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Shire of Broome

Locality: Broome, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9191 3456

Address: 27 Weld St 6725 Broome, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.broome.wa.gov.au

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25.01.2022 This great event is being held at Town Beach later this month....make sure to save a spot in your calendar!

24.01.2022 Important food recall information here.

24.01.2022 Congratulations to all our winners of the Shire of Broome Early Rates Incentive!

24.01.2022 Shire rangers are working with Department of Fisheries and DBCA staff to close Broome's beaches after a shark attack north of the rocks this morning. North of the rocks, Cable Beach and Gantheuame Beach are all being closed currently. People are urged to stay out of the water and not travel to the beaches.... St John's Ambulance are on the scene.

24.01.2022 Hope everyone has had a great weekend!

24.01.2022 Hope you've had a great weekend....

24.01.2022 Recently for Halloween, the Broome Public Library hosted students from the Sun Piano Violin school for their very special Emotions of Halloween recital. The school recently expressed their thanks to the library with a lovely card and flowers made by the students.

23.01.2022 Have a question about the Broome Boating Facility? Our project boards are set up at the Shire administration building on the corner of Weld and Haas Streets - community members can come in between 9am - 4pm to view them. A Shire project officer will also be available to answer questions between 10am - noon on Wednesday and Thursday this week.... All project information is available at www.broomeboatingfacility.com.au.

23.01.2022 Do you recognise this female cat? She was found by a member of the public on Guy Street on Thursday afternoon - not microchipped or registered, but friendly. Please contact Shire rangers on 0407 382 079. ... For more on pet ownership, click here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Ranger-Servic/Animal-Control

23.01.2022 The Shire of Broome advises that a Special Meeting of Council is scheduled to be held on Thursday evening.

23.01.2022 Have a great weekend in paradise everyone!

22.01.2022 Who's excited to see Santa!? Our Annual Chinatown Christmas Trails is being held next week - details below! https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Chinatown-Christmas-Trails-2

22.01.2022 The Town Beach Water Park is closed for the remainder of the day for cleaning. To avoid further closures, please remember that if your child is toilet training, it is essential they wear a swim nappy while using the splash pad.

22.01.2022 Heading up the Dampier Peninsula this weekend? Please heed this advice from residents and business owners.

21.01.2022 Are you a proud Broome resident, ratepayer or business owner and want to help shape your towns future? Join us for one of three community workshops later this month!

21.01.2022 The Town Beach Water Park will be closed until further notice. Shire officers are involved in a clean-up operation to enable the facility to be accessed over the weekend. We thank you for your patience and co-operation.

19.01.2022 Main Roads Western Australia are starting an upgrade to the intersections between Port Drive, Decastilla Street and Archer Street today. The project is expected to be completed by October, with safety to be increased by widening the turning radius of the intersections. Both Archer and Decastilla Streets will remain accessible during the works but traffic management processes will be in place.

19.01.2022 A nice new promotional article about Broome here!

18.01.2022 Are you a proud Broome resident, ratepayer or business owner? Want to have a say in the Shires Strategic Community Plan? Join us for one of three community workshops later this month - register below: https://catalyse.au1.qualtrics.com//form/SV_dg1HWsNC19MbV1b

18.01.2022 Roadworks Update Roadworks are planned for tonight at the Gus Winckel and Old Broome Road intersection, with a local contractor applying the final asphalt to the road. The works are set to commence at 6pm and will impact traffic through the area. ... Traffic management will be in place during the works and delays may be experienced. Please take care if driving through the area and thank you for your patience.

17.01.2022 The Shire of Broome values, supports and respects our young people. We recognise the important role young people play in the social, economic and cultural life of Broome. It is important that we provide support and opportunities for young people to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. This is your chance to have your say on the Shire's role in addressing Youth Development over the next five years! ... To view the draft Youth Plan 2021 - 2025 go to - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Seeking-public-comment-on-Co

17.01.2022 Did you know.. Cats must be on private property at all times to avoid being trapped by neighbours or Shire Rangers. Cats must be registered with the Shire, microchipped and desexed by six months of age. Identified cat owners will be liable for all fees associated if a cat is seized or impounded. ... For more information, click here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Ranger-Servic/Animal-Control

17.01.2022 Want advice and a helping hand with with running a business locally? Register for this free workshop here - https://bit.ly/3kbsPry

16.01.2022 Anyone heading to Cable Beach tonight!? #CableBeach #Broome #WanderoutYonder

16.01.2022 Check out todays Broome Advertiser for an update from the Shire.

16.01.2022 The Shire of Broomes recent Community Perceptions Survey highlighted that residents have concerns over safety and youth services. We are committed to delivering in these spaces - a message from Shire president Harold Tracey here. To read the Survey results, click here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au/C/Community-Perceptions-Survey

