Commercial Filming
and Photography
Handbook
The official manual of conditions for
one-off or short-term commercial filming and photography operations
occurring on waters and lands managed by the
Department of Parks and Wildlife (DPaW)
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Contents
1.
Introduction
2.
Frequently Asked Questions
3.
Important maps
4.
General Conditions
5.
Issues and Extra Conditions
6.
Kimberley Region
7.
Pilbara Region
8.
Midwest Region
9.
Goldfields Region
10.
Wheatbelt Region
11.
Swan Region
12.
South West Region
13.
Warren Region
14.
South Coast Region
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1. Introduction
1.1 Background
The Department of Parks and Wildlife (DPaW) supports and encourages both private and
commercial filming and photography on DPaW-managed land and waters that promotes an
appreciation and respect of the conservation, environmental and cultural values of the area
being photographed or filmed.
Western Australia has one of the most magnificent natural and cultural environments on Earth. It
encompasses remnant rainforests, karri and jarrah forests, mangroves, heathlands, wetlands,
coral reefs and deserts. These are combined with bizarre landscapes, beaches and gorges,
masses of wildflowers and features such as the Pinnacles, the striped beehove domes of the
Bungle Bungle Range, the meteorite crater at Wolfe Creek and the Coral Coast of Ningaloo
Reef. It is not surprising that these magnificent natural and cultural environments are of growing
interest to filmmakers and photographers in Australia and all over the world.
DPaW supports and encourages all types of photography and filming on DPaW-managed land
and waters. Taking photographs and filming for private purposes in national parks, conservation
parks, marine parks and other DPaW-managed reserves are encouraged as a passive
recreation activity. These activities are rewarding, and often, these images and recordings
provide wonderful and long lasting memories.
Commercial filming and photography is likewise encouraged and supported. DPaW recognises
the significant contribution it can make towards boosting tourism in the state, raising awareness
of environmental and conservation issues, and promoting the appreciation of the natural
environment, Indigenous and non-indigenous cultural heritage.
This handbook provides information for persons or organisations planning one-off or short-term
commercial filming and photography operations such as advertisements, commercials,
documentaries, production films or television programs.
However, this handbook will not apply to on-going commercial filming undertaken by
Commercial Operators that are licensed to conduct tours and provide a photo or video service to
their passengers. Commercial Operators must apply for the standard commercial operator
licence to undertake on-going commercial filming on DPaW-managed land and waters.
1.2 The purpose of the Commercial Filming Handbook
DPaW recognises its responsibility to manage the state’s conservation estate. The purpose of
this handbook is to ensure that commercial filming and photography operations undertaken on
DPaW-managed land and waters do not compromise DPaW’s conservation, environmental and
cultural management objectives.
The Commercial Filming Handbook serves a number of purposes. These include:
to ensure the protection and conservation of Western Australia‟s natural and cultural
environments, including the protection and respect of Aboriginal sites
to ensure commercial filming and photography portrays the department, DPaW staff and
DPaW- managed land and waters in an appropriate manner
to clearly identify some of the conditions that apply to commercial filming and
photography operations undertaken on DPaW-managed land and waters
to minimise risks to commercial filmmakers and photographers, parks visitors and DPaW
staff.
1.3 Definitions
In this handbook, unless the context otherwise requires:
CALM Act means the Conservation and Land Management Act 1984.
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CALM Land means land, or land and waters, to which the CALM Act and CALM Regulations
apply, and includes caves and parts of caves on or under that land.
CALM Officer means a person appointed under section 45 and 46 of the CALM Act.
CALM Regulations means the Conservation and Land Management Regulations 2002.
Charges means daily rates payable, as applicable, for permission to access and use CALM
Land for commercial filming and photography levied by way of a commercial filming licence.
Commercial filming means any filming or photography activity undertaken on CALM Land for
either of the following purposes, regardless of the medium or format used (e.g. video clips,
digital, magnetic tape, celluloid, still, motion):
advertising (such as the creation of commercials), production films, documentaries,
educational films, Government sponsored films or tourism promotions;
workshops or courses; and
any filming or photography activity which involves the use of film crews, props, sets,
models, instructional materials and group activities; the utilisation of DPaW staff and
resources and/or access to locations beyond areas made available to normal visitors to
CALM Land.
Commercial filming operation means a commercial filming or photography activity undertaken
on CALM Land.
Conditions means the conditions set out in this handbook or attached to a licence or lawful
authority.
Delegate means a District Manager or Regional Manager for the purpose of issuing a lawful
authority.
DPaW means the Department of Parks and Wildlife.
Director General means the chief executive (CEO) of DPaW (the department assisting the
Minister in the administration of the CALM Act), or a delegate of the CEO.
Fees means payment for of recovery costs for services provided by DPaW (e.g. salaries,
vehicles costs, travel, accommodation, and meals allowance, air fares and materials), bonds and
camping fees.
Handbook means the Commercial Filming Handbook.
Lawful Authority means a Filming and Photography Lawful Authority granted by the Director
General (or his delegate) in accordance with regulation 4 of the CALM Regulations, which
authorises a person or organisation to undertake a commercial filming operation that would, but
for that notice, be unlawful under the CALM Regulations.
Licence means a commercial filming licence. This licence is granted by the Director General
under Part 7 of the Regulations that authorises a person to sell goods or services or carry on
business, in this case to undertake filming or photography for a commercial purpose on CALM
Land.
Minister means the Minister administering the CALM Act, or a delegate of the Minister.
Non-commercial filming means any filming or photography activity carried out on CALM land
by individuals (single photographers or filmmakers with no crew or significant equipment filming
in areas normally used by most visitors) where the primary intent for filming is of a personal or
private nature. Non-commercial filming also includes:
speculative filming and photography that may be the subject of a future commercial
transaction whereby the resulting images are reproduced in postcards, calendars, prints,
publications, documentaries or displayed in galleries or on private and/or public websites
the taking of photographs, film and videos for the news media of the day and current
affairs is not considered commercial filming
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filming for charities and not-for-profit organisations
photography or filming for weddings and portraits
photography or filming by park visitors for private purposes only.
Operator means a person or organisation holding a licence or lawful authority to undertake a
commercial filming operation on CALM Land. This includes the operator‟s employees, agents
and contractors.
