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Latest news

Community Scorecard 2026 open to help shape Shire of Broome priorities

Published on 27 April 2026

The Shire of Broome wants honest, comprehensive feedback from our community on how we are performing and where we can improve.

Youth Week rolls through Broome with strong community turnout

Published on 23 April 2026

The Shire of Broome has wrapped up a successful Youth Week 2026, with hundreds of local young people taking part in a series of free activities designed to encourage participation, build confidence and celebrate youth in the community.

Shire’s All Abilities Sports Day returns for its second year

Published on 23 March 2026

The Shire of Broome’s All Abilities Sports Day returned to the Broome Recreation & Aquatic Centre (BRAC) for its second year, with more than 150 students, teachers and facilitators taking part in an afternoon celebrating inclusive sport, participation and community connection.
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Upcoming Events

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Fitzroy-Derby Water Planning - Broome community information session

20 May 2026

Join us at our Broome community information session to chat
about how we’re planning to manage water resources in the
Fitzroy-Derby plan area

Scones With Nanna

20 May 2026

Performed twice nightly across three evenings, this immersive site-specific production invites audiences into Nanna’s home as she shares her scattered memories, life advice and freshly baked scones. Journey through 100 years of Western Australian history while experiencing Nanna’s story firsthand, as her world gradually narrows through the progression of dementia.

Sydney Writers' Festival - Broome

21 May 2026

Broome Public Library is hosting the Sydney Writers’ Festival Live & Local from 21–24 May 2026, featuring free livestreamed sessions with leading Australian and international authors, alongside special local events, workshops and activities. Attend sessions for your chance to win a door prize including an Art Nouveau puzzle and book voucher.

2026 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow

27 May 2026

Australia’s most iconic comedy tour is hitting the road for a huge 27th year! Bringing together the brightest stars from the 2025 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we’re delivering top-tier humour straight to Broome!

Art Above the 26th

29 May 2026

Celebrate the creativity of Northern Australia at Art Above the 26th, an exhibition showcasing artists who live and work above the 26th parallel. Explore works inspired by the landscapes, culture and character of our region at the Broome Civic Centre.

Reconciliation Week Night Markets 2026

02 June 2026

Celebrate Reconciliation Week at the Town Beach Night Markets on Tuesday, 2 June from 4pm–8pm. Enjoy a smoking ceremony, Welcome to Country, Indigenos fashion, art and crafts, live music, cultural dance performances and the Staircase to the Moon at Guwarri Town Beach.
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Public Notices / Have Your Say

Notice of Intention to Impose Differential Rates 26/27

On display until 23 May 2026

Under section 6.36 of the Local Government Act 1995, in its budget for the year ending 30 June 2027, the Shire of
Broome intends to impose the following differential rates and minimum payments.

Have your say on the Draft Public Health Plan

On display until 22 May 2026

The Shire of Broome advises that the Draft Public Health Plan 2026–2031 is now available for public comment. The Plan has been developed in accordance with the Public Health Act 2016 (WA) and outlines key priorities and actions to protect, promote and improve the health and wellbeing of the Broome community over the next five years.

FIRE BREAK & FUEL HAZARD REDUCTION NOTICE

On display until 31 December 2026

Notice to landowners and occupiers – Shire of Broome, Western Australia: Under Section 33 of the Bush Fires Act 1954, all properties must have compliant firebreaks or fire control measures installed by 15 May and maintained through to 31 December each year.

Fencing works underway at BRAC / Father McMahon Oval

On Display Indefinitely

Fencing works are underway at BRAC and Father McMahon Oval. Temporary fencing and access changes will be in place, including designated pedestrian entry points. Vehicle access and all bookings will continue as normal. Please follow onsite signage while works are in progress.
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Broome Recreation & Aquatic Centre

BRAC features a wide range of aquatic and sporting facilities for competition and social recreation.

Shire of Broome Ranger services

The Shire of Broome rangers play a vital role in community education, compliance and animal control.

Broome Public Library

Open to the community, the library is well stocked with over 22,000 books and offers free Wi-Fi.

Waste Management Facility

Find out more about the waste and recycling services available at our Waste Management Facility.

Broome Civic Centre

Conferences, meetings, parties and performances, Broome Civic Centre has a space to suit all.

Walmanyjun Cable Beach Foreshore Redevelopment

The Cable Beach foreshore is being transformed into a globally recognised waterfront precinct

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