of other entertainment for families to enjoy.
The State Government, through Main Roads, will also be providing traffic management on the day, in coordination with the City of Perth.
As stated by Transport Minister Rita Saffioti:
"Telethon is synonymous with Western Australia, and the Telethon Family Festival has become a key part of the celebration.
"The Telethon Family Festival was a major success last year, and the State Government wants to see this celebration continue to grow, which is why we are once again providing free public transport across the network.
"Mark down 22 October in your diary, make the most of the free public transport on the day and come join in the festivities at the Telethon Family Festival."
As stated by Lands Minister John Carey:
"Telethon is a WA icon - one of the great institutions of this State - ensuring some of the most sick, vulnerable and disadvantaged children in our community get the support they need.
"It's brilliant to have Telethon come into the heart of the Perth CBD, and have Yagan Square host a major local festival with plenty of events and performance for families."