1.4 DPaW’s responsibilities
DPaW manages Western Australia’s conservation estate, including marine conservation
reserves.
It is DPaW‟s mission that:
“Working with the community, we will ensure that Western Australia’s environment is valued,
protected and conserved, for its intrinsic value, and for the appreciation and benefit of future
generations”
To facilitate this mission, DPaW is responsible for managing more than 27.5 million hectares of
land and waters vested in the Conservation Commission of Western Australia (Conservation
Commission) and the Marine Parks and Reserves Authority (MPRA) or other land to which the
CALM Act applies. The Conservation Commission and MPRA are independent statutory
authorities established under the CALM Act. These lands and waters are managed in
accordance with the CALM Act and CALM Regulations on behalf of the people of Western
Australia.
1.5 Commercial filming licences and lawful authorities
Commercial filming licences (licences) or filming and photography lawful authorities (lawful
authorities) allow a person or organisation to lawfully undertake a commercial filming or
photography operation (commercial filming operation) on CALM Land.
All commercial filmmakers and photographers planning to take still pictures or motion pictures
for commercial purposes on CALM Land must obtain either a licence or lawful authority. These
are both issued in accordance with the CALM Regulations by DPaW. Filming or photography for
private or non-commercial purposes does not require a licence or lawful authority from DPaW.
For further information on the definitions for commercial filming and non-commercial filming refer
to 1.3 Definitions (pages 2-3).
All commercial filming operations undertaken on CALM Land require a licence, unless it can be
determined that the operation will have a major benefit to state or it is likely to increase the
appreciation, awareness and understanding of Western Australia‟s natural and/or cultural
environment. In these cases a lawful authority will be issued instead of a licence and the
applicant will qualify for a waiver. For further information on waivers refer to 1.8 Waivers (page
5).
Licences
Licences are a legal basis that allows approved commercial filming operations to occur on CALM
Land. A licence is granted in accordance with Part 7 of the CALM Regulations, which allows the
Director General, with the approval of the Minister for Environment (the Minister), to authorise a
person or organisation to sell goods or services or carry on business, in this case undertake a
commercial filming operation on CALM Land. Licences are subject to charges and fees.
Lawful authorities
Lawful authorities are another legal basis that allows approved commercial filming operations to
occur on CALM Land. A lawful authority refers to a written notice granted by the Director
General (or his delegate) in accordance with regulation 4 of the CALM Regulations, which
authorises a person or organisation to undertake a commercial filming operation that would, but
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for that notice, be unlawful under the CALM Regulations. Lawful authorities are only subject to
fees, not charges.
1.6 Charges for licences
A standard charge for the use of CALM Land for commercial filming will apply to commercial
filming licences. These charges are levied in accordance with the CALM Regulations.
Licences are subject to standard charges and an application fee (Table 1). Charges vary
according to the type of commercial filming operation and the length of time that is required to
access CALM Lands.
Table 1. Charges for Commercial Filming Licences (all prices include GST):
Motion filming for advertising,
feature films, documentaries,
educational and tourism films
($ AUS)
Stills photography
(large scale)
Application fee
$50.00
$50.00
Half day access charges
$550.00
$137.50
Full day access charges
$770.00
$275.00
Three + days access charges
$1100.00
$1100.00
($ AUS)
Higher charges than the standard charges listed in Table 1 may be applied by DPaW on the
basis of the scale of the production. For instance, a large-scale advertising production which
uses a well known or significant feature, such as the Pinnacles at Nambung National Park or the
Bungle Bungle Ranges in Purnululu National Park may attract substantially higher charges than
the standard charge. These charges will be set by DPaW during the application process and
may include administrative costs.
1.7 Fees
Commercial filming licences and lawful authorities may be subject to fees.
Recovery costs for services provided by DPaW
DPaW may request a payment for recovery costs for the provision of advice or services,
performance of work and/or supply of services or facilities. Such costs may be incurred if the
commercial filming operation:
requires the involvement of DPaWstaff for reasons including (but not limited to),
determining appropriate locations and supervision during filming
requires management of access to sensitive areas (e.g. sites of significance to Aboriginal
people and fauna habitats)
involves factors likely to cause need for management supervision, such as environmental
impact.
The fees will vary according to the supervision requirement, location of the filming, the scale of
the production, as well as other factors. The fees for supervision by DPaW staff include:
standard hours - $55.00 AUS per hour (including GST)
after hours - $71.50 AUS per hour (including GST).
Bonds
It may be also a condition of a licence or a lawful authority that a bond is required for the
purpose of repairing, rehabilitating or cleaning up an area as a result of a commercial filming
operation. The amount will be determined by DPaW based on the activities proposed and the
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number of people and equipment involved. The bond will be required before a licence or a lawful
authority is issued.
Park entry and camping fees
Licence or lawful authority holders do not have to pay entry fees to all parks where entry fees
apply. A copy of a licence or lawful authority should be shown at the entry point, upon arrival.
Licence holders must pay camping fees in all parks where they apply. Camping fees may be
waivered for lawful authorities.
1.8 Waivers
DPaW can waive charges and fees for commercial filming operations that will benefit the state
and support the appreciation, awareness and understanding of the natural and cultural
environment in Western Australia.
DPaW can waive charges and fees for a commercial filming operation if it qualifies for such a
waiver. This means that a person or organisation will be granted a lawful authority and charges
to access CALM Land for the purpose of commercial filming will be waivered. DPaW may also
waive other fees when a lawful authority is granted (e.g. recovery costs, camping fees).
A lawful authority will only be considered if it can be determined the commercial filming
operation:
will have a major benefit to the state of Western Australia
will have a major benefit to tourism in Western Australia
is likely to increase the appreciation, awareness and understanding of the natural and/or
cultural environment in Western Australia and benefit DPaW‟s management objectives.
These may include some educational documentaries, television lifestyle programs and
where DPaW is working closely with the filmmakers on the script or when DPaW will
gain community education benefits.
Each commercial filming application will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by DPaW to
determine whether a licence or lawful authority is appropriate.
1.9 Conditions for licence and lawful authority holders
This handbook outlines some of the conditions persons or organisations must abide by when
undertaking a commercial filming operation on Western Australia’s conservation reserves and
state forest.
