A celebration of food and culture in Perth’s south has earned national recognition, with the Fusion Food and Culture Festival taking out a top honour at the 2025 National Awards for Local Government.
Run by the City of Gosnells, Fusion Food and Culture Festival won the Arts and Culture category for its growing impact in bringing people together through shared experiences.
“We are immensely proud to see our Fusion Food and Culture Festival recognised on the national stage,” Mayor Terresa Lynes said.
“Each year, Fusion continues to grow, drawing bigger crowds and bringing our community together. It’s a massive effort involving more than 840 staff, contractors, entertainers and volunteers.”
The festival attracted more than 40,000 people over two nights last year and was named a finalist before going on to win the award thanks to strong public support.
“Fusion is more than just a festival, it’s a celebration of unity and understanding,” Mayor Lynes said.
“It shows that, regardless of our culture or background, we can come together in harmony.”
With more than 40 percent of residents born overseas and over a third speaking a language other than English at home, the City of Gosnells is one of Perth’s most diverse communities.
Mayor Lynes said the festival was a powerful reflection of that diversity.
“As one of the most diverse local governments in the Perth metropolitan area, the City is incredibly proud to host an event like Fusion,” she said.
“This award reinforces just how important events like this are to our community.”