16.01.2022 Do you recognise this friendly boy? He was found by rangers on Songlark Loop on Thursday afternoon. Please contact Shire rangers on 0407 382 079. ... For more information on animal control, please click here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Ranger-Servic/Animal-Control

16.01.2022 Do you know a great local charity, not-for-profit or sporting organisation that needs a financial helping hand? The latest round of our Community Support Package closes soon - fill out an application for a grant of up to $5000 below:

16.01.2022 We are delighted to be a supporter of the Rhythm & Ride event, which will take place on Friday and Saturday. For more details and to buy tickets, click here - www.rhythmandride.com.au

16.01.2022 Water Corporation has begun preliminary work on an upgrade of the Broome North Wastewater Treatment Plant, enabling it to treat all of Broomes wastewater. This will cater for the towns long-term population growth and allow the closure of Broome South Wastewater Treatment Plant by December 2022. Geotechnical survey work has commenced along the route of a pipeline that will transfer wastewater to the Broome North plant. ... This is low-impact work but the community may notice an increased activity in the area. The work area is within the road reserves of Clementson Street, Dora Street, Robert Street, Forrest Street, Hopton Street, Robinson Street, Guy Street, Hamersley Street, Weld Street, Napier Terrace, Bagot Street, Old Broome Road, Broome Road, Wattyl Drive, and within the pipeline easement heading east to the plant. Construction is due to start early next year, subject to regulatory approvals.

15.01.2022 The Shire wants your input into our Strategic Community Plan - with three workshops this week for you to have a say on Broomes future! For more information and to register, click here: https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Strategic-Community-Plan-Rev

15.01.2022 Have a great weekend everyone!

15.01.2022 The last Dash and Splash event of 2020 is being held this Friday at Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre! Come on down to this great community event - register here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Upcomin/Dash-and-Splash-2020

15.01.2022 Cable Beach Car Park will be closed between the Sanctuary Road roundabout and the Cable Beach Public Vehicle Access Ramp on Sunday, 6th September from 6am until 12 midnight due to the Shinju Matsuri LiveLighter Festival Finale.

15.01.2022 The Shire of Broome would like to thank the State and Federal Governments for their continued investment in the region after last week’s completion of the Cape Leveque Road sealing project. More info here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Shire-of-Broome-welcomes-inv

15.01.2022 Great work here by our parks and gardens team in Broome North, with the replacement of reticulation, pruning and fertilisation of plants and the provision of a fresh layer of mulch at local parks.

14.01.2022 Library staff can assist you in downloading, registering for and using the new SafeWA app. Just ask them how at the library or by calling 9191 3477.

13.01.2022 An important date in the calendar today - is there someone in your life that you need to ask R U OK?

12.01.2022 It's almost that time of the year again! Our facilities will be closed at times over the festive season - details here:

12.01.2022 An important update on the ongoing work in Chinatown here.

11.01.2022 The Shire's horticulture team have been busy revamping the garden beds on Dampier Terrace recently - looking good!!

11.01.2022 FREE UV PENS The Shire is committed to working alongside WA Police and the community to help to prevent and reduce crime. UV Pens help make property ownership clear and assist Police return property to its rightful owner.... The pens are available free from the Shire Administration Office, supplies are limited and restricted to one pen per person. This community safety initiative is brought to you by the Shire of Broome, Broome Police and Neighbourhood Watch.

11.01.2022 With Shinju Matsuri done and dusted for another year, the shipping container at the Festival Hub at Town Beach is scheduled to be removed tomorrow. As such, the gates at the Hamersley Street extension at Town Beach will be closed between 9am and 11am to allow a crane to load the container. Thanks for your patience!

10.01.2022 Have a great weekend! Great photo by Paul Michael Photography.

10.01.2022 Have you seen our plans for the Broome Skatepark!? Take a look and let us know your thoughts by taking the survey below: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BroomeSkateparkDraftConcept

09.01.2022 The Shire of Broome would like to reiterate that we have had issues around spam e-mails over the last week. We will never ask you to change or update bank account details through e-mail. If you are in doubt over an e-mail received from a Shire address, please contact us on 9191 3456 for clarification.

