Where does the name Alkimos come from?

"Alkimos" was the name of a ship that served 18 months in the Second World War under a different name. In 1964, the Alkimos was mysteriously wrecked on the WA coast north of Perth. The wreck is still visible off the shores of the area which now bears its name. Alkimos is the Greek word for "young man".

Where is the development located?

Alkimos Eglinton is located 15km north of Joondalup city and 40km north of Perth city. The development area covers approximately 2,600 hectares, including 7.5km of coastline.

Why is LandCorp seeking a development partner for part of its landholding at Alkimos?

LandCorp has announced Delfin Lend Lease as the preferred proponent to manage and coordinate planning, design and sustainability initiatives across our main Alkimos landholdings, including the site for the regional town centre. Engaging Delfin Lend Lease will build complementary capabilities and allow LandCorp to focus on delivering strategic outcomes for Alkimos and the state.
By matching the strengths and skills of LandCorp with those of a major private sector partner we will achieve an outcome at Alkimos that optimises the benefits to the WA community.

What is the next stage now that LandCorp has announced a development partner? 

Over the next few months we will negotiate a robust development agreement which includes commitments to outcomes and we'll work closely with Delfin Lend Lease throughout the life of the project to ensure all environmental, community and economic objectives are met.

How much will the lots be and when will they be available?

The first lots could become available in late 2011 or early 2012, however, it's too early to provide lot prices. The number of lots is yet to be determined but it is estimated that the development will be home to 50,000 people.

What is the current status for planning approvals and compliance?

The draft Alkimos Eglinton District Structure Plan has been endorsed by the City of Wanneroo and has been approved by the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC). LandCorp is at the final stages of drafting the Local Structure Plan (LSP).

What transport links will there be in the area?

The extension of the rail network from Clarkson to Butler has been approved and is set to open in 2014. All major landowners in the Alkimos Eglinton area are currently working together to investigate the provision of transport links including the acceleration of the rail network extension further north.

When will the marina be developed?

The need for a large new public boat harbour at Alkimos is identified in Perth's Recreational Boating Facilities Study (Department of Transport 2008). The Draft Perth Coastal Planning Strategy confirms that the demand for facilities in this area will be significant and that the coast and boating conditions off this coast are suited to a marina development in the long term. LandCorp is currently liaising with the Department of Transport to investigate this exciting opportunity.

What does 'towards carbon neutral' mean and why is it important?

Climate change is a serious problem affecting all of us. Modern human activity, through burning fossil fuels and deforestation, has added huge amounts of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. This is now affecting the stability of our climate though global warming, leading to many unsustainable changes like rising sea levels and more intense cyclones and storms.

To solve the problem of climate change, everyone needs to take account of their carbon emissions and make continued efforts to reduce them wherever possible - at home, at work and in the community. No matter how much we reduce our carbon emissions there are always going to be some emissions we simply can't avoid. Purchasing carbon offsets is considered a practical and affordable way to do something about those remaining emissions. That's why we say we're moving 'towards carbon neutral rather than being carbon free.

'Offsetting' means paying to remove or prevent equivalent emissions from entering the atmosphere somewhere else. This might include planting a designated number of trees, which remove carbon dioxide or investing in projects that prevent greenhouse gas emissions such as renewable energy projects.

What is the Alkimos waste water treatment plant and how does it affect the site?

The Alkimos waste water treatment plant is due to be commissioned by the end of 2010. The treatment plant has been relocated inland to about a kilometre from the coast, opening up the opportunity for a coastal village along the designated 'regional beach' at Alkimos. The treatment plant site is owned by the Water Corporation of Western Australia. Please visit the Water Corporation's Alkimos Wastewater Scheme webpage for more information.