Licence and lawful authority holders must abide by all the conditions that apply to their
commercial filming operation. The conditions for commercial filming operations are set out in this
handbook. However, during the application process DPaW may apply extra conditions that are
not set out in this handbook. All the conditions that a commercial filming operator must abide by
will be attached to each licence or lawful authority granted by DPaW.
A licence or lawful authority holder, who breaches a condition, may incur a fine and result in the
cancellation, suspension and non-renewal of their licence or lawful authority. A person, who,
without a licence or lawful authority undertakes a commercial filming operation on CALM Land,
commits an offence under the CALM Regulations which may also result in a fine.
1.10 How to use this handbook
Conditions are presented under major headings and begin with (a), (b), (c), (i), (ii), (iii) etc.
Please ensure that you are aware of, understand and abide by all conditions attached to
your licence or lawful authority. Your conditions can be found by following these steps:
Step 1. If you have any questions, please read chapter 2. Frequently Asked questions.
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Step 2. Read the general conditions that apply to all commercial filming operations undertaken
on CALM Land in chapter 4. General Conditions.
Step 3. Read the issues and extra conditions that apply to commercial filming operations
undertaken on CALM Land in chapter 5. Issues and Extra Conditions
Step 4. Chapters six to 15 are presented according to DPaW‟s nine regions and Regional Parks.
Under each chapter is regional and park information, as well as conditions that are additional to
chapters 4. General Conditions and 5. Issues and Extra Conditions. Find any relevant
conditions that apply to the area or park that you plan to undertake a commercial filming
operation. Please note that DPaW may apply other conditions on a case-by-case basis that are
not set out in this handbook.
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2. Frequently asked questions
2.1 When is a licence required?
A licence is required for all commercial filming operations undertaken on CALM Land, unless a
lawful authority is granted as an alternative. The definition of commercial filming for the purpose
of this handbook is as follows:
Commercial filming is any filming or photography activity undertaken out on CALM Land for
either of the following purposes, regardless of the medium or format used (e.g. video clips,
digital, magnetic tape, celluloid, still, motion):
advertising (such as the creation of commercials), production films, documentaries,
educational films, Government sponsored films or tourism promotions
workshops or courses
any filming or photography activity which involves the use of film crews, props, sets,
models, instructional materials and group activities; the utilization of DPaW staff and
resources and/or access to locations beyond that made available to normal visitors to
CALM Land.
A licence is subject to charges to access CALM Lands for the purpose commercial filming as
well as other fees (recovery costs, bonds and camping fees).
2.2 When is a lawful authority granted instead of a licence?
A lawful authority will be issued as a waiver of charges for some commercial filming operations.
It will only be granted only if it can be determined the commercial filming operation:
will have a major benefit to the state of Western Australia
will have a major benefit to tourism in Western Australia
is likely to increase the appreciation, awareness and understanding of the natural and/or
cultural environment and benefit DPaW‟s management objectives. These may include
some documentaries, television lifestyle programs and where DPaW is working closely
with the filmmakers on the script or DPaW will gain community education benefits.
A lawful authority is exempt from the charges to access CALM Lands for the purpose
commercial filming. In some cases recovery costs and camping fees may also be waivered by
DPaW. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the relevant DPaW staff.
2.3 When is a licence or a lawful authority NOT required?
A licence or a lawful authority is not required for all private or non-commercial filming undertaken
on CALM Land. The definition of non-commercial filming for the purpose of this handbook is as
follows:
Non-commercial filming is considered any filming or photography activity carried out on CALM
Land by individuals (single photographers or filmmakers with no crew or significant equipment
filming in areas normally used by most visitors) where the primary intent for filming is of a
personal or private nature. Non-commercial filming also includes:
speculative filming and photography that may be the subject of a future commercial
transaction whereby the resulting images are reproduced in postcards, calendars, prints,
publications, documentaries or displayed in galleries or on private and/or public websites
the taking of photographs, film and videos for the news media of the day and current
affairs is not considered commercial filming
filming for charities and not-for-profit organisations
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photography or filming for weddings and portraits
photography or filming by park visitors for private purposes only.
2.4 How do I apply for a licence or lawful authority?
All commercial filmmakers and photographers must complete the commercial filming and
photography licence application. The application will then be determined as to whether a licence
or a lawful authority is appropriate.
Before submitting an application, please read the conditions that apply to your intended
commercial filming operation in this handbook. Also, you must attach any other supporting
documentation that is requested in the application form to assist DPaW to assess your
application (e.g. scripts, production schedules, insurance information). The application then must
be submitted to the Policy and Tourism Branch.
Licensing Officer, Policy and Tourism Branch
Locked Bag 104, Bentley Delivery Centre WA 6983
Australia
Telephone: (08) 9334 0119 (International Code: + 61 8 9334 0119)
Email: [email protected]
For more information about licences and lawful authorities please contact the Policy and
Tourism Branch.
2.5 How long will the application take to be processed?
DPaW request that all commercial filming licence applications should be submitted as least six
weeks before the expected start date of the commercial filming operation. This ensures the
proper assessment of each application to determine whether a licence or lawful authority is
appropriate.
DPaW, however, recognises that not everyone will be able to submit the application six weeks in
advance, as some filmmakers or photographers may not be aware of the requirements. These
applications will still be considered and processed by DPaW if possible within the time frame
available.
Some applications may take considerably longer if it is determined that it requires a higher level
of assessment by DPaW or consultation in regard to Aboriginal cultural sensitivities is required.
A commercial filming application, not consistent with the handbook may take longer to be
processed, as extra conditions may need to be applied.
In all cases it is in an applicant‟s interest to allow as much time possible for the applications to
be processed.
2.6 Why DPaW requires a licence or lawful authority?
DPaW issues licences or lawful authorities for all commercial filming operations on CALM Land
because it is a legal requirement under the CALM Regulations (see Regulation 4, 94 and108 of
the CALM Regulations).
This requirement ensures that all commercial filming operations abide by the conditions set out
in this handbook. Therefore, helping DPaW, the Conservation Commission and the MPRA
ensure that the beauty and diversity of Western Australia‟s natural environment, natural
attractions and sites of cultural significance are not diminished and are safeguarded for the
appreciation and benefit of future generations. Furthermore, these conditions ensure the safety
of all commercial filmmakers and photographers, parks visitors and DPaW staff.
