Broome Port Authority - Parliament of Western Australia

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Broome Port is located on a sheltered peninsula halfway between the Pilbara Ports and Port of
Darwin (figure 1) and the depth alongside the wharf is naturally maintained by tidal flow at
approximately 10 metres. The Port is linked to the main coastal highway by a modern logistics
corridor (quad road train capable) that bypasses the town. Community infrastructure includes a
modern hospital, a thriving tourism and hospitality industry, and a busy and well managed regional
airport.
Figure 1 – Strategic Location
The Port is the logistical gateway for the Kimberley region and essential fuel supplies and
construction materials are imported for regional distribution. The port is also an intermodal hub for
onshore and offshore projects and activities. In 2010 the Broome Port Authority was assigned a role
in the compilation of the WA State Government’s Browse LNG Strategic Assessment, and this role
has carried over into the planning work associated with Browse Project definitions.
During the past year Broome Port Authority has complied with its mandate under the Port
Authorities Act 1999 (WA), namely to:
a) Facilitate trade within and through the port and plan for future growth and development of
the port;
b) Undertake or arrange for activities that will encourage and facilitate the development of trade
and commerce generally for the economic benefit of the State through the use of the port
and related facilities;
c) Control business and other activities in the port or in connection with the operation of the
port;
d) Be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the port;
e) Be responsible for the maintenance and preservation of vested property and other property
held by it; and
f) Protect the environment of the port and minimise the impact of port activities on that
environment.
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