Telstra has submitted a Development Application to the Western Australia Planning Commission (WAPC) via the City of Melville for a 46m mobile telecommunication monopole within the Pt Walter Golf Course.

The infrastructure is intended to introduce wireless network coverage in some areas of Bicton that are currently experiencing little or no signal level on handset devices. Its representatives cite coverage advantages through height, and less exposure to emissions as reasons for the selection of the site.

The site within the Golf Course is located 250m north of Reserve Street (closest residential development) and 200m south Point Walter Golf Course Clubhouse. Ground level below the tower is 35m above sea level (total height of tower above sea level is 81 metres to the top of tower). The following is proposed:

• 46m high tower will be a steel or concrete colour depending on the supplier.
• Equipment shelter, colour is stated on the proposed plans as being “pale eucalypt” coloured metal cladding.
• Telstra compound security fence with three metre wide access gates.
  

Useful Information

Frequently Asked Questions

View a list of frequently asked questions around the proposed telecommunications tower at Pt Walter. Read More …

Community Consultation

The City of Melville is interested to hear the view of its residents and interested stakeholders before its recommendation to the Western Australian Planning (WAPC) Commission is formalised. Read More …

The Process

Before determining the outcome of the application for a telecommunications tower at Pt Walter, the City of Melville will have to follow a set process to ensure that the correct decision is determined. Read More …

Useful Link

For more information, visit the Telstra website. Read More …