The Cook Government has committed further funding to progress Westport, directing new investment towards early works and planning to prepare the Kwinana Industrial Area for the project’s construction phase.
As part of the 2025–26 Mid-Year Review, an additional $30 million has been allocated to activities designed to reduce delivery risk, minimise environmental impacts and avoid costly delays as the project moves closer to construction.
The funding will support a range of preparatory works, including $18.6 million for strategic land acquisition around Rockingham Road to reduce traffic disruption during construction, $6.8 million for planning and design refinement to minimise environmental impacts, and $5.3 million to progress the relocation of Western Power’s transmission line along Anketell Road.
In parallel, the Government will invest a further $22.5 million to progress landside infrastructure planning and design for the replacement of the Kwinana Bulk Terminal, which is nearing the end of its operational life.
The new bulk terminal will be relocated further south to make way for the future Westport container terminal, allowing continued bulk trade operations while enabling delivery of the State’s next major port facility.
Transport Minister Rita Saffioti said the additional funding was aimed at ensuring Westport is delivered efficiently and responsibly.
“By investing in planning, we’re de-risking future delivery, ensuring we stay on schedule and avoid unnecessary costs,” Saffioti said.
“Delivering Westport is critical for the long-term strength of our economy, and these adjustments help ensure Western Australia is ready for future trade growth.”
Ports Minister Stephen Dawson said the investment demonstrated the Government’s commitment to accelerating enabling infrastructure at Kwinana Port as part of the broader Western Trade Coast.
“Developing a whole-of-Kwinana Port solution will support imports and exports, ease capacity issues and accommodate future trade growth, which is critical to the State’s economy,” Dawson said.
He said the project definition phase for the new Kwinana Bulk Terminal would allow for detailed engagement with customers and stakeholders to inform design and secure approvals.
The latest funding reinforces Westport’s role as a long-term piece of economic infrastructure, supporting decarbonisation, trade growth and job creation while ensuring WA’s port capacity keeps pace with future demand.