About Me

The Broome Visitor Centre is a non government, not-for-profit organisation established to service visitors. We can book your accommodation, tours and vehicle hire for FREE as well as providing you with loads of information on Broome and the Kimberley. We know and love the Broome region and will provide you with expert advice on local attractions, accommodation, tours, special events, tide times, local businesses and facilities. We also provide the latest information on National Parks as well as road and weather condition reports for Broome, Kimberley and Pilbara regions. Our friendly and professional staff can help you plan your holiday by suggesting options based on your budget, interests, and length of stay in Broome and the Kimberley region. Contact us for more information or to make a free booking on Free call 1800 883 777 or go online at www.broomevisitorcentre.com.au. You can also email us at enquiries@broomevisitorcentre.com.au

Monday, July 26, 2010

The life and times of a Broomite and the GM of the Broome Visitor Centre

Since moving to the land of pindan, white sandy beaches, dragon flies and Toyota 4WD’s over 2 years ago, my life is now a far cry from cultural Melbourne!  Don’t get me wrong I love Melbourne though living here in Broome constantly surprises and delights.

Just take the last couple of months for example, one minute enjoying fine champagne in a marquee at Broome’s inaugural Beach Polo event, the next knee-deep in mud catching live bait for non biting barras and dodging 12 foot salties up the mighty Fitzroy river!  In between all that action, add to that an explosively rocking INXS concert, fabulous fascinators & frocks  trackside at the Broome Races, sunset drinks at the beach & glorious weather…..Ahh Broome…..let yourself go!

It’s not too late to enjoy all of the above, the dry season will be here right through September and into October, so escape the cold and head north my friends.
By the way, Broome has just been selected as a finalist in the GWN Top Tourism Town Awards…..the staff and I are a little bit excited about that!

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Events in Broome

Broome is certainly the place to be with big events happening most weekends, not to mention the weather is absolutely beautiful at the moment!

The lead up to Ladies Day and Broome Cup is well underway, with the track heating up at the Broome Turf Club last Saturday. See below for dates for the following races;

For a stunning visual show of amazing costumes and talented dancers is on display on the 20th and 21st August at Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre. For more information and tickets, go to the Worn Artpage on the Broome Visitor Centre website

Shinju Matsuri – Festival of the Pearl will be on from 27th August til 5th September 2010, and will include a float parade, Shinju Matsuri ball and dragon boating, among other great events.

Opera Under the Stars is on for the 18th year, and features the following opera stars;

Antoinette Halloran – Soprano

Aldo Di Toro – Tenor

Stuart Skelton – Tenor

James Clayton – Baritone

Kate Johnson – Pianist


Tickets can be booked online at www.broomevisitorcentre.com.au
For more information on these and other weekly events, go towww.broomevisitorcentre.com.au

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Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Mowanjum Festival Date Change

Due to the unseasonal weather, the annual Respect Yourself, Respect Your Culture MOWANJUM FESTIVAL
Will now be held on WED 14th JULY 2pm to 10pm
Apologies for any inconvenience.
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Mowanjum Art and Culture Centre warmly invites you to the annual Respect Yourself, Respect Your Culture Mowanjum Festival on the 21st July.
Experience the unique art and culture of the Worrorra, Ngarinyin and Wunumbal peoples of the Western Kimberley, in this family friendly, alcohol and smoke free one day and one night event.
Festivities kick off at 2pm in the afternoon with workshops in dij playing, boab carving and other cultural activities. A major exhibition of Wandjina art will be held in the gallery, with all works for sale. This is a great chance for you to take home a real piece of the Kimberley.
At sunset, performances will get underway, and a magnificent series of corroborees will be presented. Last year over 100 dancers and singers aged from 2 to 83 performed.
This is the largest traditional corroboree that is open to the general public in WA.
Healthy and delicious food will be on sale including bush tucker.
Come along and have an authentic experience of Kimberley Aboriginal culture.
  • Thursday 21st July
  • Tickets on the gate – $10 adults, $5 kids   - Gates open at 2pm.
  • Bring a blanket or folding chair.
  • ALCOHOL FREE EVENT
  • Mowanjum Art and Culture Centre is on Mowanjum Community lands, 12kms from Derby, 3 kms down the Gibb River Road
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