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3. Important Maps
3.1 Department of Parks and Wildlife region and district boundaries
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3.2 Department of Parks and Wildlife South West region and district boundaries
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4. General conditions
A list of all the definitions used in this handbook is found in section 1.3 Definitions (pages 2-3).
4.1 Interpretation
(a) A reference to anything that the operator shall or shall not do includes, where the context
permits, the operator‟s employees, agents and contractors.
(b) The singular includes the plural and vice versa.
(c) A reference to any thing is a reference to the whole or any part of it and a reference to a
group of things or persons is a reference to any one or more of them.
(d) If the operator consists of a partnership or joint venture, then:
(i) an obligation imposed on the operator binds each person who comprises the operator
jointly and severally
(ii) the act of one person who comprises the operator binds the other persons who
comprise the operator
(iii) a breach by one person who comprises the operator constitutes a breach by the
operator.
(e) A reference to a statute, ordinance, code or other law includes regulations and other
instruments under it and consolidations, amendments, re-enactments or replacements of any
of them.
(f) If a word or phrase is defined, other grammatical forms of that word or phrase have a
corresponding meaning.
(g) If the word „including‟ or „includes‟ is used, the words „without limitation‟ are taken to
immediately follow.
4.2 Compliance with laws
Conditions in this section apply to all persons or organisations undertaking a commercial filming
operation on CALM Land. The terms and conditions listed in this handbook are applied within
the statutory provisions of the CALM Act of 1984 and the CALM regulations 2002.
(a) The operator shall comply with all laws relating to the conduct of activities pursuant to this
licence/lawful authority including, but not limited to:
(i)
the Conservation and Land Management Act 1984
(ii) the Conservation and Land Management Regulations 2002
(iii) the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950
(iv) the Wildlife Conservation Regulations 1970
(v) any other relevant Act, Regulations or By-laws.
(b) The operator shall comply with all verbal and written directions issued to it by an authorised
CALM officer appointed pursuant to sections 45 and 46 of the CALM Act.
(c) The operator acknowledges and agrees that any failure to abide by the conditions of this
licence/lawful authority will constitute grounds for its suspension, alteration or termination
and the operator shall be given notice of any infringement and be required to show cause
why the licence or lawful authority should not be terminated.
(d) The operator acknowledges that the Delegate or his/her delegate has full on-site control,
allowing for the alteration of activities if the need arises.
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(e) The operator agrees that they will not represent themselves as an agent of DPaW or the
Director General or in any way purport to act for or on behalf of DPaW or the Director
General in carrying out the approved activity.
(f) The operator acknowledges and agrees that this licence/lawful authority is subject to any
necessary approval being obtained from other authorities as required (e.g. local
Government, Water Corporation, WA Police, Department of Transport).
(g) The operator acknowledges and agrees that it will, if so directed by DPaW, reimburse DPaW
for any costs of search or rescue incurred by DPaW arising or in connection with the conduct
of the activity or the presence of the operator in the park or reserve.
(h) The operator agrees that it will make good any damage of whatsoever nature and howsoever
occurring to the park or reserve (including damage to vegetation, Aboriginal or historic sites,
relics or park facilities), which results from the activity or the presence of the operator in the
park or reserve.
(i) The operator acknowledges and agrees that if it fails to make good such damage to the
satisfaction of DPaW then DPaW may cause to have the damage repaired and may recover
the costs of doing so from the operator as a debt due to DPaW.
(j) The operator agrees to publicly acknowledge the contribution of DPaW in any credits for the
photograph or film by inclusion of the statement “Produced with the assistance of the
Department of Parks and Wildlife, Western Australia” with the display of the DPaW logo, if
required to do so.
(k) The operator acknowledges and agrees that a copy of the final film product or scientifically
important unedited sequence will be supplied at DPaW‟s expense (cost of making a copy of
the footage or still photo) if so required by DPaW.
(l) The operator agrees to comply with any request by DPaW to preview the final film product to
ensure that DPaW‟s policies, objectives and regulations have been met.
4.3 Safety
(a) The operator acknowledges and agrees to provide appropriate safety equipment and caution
to employees and other people participating in the commercial filming operation about the
hazards likely to be encountered on CALM Land.
4.4 Public liability insurance
(a) The operator agrees that at all times during the period of the licence/lawful authority they
shall maintain a policy of public liability insurance for a sum of no less than $10 million per
event.
(b) The operator agrees that neither the Western Australian Government, DPaW, nor the CEO
take responsibility or liability for the security, loss, damage nor otherwise of any vehicle,
machinery, equipment or other goods or property owned by, or under the control of the
operator.
4.5 Operations
(a) The operator acknowledges and agrees that this licence/lawful authority does not give the
authority holder exclusive use or access to any site, facility or wildlife.
(b) The operator agrees to:
(i) remove all equipment and completely clear and clean the location/s by the date of
expiry of this licence/lawful authority with all rubbish to be removed unless bins are
provided
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(ii) not erect any facilities or structures, whether temporary or permanent, without
approval from a Delegate
(iii) pay camping fees where applicable
(iv) light no fires other than in portable stoves or DPaW approved fireplaces
(v) drive vehicles in the park or reserve only on the designated roads or on such other
areas as the officer-in-charge may approve
(vi) use DPaW camping facilities if required and in accordance with conditions applying to
the public
(vii) carry a copy of their licence/lawful authority at all times during the commercial filming
operation on CALM Land.
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5. Issues and extra conditions
5.1 Phytophthora cinnamomi (dieback)
Information
The arrival and spread of the root-rot disease Phytophthora cinnamomi (also referred to as Phytophthora
dieback) in Western Australia has been catastrophic for the biota of a number of south-west ecosystems.
As many as 2,300 of the estimated 5710 native plant species in the south-west of WA are susceptible to,
and often killed by, Phytophthora dieback disease which is thought to have been introduced soon after
European settlement.
In general, Phytophthora cinnamomi is restricted to areas in the southwest of the state that receive at least
400mm of average annual rainfall. The spread of Phytophthora dieback can occur through the movement
of infected wet soil and plant material, usually on vehicle tyres, walkers‟ boots and on earth moving
machinery (road construction, timber harvesting and mining).
