Bush Fire Brigades Local Law 2003(PDF, 45KB)
Cemeteries Joint Standing Committee on Delegated Legislation - Undertakings(PDF, 119KB)
Cemeteries Local Law 2012(PDF, 211KB)
Dogs Local Law 2012(PDF, 255KB)
Health Local Law 2006(PDF, 286KB)
Meeting Procedures Local Law 2020(PDF, 201KB)
Parking and Parking Facilities Local Law 2012(PDF, 455KB)
Property and Public Places Local Law 2016(PDF, 187KB)
Trading, Outdoor Dining and Street Entertainment Local Law 2016(PDF, 140KB)
Waste Local Law 2021(PDF, 127KB)
Why do we have Local Laws?
Under the Local Government Act 1995, local governments in Western Australia can make local laws to help manage activities and services within their districts.
Local laws help the Shire of Broome maintain a safe, accessible and welcoming community by setting clear rules for the use of public spaces, facilities and services.
They cover a range of matters, including parking, public places, animals, health and the protection of Shire facilities and assets.
Local laws help to:
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Promote community safety, health and wellbeing.
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Protect public facilities, infrastructure and the environment.
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Support the safe and appropriate use of public spaces.
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Minimise activities that may cause a nuisance or safety risk.
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Ensure local regulations remain fair, consistent and relevant to the community.
Why are Local Laws reviewed?
Under section 3.16 of the Local Government Act 1995, local governments are required to review their local laws periodically, within 15 years of their commencement or most recent review.
These reviews help ensure local laws remain relevant, effective and appropriate for the community.
Following a review, Council may determine that a local law should:
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Remain unchanged – the existing local law continues to operate effectively.
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Be amended – changes are needed to improve or update the local law.
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Be repealed – the local law is no longer required or appropriate.
The Shire of Broome is reviewing its local laws in accordance with section 3.16 of the Local Government Act 1995.
As part of this process, the Shire is inviting community members, businesses and other stakeholders to provide feedback on its existing local laws.
The review will consider whether each local law remains relevant, meets the needs of the community and operates effectively.
Community feedback will help inform Council's decision on whether individual local laws should remain unchanged, be amended or be repealed.
Local Laws Open for Comment
- Health Local Law
- Property and Public Places Local Law
- Trading Outdoor Dining and Street Entertainment Local Law
The Shire of Broome invites residents, businesses, community organisations and other interested stakeholders to have their say on the 2026 Local Laws Review.
We encourage you to review the local laws and provide feedback on whether they remain relevant, are working effectively or could be improved.
You can provide feedback by:
Written submissions
2026 Local Laws Review
Chief Executive Officer
Shire of Broome
PO Box 44
BROOME WA 6725
Submissions close: 2 December 2026
Why is the Shire reviewing its Local Laws?
Under section 3.16 of the Local Government Act 1995, local governments are required to periodically review their local laws.
The review provides an opportunity to ensure the Shire's local laws remain relevant, effective and appropriate for the Broome community.
Does this mean the Local Laws will change?
Not necessarily.
The review will determine whether each local law should remain unchanged, be amended or be repealed.
Council will consider community feedback before making a decision.
If changes are required, a separate statutory process will be undertaken, including further opportunities for public comment where required.
Who can provide feedback?
Everyone is welcome to participate.
Residents, businesses, community groups, government agencies and anyone with an interest in the Shire's local laws are encouraged to make a submission.
What can I comment on?
You can provide feedback on any of the local laws included in the review.
For example, you may wish to comment on whether a local law:
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Is still relevant or necessary.
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Is clear and easy to understand.
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Is working effectively.
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Contains requirements that could be improved.
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Should be amended or remain unchanged.
You can also suggest matters the Shire should consider as part of any future changes.
How do I provide feedback?
You can complete the online submission form on this page or provide a written submission using the contact details above.
Where possible, please identify the local law or specific provision your feedback relates to.
Will my submission be acknowledged?
The Shire will acknowledge submissions received during the consultation period.
What happens to my feedback?
Following the consultation period, the Shire will review all submissions and prepare a report for Council.
The report will outline the feedback received and recommend whether each local law should remain unchanged, be amended or be repealed.
Council will consider community feedback alongside legislative and operational requirements before determining the outcome of the review.
If Council decides that a local law should be amended, repealed or replaced, a separate statutory process will be undertaken, including further public consultation where required.