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Latest news

Stage 1 complete as Walmanyjun Cable Beach Foreshore Redevelopment mo

Published on 16 May 2025

The Shire of Broome is proud to announce the completion of Stage 1 of the Walmanyjun Cable Beach Foreshore Redevelopment, marking a major milestone in the transformation of one of Australia’s most iconic coastal destinations.

The next step towards the Shire of Broome Youth Precinct

Published on 13 May 2025

The Shire of Broome is excited to announce the commencement of important site remediation works between the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre (BRAC) and the Boulevard Shopping Centre.

Lylanie Smith Awarded Early Career Professional of the Year

Published on 08 May 2025

Shire of Broome Environmental Health Officer Lylanie Smith has won the 2024 Early Career Professional of the Year Award from Environmental Health Australia WA for her work in mosquito control and food safety. The award recognises her strong contribution to public health early in her career.
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Sydney Writers' Festival: Live and Local Program 2025

22 May 2025

One of Australia’s most loved forums for literature, ideas and storytelling, Sydney Writers’ Festival will be live streamed at Broome Public Library.
Prepare to be invigorated and engaged by conversations, debates and discussions featuring some of the world’s finest writers and thinkers.

Broome STEM Festival

21 May 2025

Are you ready for the 2025 STEM Festival? A FREE event, packed to
the nucleus with hands-on activities, cool experiments, free food, music
and fun.

Ordinary Meeting of Council

22 May 2025

Unless otherwise stated, an Ordinary Meeting of Council is held on the fourth Thursday of each month, starting at 5pm.

Broome Fringe Festival

25 May 2025

The Broome Fringe Festival celebrates
the grassroots community of Broome with gigs, exhibitions, fashion and more.

Wardrobe Swap Event

25 May 2025

Give your wardrobe a fresh start at Broome’s free community Wardrobe Swap, where you can take home quality, pre-loved clothing - whether or not you bring something to swap. Held at Town Beach on Sunday, 25 May from 8.30am, the event is a fun and sustainable way to refresh your style, with a coffee van and kids’ activities on site. No registration needed - just come along and browse.

Reconciliation Week 2025

29 May 2025

Celebrate Reconciliation Week at Guwarri Town Beach Night Markets on Thursday 29 May from 4pm, with live music by Yawuru and Nyul-Nyul artist Jacob Gregory and the Family Shoveller Band, a traditional Burrb Wangarraju Nurlu performance, and a smoking ceremony led by Yawuru Elder Di Appleby. Enjoy local market stalls, food vans and a vibrant evening of culture, connection and community.
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Public Notices / Have Your Say

Expressions of Interest - Lease of Properties

On display until 27 June 2025

The Shire of Broome is seeking Expressions of Interest for the separate leases of the following premises: Old Broome Lock Up– 22 Carnarvon Street - 85sqm heritage building and surrounding 233 sqm of courtyards located within the ‘Town Centre’.

Proposed Fees and Charges for 2025/26

On display until 23 May 2025

Under section 6.19 of the Local Government Act 1995, local public notice is provided to impose the Shire of Broome Fees and Charges for the 2025/26 financial year.

The proposed fees and charges were considered by Council at the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 1 May 2025 and endorsed for public feedback.

Have your say: What would you like to see happen in our shared spaces?

On display until 06 June 2025

The Shire of Broome is inviting community feedback on the draft Place Management Plan 2025–2029, which outlines how we will bring new life, energy, and community activity into three key precincts: Chinatown, Town Beach, and Cable Beach.

Notice of Intention to Impose Differential Rates

On display until 22 May 2025

Notice of Intention to Impose Differential Rates 2025\26

RFT25/04 Shire Administration Building HVAC Renewal

On display until 29 May 2025

The principal is seeking to engage a suitable mechanical services contractor to carry out the works associated with the Shire’s Administration Building Air Conditioning Renewal.

Restricted Burning Period Notice 2025

On display until 31 December 2025

The Shire of Broome Restricted Burning Period is between 1 April 2025 and 31 December 2025.
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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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