„Disease Risk Areas‟ are located in a number of parks, forests and reserves. These are significant areas that are
protected and are largely uninfested by Phytophthora dieback. Disease Risk Areas are closed to vehicles to
prevent the introduction, spread and intensification of the disease. Access to Disease Risk Areas during Summer
months may be permitted, although special written permission must be obtained from the local district office. For
more information about Phytophthora dieback, the location of Disease Risk Areas and the signage system DPaW
has introduced throughout the state to raise awareness about Phytophthora dieback and to assist with land
management. Please contact the relevant local district office.
Travelling in Disease Risk Areas is prohibited, unless approved by a delegate. If a commercial filming operator
has been granted permission to enter Disease Risk Areas, they must adhere to the „Conditions of entry into
Disease Risk Areas‟. The commercial filming operator should also contact the relevant DPaW district or regional
office about hygiene management and specifications to clean down vehicles and equipment when entering these
areas.
Conditions for entry into Disease Risk Areas
(a) The Bibbulmun Track passes through a number of Phytophthora cinnamomi infested areas.
To avoid spreading the pathogen, boot cleaning stations have been provided along the track
at critical points. The operator shall use, and shall ensure that all employees, agents,
contractors use these stations when these stations are approached on the track.
(b) If access is granted to an operator to enter a Disease Risk Area, the operator shall:
(i)
do all things necessary to minimise the risk of soil and plant tissue transportation
from areas infested with Phytophthora cinnamomi to unknown or uninfested areas
(ii)
ensure that all vehicles (including underside of the vehicle, body and tyres) and
equipment (including footwear) are thoroughly cleaned of soil, seed, weed and
plant matter before entering a Disease Risk Area
(iii)
use chlorinated water, if water is being used to clean vehicles and equipment
(iv)
consult the local DPaW district office regarding the inspection of vehicles and the
location where they can clean down vehicles and equipment.
5.2 Declared rare flora and fauna
Information
At all times, all native flora and fauna throughout WA are protected under the Wildlife Conservation Act
1950, unless declared otherwise by the Minister. This includes all living plants, or parts of plants (including
seeds or spores), and all or part of any animal living or dead (including eggs, carcass, skin, plumage, shell
and bones).
It is an offence against the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 to take protected flora or fauna without lawful
authority.
Section 6 of that Act specifies the definition of „to take‟ in relation to flora to include to gather, pluck, cut,
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pull up, destroy, dig up, remove or injure the flora or to permit the same to be done by any means.
„To take‟ fauna in relation to any fauna, includes to kill or capture any fauna by any means or to disturb or
molest any fauna by any means or to use any method whatsoever to hunt or kill any fauna whether this
results in killing or capturing any fauna or not; and also includes every attempt to take fauna and every act
of assistance to another person to take fauna and derivatives and inflections have corresponding meaning.
The commercial filming operator shall not engage in the feeding of fauna on CALM Land, without approval
from a Delegate.
Non disturbance of flora
(a) The operator shall not disturb flora that occurs between the rare flora designated markers.
(b) The operator, its employees, agents, contractors shall not take („take‟ having the same
meaning as provided by the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950) any protected flora or fauna
whether alive or dead or any non-living objects such as shells, driftwood, sand, rocks etc
from any CALM Land without lawful authority from the Director General.
5.3 Filming marine animals, whale sharks and rare fauna
Information
If you want to film marine animals, whale sharks and rare fauna, and/or to capture animals in order to film
them, a special wildlife interaction licence in accordance with the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 is
required. These are separate requests to a commercial filming licence or a lawful authority, unless the
activity is being conducted in conjunction with a person who is already appropriately licensed. There is no
additional fee for this licence, unless additional staff is required.
For more information on wildlife interaction licences, please contact:
Senior Licensing Officer - Fauna
DPaW Wildlife Licensing Section
Locked Bag 30, Bentley Delivery Centre WA 6983
Australia
Telephone: (08) 9219 9831 (International Code: + 61 8 9219 9831)
Email: [email protected]
5.4 Partial or full closure of parks and reserves
Information
Many parts of CALM Land may, at some time of the year, be subject to full or partial closure for a variety of
reasons; such as flooding, bushfires, prescribed burning, facility maintenance, to limit the spread of
diseases such as Phytophthora cinnamomi and to protect vulnerable animal species in breeding periods.
Closures are in place either to protect wildlife conservation values of an area or for the safety and
protection of visitors to parks and reserves.
Due to unforeseen events, entire or partial closure of parks or closure of roads may occur at any time.
Wherever possible, DPaW will endeavour to notify the commercial filming operator when possible.
In some instances the operator will be able to gain lawful authority to enter some closed parks and reserves.
Approval will only be granted if the safety of the commercial filming operator‟s and the conservation values of an
area are not compromised. This will be evaluated by DPaW staff on a case-by-case basis.
No guarantee of access
(a) The commercial operator acknowledges that nothing in the licence or lawful authority that
guarantees the operator access to any area of CALM Land and the Director General may, at
any time and from time to time, close or restrict access to any area of CALM Land without
prior notice to the operator.
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5.5 Aboriginal sites
Information
Aboriginal sites protected under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972
Many parks around the state incorporate sites of Aboriginal heritage value and significance. Many
Aboriginal sites that are declared as protected areas, such as the rock art sites, are protected under the
Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972. Access to these areas is usually restricted.
The commercial filming operator must contact the relevant traditional owners or Aboriginal group to gain
written approval to access and undertake a commercial filming operation at these sites. The written
approval must be submitted with a commercial filming application. Please contact the relevant district office
for more information if you intend to film at Aboriginal sites protected under the Aboriginal Heritage Act
1972.
More information on the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 and its administration may be obtained from the
regional Department of Indigenous Affairs office, or by visiting www.dia.wa.gov.au/.
Respecting Aboriginal sites
DPaW recognises the unique role and expertise that Aboriginal people can have as both traditional owners
with a cultural responsibility to care for country, and as managers of conservation lands and waters for the
state.
All Aboriginal sites should be treated with the same level of respect that should be given to a religious house of
your own or another religion. Sites include waterways, granite outcrops, dreaming trails and tracks, women‟s sites
and men‟s sites, scar trees, burial sites, campsites, tool making sites, ceremonial grounds and shell middens.
