Road works will commence along a section of Old Broome Road from the beginning of February 2026. Partial and full road closures will occur intermittently between March and July 2026.
Broome is an amazing destination for filming. No approvals are required from the Shire of Broome to film within the Shire, however there are other government departments and organisations which may need to be contacted depending on the location and commercial/non-commercial filming request.
If the company/individual filming are using drones, then they must contact CASA or Air Services Australia to discuss. Information on requirements for flying drones is also available on the CASA website.
Yawuru Joint Managed ReservesThe Yawuru joint managed reserves may contain areas within Broome & its immediate surrounds that are culturally sensitive to local Aboriginal people. These reserves include parts of Cable Beach and the adjoining sand dunes, Gantheaume Point, Reddel Beach, Simpsons Beach, Crab Creek and Willie Creek. All commercial filming operations undertaken on Yawuru joint managed reserves require written approval from the joint manager. Approval must be obtained through Nyamba Buru Yawuru on (08) 9192 9600.
Parks & Wildlife ServiceAll commercial filmmakers and photographers planning to take still pictures or motion pictures for commercial purposes on lands managed by Parks & Wildlife Service, Department of Biodiversity, Conservation & Attractions (DBCA) must obtain either a licence or lawful authority. Filming or photography for private or non-commercial purposes does not require a licence or lawful authority from DBCA. Please contact the DBCA Broome office on (08) 9195 5500.
Kimberley Ports AuthorityKimberley Ports Authority manage the areas between Cable Beach and Town Beach. If filming within these areas the Port Authority has asked to advise them via email: info@kimberleyports.wa.gov.au