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Latest news

Nominate Broome’s local heroes for the Community Citizen of the Year

Published on 01 October 2025

The Community Citizen of the Year Awards gives us the opportunity to celebrate the positive impact of individuals and groups who are engaged and committed to our local area. Whether they are a nominee or recipient, we can all celebrate their outstanding contribution, because we’re all part of the story.

New plan to strengthen safety across Broome

Published on 23 September 2025

The Shire of Broome has formally adopted its new Community Safety Plan at the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on August 28. The Plan was shaped by the community through surveys, engagement stalls, workshops and feedback on the draft strategy, ensuring it reflects local priorities and concerns.

New Youth Plan to empower young people in Broome

Published on 18 September 2025

The Shire of Broome has formally adopted its Youth Plan 2025–2029 at the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on August 28.
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Upcoming Events

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Greener Gardens with EnsoPet Workshop

11 October 2025

Did you know your furry friend’s waste can actually help your garden thrive? Come along to this free hands-on workshop and discover how the EnsoPet composting system turns a messy problem into healthy soil.You’ll walk away with your very own starter pack to get things going at home, plus plenty of tips from our Waste Education Officer on how to keep the process simple, safe and odour-free.

Free Community Yoga

18 October 2025

Start your weekend with a sense of calm and connection at a free community yoga session on Walmanyjun Cable Beach Foreshore.

BRAC Dash & Splash Series

31 October 2025

BRAC Dash & Splash is a fun run-swim duathlon held across three events. Choose from a 2km run with 200m swim or a 4km run with 400m swim. Compete solo or in a team, with options for juniors, adults and parent-child duos. Join one event or all three and race for a spot on the leaderboard.

FREE Halloween Outdoor Movie Night

31 October 2025

Join us for a spook-tacular Halloween Movie Night at Cygnet Park on Fri 31 Oct from 5:30pm! Enjoy a free screening of ParaNorman (2012), free pizza, and a photo backdrop for your costumes. Bring a rug, low chairs & water bottle - costumes welcome! Parking near Roebuck School.

Broome CIRCLE Christmas Market

20 November 2025

Broome CIRCLE's Annual Christmas Market offers gifts, food trucks, a
raffle, live music and much more!

Taking Liberty

21 November 2025

THEATRE 180 and WA Museum bring to life one of the greatest moments in Australian sporting history — the legendary 1983 America’s Cup victory. With the thrill of live theatre set against a cinematic backdrop, Ingle Knight’s Taking Liberty captures the grit, guts, innovation and spirit that defined a nation, changed the course of history and put WA on the world stage. A must-see celebration.
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Public Notices / Have Your Say

Disposal of Property - Lot 302 Fairway Drive

On display until 23 October 2025

The Shire of Broome gives notice of its intention to dispose of property by way of lease; Property: Lot 302 Fairway Drive Bilingurr WA 6725 on Reserve 52985

Disposal of Property - Lot 303 Fairway Drive

On display until 23 October 2025

The Shire of Broome gives notice of its intention to dispose of property by way of lease; Property: Lot 303 Fairway Drive Bilingurr WA 6725 on Reserve 52985

Commercial Lease Expression of Interest - Walmanyjun Cable Beach

On display until 12 November 2025

The Shire of Broome is seeking Expressions of Interest to create three (3) additional commercial activations at the iconic Walmanyjun Cable Beach Foreshore, Broome’s most popular recreation and swimming beach.

Shire of Broome Local Government Ordinary In-Person Election Notice

On display until 19 October 2025

The Shire of Broome is holding an election by an in-person vote on Saturday, 18 October 2025 to fill vacancies in the offices of Councillors.

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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