(a) The operator shall not conduct a commercial filming operation in an area containing
Aboriginal rock art sites or Aboriginal sites listed under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972
without the prior consent of the traditional owners or relevant Aboriginal group.
The following general protocols should be observed on CALM Land in order to respect the
Aboriginal culture and history of the land:
all waterways are precious in Aboriginal culture so do not urinate or use soap in the water
understand and respect that there is Aboriginal women‟s business and men‟s business
and neither should speak for the other
when visiting Dreaming trails and tracks always stay on the established paths
motor vehicles, motorcycles, or any domesticated animals such as horses or dogs are
not to be taken onto granite outcrops.
5.6 Approval from relevant traditional custodians
Information
Commercial filming operators planning to take photography or footage on CALM Land may require written
approval from the relevant traditional owners or the relevant Aboriginal group.
It is the responsibility of the commercial filming operator to contact the relevant traditional owners to gain
written approval, as this must be submitted with their commercial filming application. Chapters 6 to 15
provide information about reserves or areas in reserves that require written approval to undertake a
commercial filming operation. In all other instances a district office will notify you if written approval is
required to undertake a commercial filming operation.
(a) The operator acknowledges and agrees that this licence/lawful authority are subject to any
necessary written approval being obtained from the relevant traditional owners.
(b) The operator shall not enter or conduct a commercial filming operation in any area occupied
by Aboriginal communities without the prior consent of such communities.
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(c) The operator shall not conduct a commercial operation on CALM Land dealing with
Aboriginal heritage without prior consent from the relevant Aboriginal group maintaining
custody of that material.
5.7 Leave No Trace
Information
Leave No Trace is an internationally recognised minimal impact program that is based on:
1. seven scientifically derived principles
2. bioregion and activity specific materials and information
3. a comprehensive training and education program.
DPaW supports the development of a national minimal impact ethos and is working with Leave No Trace
Australia to facilitate a best practice skills and ethics program.
Leave No Trace Australia is a partnership based organisation that works with tourism businesses and other
sectors to develop programs and materials that deliver quality MI environmental education to travellers.
Leave No Trace principles and practices extend a sensitivity and hospitality to other visitors, to the
outdoors, to culturally significant country and sites and to the natural environment. Commercial filming
operators can do their part in minimising their ecological footprint by adopting the seven principles of Leave
No Trace and educating their staff on minimal impact practices.
The seven principles of Leave No Trace are:
1. Plan ahead and prepare
2. Travel and camp on durable surfaces
3. Dispose of waste properly
4. Leave what you find
5. Minimise campfire impacts
6. Respect wildlife
7. Be considerate of your hosts and other visitors.
More substantive information on each of the principles is contained on the organisations website
www.LNT.org.au. For program information and Leave No Trace materials contact:
Leave No Trace Australia
PO Box 71
COTTESLOE 6911
Phone: (08) 9384 9062
Email: [email protected]
www.LNT.org.au
5.8 Introduced plants and animals
Information
Weeds
A weed is an introduced plant species that interferes with the conservation of the natural environment and
its biodiversity values. Weeds can out-compete native vegetation and destroy habitat for native animals.
Commercial filming operators may spread weeds from one site to another through walking and vehicular
movement. Many weeds have become invasive on CALM Land and it is important that further spread and
infestation is prevented. Please contact the district or regional DPaW office to obtain a weed list for the
reserve(s) you intend to visit and information on protocols to reduce the spread of them.
Cane Toads
The westward movement of cane toads through the Northern Territory towards Western Australia threatens
the biodiversity of the state, with the Kimberley at the forefront of invasion.
Commercial filming operators should check vehicles when traversing between parks to ensure cane toads
have not made their way into personal belongings or vehicles. Please report anything you think may be a
cane toad so the species can be confirmed before animals are killed.
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To report suspected cane toad sightings please contact the local DPaW office, DPaW Nature Protection
Branch on (08) 9334 0292 or email [email protected].
Commercial filming operators are advised to follow the following protocols to reduce the spread
of weeds:
restrict activities to formalised roads, paths and designated camping areas
remove any plant material or seeds found in equipment, clothing, shoes or vehicle before
leaving an area and dispose of it responsibly in bins.
5.9 Saltwater crocodiles
Safety information
Commercial filming operators working in the north-west of the state must be mindful of saltwater crocodiles
that inhabit coastal zones in mangrove creeks, coastal rivers and inlets from the Kimberley region south to
Exmouth and Onslow.
Commercial filming operators and visitors are advised to:
take care and stay alert in mangrove habitats, particularly near the waters edge
avoid entering the water when possible
take extreme care when launching and retrieving boats
ensure commercial filming and photography setup is a substantial distance from the
waters edge
not swim where saltwater crocodiles are known to inhabit, may inhabit or where it is
signposted not to do so
take care when swimming in any body of water in the Kimberley and Pilbara region.
5.10 Dingoes and wild dogs
Safety information
Commercial filming operators are advised that dingoes live in Western Australia and are frequent in Karijini
and Cape Range national parks. While searching for food dingoes may harass and may even try to
intimidate. Fines for feeding dingoes apply.
Commercial filming operators are advised to follow the following protocols:
never feed dingoes and wild dogs
never leave children unsupervised
never offer food to dingoes to photograph or film them
lock up food stores and eskies and keep them in a vehicle
pack away food scraps and rubbish and secure in a vehicle.
If you feel threatened by a dingo:
stand up at your full height
face the dingo
fold your arms and keep eye contact
calmly back away
if in pairs, stand back to back
confidently call for help
do not wave your arms.
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5.11 Extreme temperatures
Safety information
Hyperthermia
All of Western Australia experiences hot weather at some time during the year, although especially during
the summer months of December to February. High temperatures and humidity occur all year round in the
north-west of the state and can pose a risk to visitor health. Commercial filming operators should be aware
of the potential dangers of hyperthermia when working on DPaW-managed land.
Hypothermia
The Western Australian climate is usually warm to hot, although the south of the state can experience very
cool temperatures and ocean temperatures can fall to about 17°C. Inland areas in the north-west of the
state, temperatures can fall to freezing during the night. Exposure to cold temperatures, especially when it
is also wet and windy, and prolonged immersion in cold water can lead to hypothermia.
