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Latest news

Youth Week wraps up after a week of fun, creativity and connection

Published on 23 April 2025

The Shire of Broome’s Youth Week 2025 has wrapped up after a fun-filled and successful week, with hundreds of young people and families participating in a range of free, inclusive and creative events held across town from 11 to 17 April.

New paths, better connection – Shire of Broome awarded $2.6m in grants

Published on 17 April 2025

The Shire of Broome is pleased to announce its successful bid for $2.6 million in funding through the Western Australian Bicycle Network (WABN) Grant Program.

Shaping Broome Together – Community Driven Precinct Plans

Published on 28 March 2025

At the Ordinary Council Meeting on 27 March 2025, the Shire of Broome considered the community feedback and formally adopted the Cable Beach Precinct Structure Plan and the Chinatown Old Broome Precinct Structure Plan, marking a significant step in shaping the future of these key areas.
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Special Meeting of Council

28 April 2025

The Shire of Broome advises that a Special Council Meeting is scheduled to be held Monday 28 April 2025, 4pm.

Ordinary Meeting of Council

01 May 2025

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

Scraps to Sprouts: Sustainability Workshops

03 May 2025

Join us at the Broome Courthouse Markets on Saturday 3 May for a morning of hands-on workshops and demonstrations celebrating International Composting Awareness Week. From Bokashi composting and seedling planting to backyard chicken care and mealworm farming, this free event runs from 8am to 11am and includes giveaways of seeds and seedlings.

You Are A Doughnut

09 May 2025

From the creators of The Alphabet of Awesome Science comes You Are a Doughnut!, a hilarious and high-energy family show that dives into the wonders of the human digestive system. Expect wild science, catchy songs, and plenty of clowning around with poop puppets, ping pong balls, and poetry.

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.
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Public Notices / Have Your Say

NOTICE OF MEETING - SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL

On display until 28 April 2025

The Shire of Broome advises that a Special Council Meeting is scheduled to be held on Monday 28 April 2025, 4pm

RFT25-02 Supply of Concrete and Associated Services

On display until 20 May 2025

The Shire is seeking to establish a Panel of Prequalified Contractors for the supply, construction, and maintenance of concrete infrastructure, including but not limited to footpaths, crossovers, kerbing, and associated drainage works.

Expressions of Interest - Lease of Properties

On display until 16 May 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’.

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.

Bushfire Control Officers, Shire of Broome

On display until 01 May 2025

It is hereby advised that the following persons are appointed as Shire of Broome Bush Fire Control Officers under the Bush Fires Act 1954, Part IV Division 1 Section 38.
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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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