Ridley Place Foreshore Hospitality Site Opportunity

The Shire of Harvey is seeking initial interest in the development of a new waterfront cafe/restaurant at Ridley Place Foreshore, Australind.

This is an exciting and exclusive opportunity for a highly experienced developer or hospitality operator to develop or operate under a long-term lease agreement.

The Shire is presently exploring the feasibility of two approaches:

1. Engaging a developer to build and operator (or sub-lease) the venue, or
2. The Shire constructing the venue and leasing it to an operator.

The site is located on Old Coast Road, adjacent to the Karragarup Play Space.

Overlooking the Lechenault Estuary, this flagship site offers 180 degree water views.

Note: The development site located to the left-hand side of the existing car park.

The Vision

Make available to members of the general public a Café/Restaurant facility, providing a high-quality standard of food, beverage and service, which optimises its exceptional location.

• A multi seat restaurant maximising the Leschenault Estuary views with indoor and outdoor dining, plus options for an additional coffee ‘hole in the wall’ or kiosk.
• A sustainable, produce-driven establishment with a minimal footprint.
• A natural gathering place that compliments the heritage of the Australind while introducing commercial and tourism amenities, making it a compelling destination for visitors and surrounding residents.

Site Details

• Shire of Harvey has excised approximately 5000m2 from Crown Reserve 25441 commonly known as Ridley Place, for the purpose of a Café/Restaurant.
• The lease area is being re-surveyed and shifted to a central location
• The Western Australian Department of Lands, Planning and Heritage (DPLH) has indicated support for an extended 30-year lease term.
• Sewer upgrades and other essential infrastructure are progressing to support a future hospitality venue.
• Proposed design refinements include an elevated building, stepped alfresco area, and expanded active, public spaces.

Area Details

• Only commercial site on the Leschenault Estuary.
• Located adjacent to a historic precinct area, including three State Listed heritage buildings from the 1840s.
• Surrounded by Western Australia’s produce-driven, agriculture heartland.
• Situated in one the South West’s fastest growing regions.
• Australind and Leschenault Population: 21, 486 (2025).
• Shire of Harvey LGA Population: 32,208 (2025).
• Total Visitors: 456, 281 (2025) and growing.