5.12 Emergencies
Safety information
Cyclones and flooding
November to April is the wet season in the northern half of Western Australia (including the Kimberley,
Pilbara and Midwest regions) bringing with it the risk of tropical cyclones. Severe cyclones can cause
widespread damage, injury and loss of life.
If a cyclone is approaching and a BLUE ALERT is issued DPaW will assess what parks, campsites and
public moorings are to be closed and will issue a media release to media outlets, place a notice on the
DPaW website (www.dpaw.wa.gov.au) and organise to evacuate these areas.
During a cyclone emergency or severe flooding you can find community alert information:
on ABC Radio and other local media. A list of ABC frequencies around the state can be found on
the ABC‟s website www.abc.net.au
via emergency alerts at www.fesa.wa.gov.au or by calling FESA‟s public recorded information line
on 1300 657 209
Advice on cyclones can be found on the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) website
www.bom.gov.au/cyclone or by contacting BOM‟s cyclone warning advice line on 1300 659 210
police, fire and ambulance on 000
State Emergency Services (SES) 132 500
Main Roads on www.mrd.gov.au or by calling 138138.
Bushfires
Commercial filming operators should listen regularly to hourly ABC News Radio Broadcasts for updates on
fires. To find the frequency in your area go to www.abc.net.au. The latest information relating to bushfires
on DPaW-managed lands can be accessed by visiting the „Community bushfire information‟ section on
DPaW‟s webpage www.dpaw.wa.gov.au (see right side of webpage). To access the latest information
about bushfires and other emergencies on non DPaW-managed lands, operators can visit FESA‟s
webpage www.fesa.wa.gov.au.
Prescribed burning operations
Commercial filming operators can view notifications on DPaW‟s website www.dpaw.wa.gov.au and go to
the heading „Today‟s prescribed burns‟ as a guide only to see what burns are to be conducted each day.
Please note that burns may still be active, even if not shown here.
Prescribed burns are subject to weather conditions and up-to date information relating to current prescribed
burns can be obtained by contacting the relevant DPaW office listed in this handbook.
Contact relevant district
Commercial filming operators must contact the district office 48 hours before entering a reserve. This
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enables the DPaW to provide them with important information about cyclones, hazardous weather,
bushfires, prescribed burning activities, reserves closures and any other safety issues.
(a) The operator shall contact the relevant DPaW district office 48 hours before entering a
reserve to start a commercial filming operation.
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6. Kimberley Region
6.1 General conditions for the Kimberley Region
Kimberley Region information
Saltwater Crocodiles
Commercial filming operators working in the Kimberley Region must be mindful of saltwater crocodiles that
inhabit the coastal zone (mangrove creeks, coastal rivers and inlets). Please contact the Kimberley Region
office or the relevant district offices for more information about where saltwater crocodiles are known to
inhabit or may inhabit.
(a) The operator shall remain on designated roads and walk trails at all times.
(b) The operator shall not enter restricted fly zones at all times.
(c) The operator shall notify the Senior Ranger each time the operator enters a DPaW-managed
reserve.
6.2 Bunuba Country
Information
All commercial filming operations undertaken in DPaW-managed parks in Bunuba Country require the
written approval of the Bunuba Park Council. These parks contain areas that are culturally sensitive to local
Aboriginal people and Aboriginal sites listed protected under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972.
Bunuba Country includes: Windjana Gorge National Park, Tunnel Creek National Park, Devonian Reef
Conservation Park, Brooking Gorge Conservation Park, Geikie Gorge National Park, Geikie Gorge
Conservation Park, King Leopold Range Conservation Park.
Approval must be obtained from the Bunuba Park Council chairperson, Clive Aiken on 0428 408 934.
6.3 Yawuru joint managed reserves
Information
The Yawuru joint managed reserves may contain areas that are culturally sensitive to local Aboriginal
people. These reserves include Crab Creek Reserve and Willie Creek Reserve. All commercial filming
operations undertaken on Yawuru joint managed reserves require written approval from the joint manager
(Yawuru RNTBC). Approval must be obtained through Nyamba Buru Yawuru on (08) 9192 5155.
6.4 Rowley Shoals Marine Park
Information
The commercial filming operator requires approval by a Delegate to feed fish or use fish attracting devices
for the purpose of commercial filming.
(a) The operator shall not access the islands of Rowley Shoals Marine Park outside of daylight
hours or camp on the islands.
(b) The operator shall not walk on coral reefs or undertake any activity that will damage the coral
reefs.
(c) The operator shall maintain a 10 metre distance from all birds nesting and colonies of birds.
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Contact information
Kununarra District Office
Lot 248 Ivanhoe Road
(PO Box 942)
KUNUNURRA WA 6743
Phone: (08) 9168 4200
Fax: (08) 9168 2179
Broome Work Centre
111 Herbert Street
(PO Box 65)
BROOME WA 6725
Phone: (08) 9195 5500
Fax: (08) 9193 5027
7. Pilbara Region
7.1 General conditions for the Pilbara Region
Pilbara Region information
Saltwater Crocodiles
Commercial filming operators working in the Pilbara Region must be mindful of crocodiles that inhabit the
coastal zone (mangrove creeks, coastal rivers and inlets) from the Kimberley Region south to Exmouth and
Onslow. Please contact the Pilbara Region office or the relevant district offices for more information about
where saltwater crocodile are known to inhabit or may inhabit.
Any sightings south of the De Grey River should be reported to the DPaW Pilbara regional office in
Karratha on (08) 9143 1488.
7.2 Karijini National Park
Information
Banjima and Innawonga People
All commercial filming operations undertaken in Karijini National Park require the written approval of the
Banjima and Innawonga People. They have the right to apply special conditions or refuse permission to film
in sensitive areas. In some cases supervision by a member of the Banjima and Innawonga People may be
required for commercial filming operations. The Banjima and Innawonga People can be contacted via the
Gumala Aboriginal Corporation at [email protected] or 1800 486 252.
All Indigenous knowledge, artefacts and cultural materials displayed, and stories told in the Karijini Visitor Centre,
are the intellectual property of the traditional owners. These are subject to international copyright laws and as such
may not be reproduced or copied without the written consent of the Karijini Park Council.
