Overview
- City of Perth followed officers’ advice, citing written objections and likely amenity impacts, to refuse Hancock Prospecting’s plan for a Bell 429 pad on its West Perth tower.
- Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds praised Gina Rinehart but voted with the refusal based on technical safety and environmental concerns.
- An alternate motion from councillors Adam Pacan and Catherine Lezer sought approval, pointing to limited monthly flights and investment benefits.
- Hancock said the pad would be used up to 12 times a year and proposed later start hours and revised flight paths, citing a commissioned study that found nearby roads were noisier.
- A Hancock spokesperson called the decision disappointing and said the company will consider further options as the $270 million headquarters continues construction.