Our research focus
The Committee for Perth aims to lead debate, advise and be a catalyst for positive change in all areas affecting the growth and development of Perth.
FACTBase is our collaborative long-term research project with The University of Western Australia. It benchmarks the liveability of Perth and its global connectedness, by examining its economic, social, demographic and political character.
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Latest Research
FACTBase Special Report November 2017FACTBase Special Report - Perth as a resilient economy
Perth as a resilient economy ‘sizes’ the industries that have shaped Perth’s economic development since the 1940s. Produced using quantitative data by the FACTBase team at The University of Western Australia, the report analyses industries and sectors that have been and are emerging as critical to the region’s economy. This report challenges conventional wisdoms by demonstrating that in fact, the economy is very resilient, recovers from shocks quickly and is increasingly diverse. FACTBase Bulletin October 2017
FACTBase Bulletin 56 - Sizing Ageing in Western Australia
This Bulletin has been prepared as part of the Committee for Perth’s Bigger & Better Beyond the Boom project. The Bulletin provides an overview of ageing in Australia, Western Australia (WA) and the Perth and Peel regions. Specifically, it outlines the age structure of the population, ageing trends, and the impact that this is having on the ratio of the working population to dependent population (dependency ratio) and working population to the population over 65 (older dependency ratio). It also considers the geography of ageing in Perth and Peel. FACTSheet September 2017
FACTSheet 11 - Key Facts About Perth & Western Australia
The eleventh FACTSheet in the series, provides all the latest facts and figures about Perth and Western Australia's growth and development.
We Advocate for
All Committee for Perth research is funded by members who invest in the communities in which they operate and are passionate about creating a brighter future for Perth.
Economic Prosperity
The Committee believes that to be a globally recognised city, Perth needs to secure a level of economic prosperity that thrives beyond the strengths or weaknesses of any particular sector.
Perth and Peel @ 3.5 million
The Committee since inception has been advocating for the development of a unified vision for Perth. A vision that government, business and the community can agree upon that captures the aspirations for Perth as a region of 3.5 million people.
Transport and Congestion
The Committee for Perth supports the development of a long-term integrated public transport network that includes all modes of transport, to ensure efficient movement throughout the region as well as to facilitate transit-oriented development.
Diversity
The Committee believes that our diverse community should be acknowledged and celebrated. Through our research on both gender and cultural diversity we brought a more detailed understanding about Perth’s diverse population base.
Vibrancy and Culture
The Committee believes that a vibrant arts and cultural scene is vital to Perth’s liveability. In 2008, we launched the Cultural Compact for WA:The 10 Year Challenge Phase 1 which challenges government, the arts sector and community to work together.
Reconciliation
The Committee believes that Perth should be the city in Australia that acknowledges, respects and celebrates its Indigenous Australian cultures.
Local Government Reform
The Committee believes that the current fragmented system of local government in the Perth metropolitan region is hindering the potential to achieve our vision for the future of Perth.
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