09.01.2022 Are you aged under 25 and want to have a say in the future of Broome? The Shire needs your input at our upcoming Community Workshops, which will take place next week. More information here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Strategic-Community-Plan-com

08.01.2022 You, your neighbours, your community and the police together can help to prevent and reduce crime. Consider for a moment how the theft of your vehicle will impact you, then take just a few short minutes to ensure that your vehicle, home and car keys are secure. Remove valuables from your car, lock your car and hide your car keys. ... This community safety message is brought to you by Shire of Broome and Broome Police.

08.01.2022 Do you recognise this cat? It was found by rangers on Friday morning at Wing Place in Broome - not microchipped or registered, but friendly. Please contact Shire rangers on 0407 382 079. ... For more on pet ownership, click here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Ranger-Servic/Animal-Control

07.01.2022 The Shire of Broome will be hosting a Community Safety Forum next month as part of the engagement process seeking feedback on the Draft Community Safety Plan 2021 2025.

07.01.2022 A reminder of the ongoing roadworks in Chinatown Broome as part of the Stage Two works - map below. Despite the construction works, you still have access to our amazing local businesses - make sure to support them and #BuyLocalBRM as we head towards Christmas!

07.01.2022 Roadworks next week The Shire of Broome and a contractor will be carrying out maintenance sealing works on Frederick Street on Monday. This will take place between the Hamersley and Herbert Street turnoffs, with only one lane affected at a time.... Traffic management and detours will be in place and the work will be completed on the day. Thank you for your patience while we undertake this project.

06.01.2022 It is likely that there will be an increase in the number of the mosquito Aedes vigilax, commonly called a saltmarsh mosquito, following the high tide on the 16 November and the rainfall on the 23 November. Environmental Health Officers from the Shire would like to advise the community to take extra precautions to protect against mosquitos this weekend. If the westerly winds keep up, mosquitos will hopefully be kept away from the town. ... Mosquitos often find shelter around dense plants and shaded areas. Please take care this weekend especially if you are getting into the garden, heading out fishing, or just getting outside to enjoy the start of the wet season. Cover up with repellent and long loose-fitting clothing, and get rid of anything that may be holding water around your home. More information can be found here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Pu/Mosquito-and-Pest-Control #fightthebite

06.01.2022 Don’t let your next event be unforgettable for the wrong reasons. Food poisoning it’s in your hands. #foodsafetyweek

05.01.2022 On Tuesday, Youth Advisory Council (YAC) members met with Tallulah Bieundurry - the Kimberley Girl winner for 2020. Like the Shire's Youth Council, the Kimberley Girl Program inspires youth leadership and provides pathways for young people to reach their goals and future aspirations. If you are interested in joining the YAC in 2021, please email [email protected].

05.01.2022 And the winner of the Weber Baby Q is......Inga Petrov! Thank you to everyone who entered our #BRMBuyLocal competition by spending $100 or more at a Broome business. There was an overwhelming response to the competition, which has played a role in helping our amazing local retailers.

05.01.2022 Local government plays a crucial role in leading and contributing to targeted community safety strategies, planning and responses at a local level. The Shire of Broome is committed to working alongside agencies and the community to reduce the risk of anti-social behaviour and improve community perceptions of safety. This is your chance to have your say on the Shire's role in addressing Community Safety over the next five years! ... To view the draft Community Safety Plan 2021 - 2025 go to - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Seeking-public-comment-on-Co

04.01.2022 Best of luck to all our nominated sports stars at tonight's awards!!

03.01.2022 The Shire is aware of technical issues with local radio transmitters - the problem has been fixed and JJJ and Classic FM are back online now. Thank you for your patience.

03.01.2022 Looking for something to do today? This great event is on at Broome Lotteries House Inc - the Shire is delighted to be a funding partner.

03.01.2022 A great opportunity with Pirate88 Broome Radio here!

03.01.2022 An update after this morning's tragic news.

02.01.2022 Do you recognise this friendly girl? Rangers found her in Broome North over the weekend - her name is Sasha. Please contact Shire rangers on 0407 382 079. ... For more on pet ownership, click here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Ranger-Servic/Animal-Control

02.01.2022 The Broome Public Library is offering the Go Digital Program over the next four weeks - providing a helping hand to local seniors with questions about technology. Details below!

02.01.2022 Do you recognise either of these cats? Rangers found them over the last few days on Forrest Street and Nishioka Way respectively - neither are microchipped. Please contact Shire rangers on 0407 382 079. ... For more on pet ownership, click here - https://www.broome.wa.gov.au//Ranger-Servic/Animal-Control

01.01.2022 ****UPDATE - 3.5m Estuarine (saltwater) crocodile was removed from the Broome Crocodile Control Zone at 12.45pm by Parks and Wildlife Service, with beaches to reopen****