Dear {{businessName}},
As Armadale continues to grow as a vital business hub, our team remains committed to supporting local enterprises with valuable insights,opportunities, and resources. We encourage you to stay connected, share your feedback, and engage with us as we work together to build a thriving and dynamic business community.
Big opportunities for small businesses
in Armadale's growth
The City of Armadale is experiencing remarkable growth, creating exciting opportunities for small local businesses to thrive. With a rapidly expanding population—estimated at 109,554 in 2025 and projected to reach 145,843 by 2046—Armadale is one of the fastest-growing regions in Western Australia and across the country. This increasing customer base means more potential customers and greater demand for local products and services.
On average, 11 new residents move to Armadale every day. In 2023 alone, the City’s population grew by 4.21%, bringing the total to over 105,000 residents—an increase of 44.6% over the past decade.
This population boom is mirrored by a thriving local economy, with a Gross Regional Product (GRP) of $3.76 billion as of June 2023—an increase of 3.8% from the previous year. Key industries such as health care, education, construction, and logistics are flourishing, supported by excellent transport links connecting the region to Perth’s major hubs. For small businesses, this means better access to suppliers, customers, and regional markets.
The City’s construction sector is also booming, with $518 million in building approvals during the 2023/24 financial year—a 27.5% increase in residential approvals alone. This growth reflects a strong, confident market, offering new opportunities for business to provide goods and services to a growing community.
With more people, a thriving economy, and increased investment, the City of Armadale is a prime location for small businesses to start, expand, and succeed.
Shaping the future:
Strategic Community Plan review
Do you live in the City of Armadale?
The City of Armadale is conducting a review of its Strategic Community Plan—our blueprint for the City’s future direction. This plan sets out our vision, aspirations, and objectives to enhance Armadale’s natural beauty, rich heritage, diverse lifestyles, and thriving business opportunities. It’s our roadmap to ensuring Armadale remains a vibrant, liveable, and supportive community.
We want to hear from YOU about what it’s like living in Armadale and what makes it a great place to live. Your feedback will help us identify priorities and shape future improvements, ensuring our decisions reflect the community’s needs and quality of life.
The Community Views Survey is voluntary, anonymous, and takes just 5-10 minutes to complete.
Complete the survey by 13 April for a chance to win 1 of 5 $300 EFTPOS vouchers.
Ready, set...
GROW with Digital Marketing Essentials
Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TripAdvisor—big names you know, but are you using them to grow your business and connect with customers?
With 88% of Aussies on social media and half checking their platforms daily, if you're not engaging, your competitors are.
Join our upcoming Grow Your Business workshop to explore digital marketing strategies—social media, email marketing, and blogging—and discover what works best for your business.
This workshop covers:
- The best social media platforms to use for your customers
- How often to post
- In-depth looks at Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest and Instagram
- Ideas for creating content
- An introduction to blogging
- Email marketing
- Mobile marketing
- Understanding online review sites
All participants will receive a practical workbook that will help you clarify your digital marketing strategy and there will be an opportunity to ask questions.
Workshop details:
Time: 9:30am to 12:30pm
Date: Wednesday 7 May 2025
Place: City of Armadale Function Room
Administration Building, 7 Orchard Road, Armadale
The City of Armadale acknowledges the funding support of the State Government through the Small Business Development Corporation.
Have you heard...
What the 2025-26 Federal Budget means for small business
The Federal Budget, announced on 25 March 2025, provides a range of support programs to help improve the operating environment for small business owners.
The Small Business Development Corporation have summarised the key announcements that are likely to have an impact on small businesses in WA. These measures aim to ease financial pressures, boost innovation and enhance workforce flexibility for small business.
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