# Event Details - **Event Name**: Matilda Bay Community Rally and Picnic - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am (+08:00) - **Event Description**: πŸ“£ SAVE MATILDA BAY RALLY AND PICNIC! πŸ“£ Details When: Sunday, October 18 from 11 AM to 12 PM Where: Central Matilda Bay What to expect: πŸ”ŠLive music, πŸ” food stall, BBQ, Mr Whippy, and guest speakers! Join us for a picnic and rally in support of the community, disability sailing, and saving the Bay for future generations! What's proposed - A 140 m terminal for four ferries in the heart of Matilda Bay - Two ferries consistently berthed during the day - A two-storey building for high voltage charging built on the middle car park - 39+ trees to be cleared - Sea grass cleared that feed the dolphins and swans and bring them close to shore - Speed exemptions at three times the current speed limit past sailing clubs ⚠️ Safety: an independent risk report found children, novices, people with a disability and other water users would be at serious risk β›΅ Community programs at risk, including Sailability WA and local sailing, rowing and outdoor clubs 🐬 Wildlife at risk: seagrass that feeds the dolphins and swans, and brings them close to shore, would be cleared, and migratory bird habitat at Pelican Point under threat 🌿 No formal environmental assessment: the EPA decided not to assess it πŸ—£οΈ No public consultation πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ 400,000 people visit the bay every year We're asking the Government to relocate the terminal round the corner to a safer site at JoJo's. Why JoJo's ticks the boxes - JoJo's is the safer site: Matilda Bay poses serious risk to on-water users. - Separation from seagrass and water-based recreation, including windsurfers & kitesurfers - Deeper water creates less environmental impact - Existing jetty infrastructure and seawall - Saves 39 trees and 105 car bays at Matilda Bay - Saves disability sailing and children's training on the Bay - Public transport direct to a growing high-density and hospitality precinct, plus easy connectivity to UWA & QEII - Strong community support: 84% of people want it at JoJo's Stand up for Nature, Community, and Future Generations! 🐬Matilda Bay is a treasure we must protect; once this natural sanctuary is lost, it will be gone forever, not just for us, but for every generation that follows.🐬 Friends of Matilda Bay is calling for the State Government to consider a terminal location that truly works for all Perth commuters, will reduce Perth's road congestion and will stimulate foreshore activation where there are bars, cafes, restaurants and genuine tourism development interest. JoJo's is a ready-made solution that makes sense environmentally, financially, and for the community. DONATE: https://gofund.me/cc13fe2bb - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/perth/matilda-bay-community-rally-and-picnic/200030790517436 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, workshops, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 222 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Perth - **state**: WA - **country**: Australia - **location**: Mid Matilda Bay Foreshore - **lat**: -31.980116096658 - **long**: 115.82082544047 - **full address**: Mid Matilda Bay Foreshore, Perth, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Matilda Bay Community Rally and Picnic - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/39ae854755c42c600a0836468977e32d61b64fab0a82a2985353ec2695f3fbc5-rimg-w1200-h628-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1791306275 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Matilda Bay Community Rally and Picnic being held? - **A:** Matilda Bay Community Rally and Picnic takes place on Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am at Mid Matilda Bay Foreshore, Perth, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Matilda Bay Community Rally and Picnic? - **A:** Matilda Bay Community Rally and Picnic is organized by Friends of Matilda Bay. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Matilda Bay Community Rally and Picnic is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Perth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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