A much-loved community hub along the East Fremantle Foreshore

In 2023, Ecoscape began working alongside the Town of East Fremantle, DBCA and M P Rogers & Associates to revitalise the river’s edge at Norm McKenzie Reserve – a much-loved community hub along the East Fremantle Foreshore.
A popular stop for morning coffee from the beloved café and a key pause point for pedestrians and cyclists, the site experiences both high foot traffic and environmental pressure. Erosion of the existing limestone revetment has highlighted the need for a more sustainable and accessible design solution.
The project aims to:
• Replace the limestone embankment with a structurally sound edge and new public seating terraces
• Create a welcoming, shared space that celebrates the river and caters to a range of users
• Restore the riparian zone with native foreshore plantings
• Improve access and enhance local biodiversity

Community input was essential, with locals invited to share their insights on a place they know best. We’re proud to contribute to thoughtful, nature-led design along our local waterways.