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PUBLIC WORKS &
and a studio space. There are three
fully equipped ballet studios available
for hire to dance groups on evenings
and weekends.
In 2013, the building won the Gerry
Gauntlett Award at the Western Aus-
tralian Heritage Awards for Excellence
in Reuse.
Eric Singleton Bird
Sanctuary
The Eric Singleton Bird Sanctuary is
home to a wealth of local flora and fau-
na. The City, along with the Swan River
Trust, has restored the sanctuary re-
sulting in many ecological benefits, in-
cluding increased biodiversity and the
creation of a sustainable bird habitat.
In 2014-15, the City spent a total of
$ 402,000 on the construction of new
pathways and cycling facilities.
West Australia Ballet
Centre
The City of Bayswater has a strong
focus on preserving heritage sites.
The WA Institute for the Blind Building,
which was a neglected and dilapidat-
ed structure, has been transformed
into a world-class rehearsal and train-
ing facility for the West Australian Bal-
let Centre.
The building originally dates back to
1937 and started as the Royal WA In-
stitute for the Blind. The structure has
been totally refurbished and now hous-
es Pilates and treatment rooms, a café