Environmental hazards
The commercial filming operator must not enter gorges during wet weather, due to the risk of flash
flooding. In the event of significant rainfall all people should immediately leave the gorges.
The Yampire Gorge is closed to all unauthorised public access because of the human health risk of blue
asbestos.
Contact information
Please contact the Senior Ranger of Karijini National Park on (08) 9189 8147 to gain more information about flight
restrictions and walk trail classifications in Karijini National Park.
(a) The operator shall not reproduce, copy or use the “Marnie” symbol and any other symbols
displayed in Karijini National Park without written approval of the Banjima and Innawonga
people.
(b) The operator shall not enter restricted fly zones at all times.
(c) The operator shall not undertake a commercial filming operation on class 5 walk trails,
without notifying the Senior Ranger of Karijini National Park.
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(d) The operator shall not undertake a commercial filming operation on class 6 walk trails,
without a DPaW Commercial Operator licensed under the Commercial Operator Handbook.
(e) The operator shall not undertake a commercial filming operation without one person who has
a Senior First Aid Certificate.
(f) The operator must carry a First Aid kit at all times.
(g) The operator shall not take footage or images promoting unsafe behaviour, such as those
depicting people climbing, descending waterfalls and cascades, or jumping and diving into
water holes.
(h) The operator must only undertake abseiling and rock climbing activities accompanied by a
DPaW Commercial Operator licensed under the Commercial Operator Handbook and at
sites approved by the Director General.
7.3 Millstream Chichester National Park
Information
All commercial filming operations undertaken in Millstream Chichester National Park require the written
approval from the following three Aboriginal corporations.
1. Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation (YAC) http://yindjibarndi.org.au/yindjibarndi/
2. Wirlu Murra Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation (WMYAC) http://wmyac.com/
3. Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation (NAC) http://www.ngarluma.com.au/nac/index.asp
7.4 Karlamilyi National Park
Information
All commercial filming operations undertaken in Karlamilyi National Park require the written approval of the
Martu People (Western Desert Lands Aboriginal Corporation) http://www.wdlac.com.au/
7.5 Ningaloo Marine Park and Muiron Islands Marine Management Area
Information
The commercial filming operator must comply with all clauses of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950 (Close
Season for Marine Mammals) Notice 1998 and (Close Season for Whale Sharks) Notice 1996. A special
wildlife interaction licence is required to film dolphins, dugongs, whale sharks and any other marine animals
either from a vessel or in the water.
The operator must also comply with the „Ningaloo Marine Park Turtle Watchers‟ Code of Conduct. Please
contact the Exmouth district office for more information.
Contact information
Karratha Regional Headquarters
Mardie Rd
(PO Box 835)
KARRATHA WA 6714
Phone: (08) 9182 2000
Fax: (08) 9144 1118
Exmouth District Office
20 Nimitz Street
(PO Box 201)
EXMOUTH WA 6707
Phone: (08) 9947 8000
Fax: (08) 9947 8050
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8. Midwest Region
8.1 General conditions for the Midwest Region
Midwest Region information
DPaW supervision for filming in marine areas
DPaW supervision must be organised seven days prior to the proposed commercial filming operation.
The requirement for supervision is stipulated in the conditions for a commercial filming operation in the
following reserves: Monkey Mia Reserve, Shark Bay Marine Park, Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve
and Jurien Bay Marine Park and Turquoise Coast Island Nature Reserves. Please contact the relevant
district office for more information about organising DPaW supervision.
8.2 Kalbarri National Park
(a) The operator shall not take footage or images promoting unsafe behaviour, such as those
depicting people on or near Natures Window or Hawk‟s Head lookout, or any cliff edges and
sandstone overhangs in Kalbarri National Park.
(b) The operator shall not access areas beyond the visitor sites and facilities without approval of
DPaW staff at Kalbarri National Park office.
8.3 Nambung National Park
(a) The operator shall not take footage or images depicting people climbing on the Pinnacles.
(b) The operator shall keep to designated walk trails and vehicles must remain on designated
roads.
8.4 Monkey Mia Reserve
(a) The operator shall only access the reserve under the supervision of DPaW staff.
(b) The operator shall not access the Monkey Mia jetty without written authorisation from the
Shire of Shark Bay.
8.5 Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve
Information
The commercial filming operator requires approval by a Delegate to access the shoreline or undertake inwater filming in Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve.
(a) The operator shall only undertake stromatolite filming at the Flagpole Landing boardwalk
accessible from the Hamelin Pool Telegraph station.
(b) The operator shall not undertake in-water filming in Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve
without DPaW staff supervision.
8.6 Shark Bay Marine Park
Information
The commercial filming operator must comply with all clauses of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950
(Close Season for Marine Mammals) Notice 1998. A special wildlife interaction licence is required to
undertake filming of dolphins, dugongs or other marine wildlife either from a vessel or in the water.
The commercial filming operator requires approval by a Delegate to access the Shark Bay Island Nature
reserves.
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(a) The operator shall not undertake filming of marine wildlife either from a vessel or in the water
without DPaW staff supervision.
(b) The operator shall only undertake filming of dolphins, dugongs or other marine wildlife either
from a vessel or in the water from a DPaW vessel.
8.7 Jurien Bay Marine Park and Turquoise Coast Island Nature Reserves
Information
The commercial filming operator must comply with all clauses of the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950
(Close Season for Marine Mammals) Notice 1998. A special wildlife interaction licence is required to
undertake filming of sea lions or other marine wildlife either from a vessel or in the water.
The commercial filming operator requires approval by a Delegate to access the Turquoise Coast Island
Nature Reserves.
The commercial filming operator requires approval by a Delegate to conduct motorised or non-motorised
vessel operations (including kayaking and landing by vessels or small craft) on or within 50 metres of the
following islands, which are sea lion haul out and breeding islands: Edwards; Target; Whittell; Buller;
Middle Cervantes; South Ronsard Rocks; North Ronsard rocks; South Outer Rocks; North Outer Rocks;
Middle Essex Rocks; North Essex Rocks; Tern; Osprey; Sandland; South Fisherman; North Fisherman;
Milligan; Orton; Lipfert; Webb; Drummond; Snag; South-West Beagle; East Beagle; and North-East
Beagle islands.
(a) The operator shall not undertake filming of marine wildlife either from a vessel or in the water
without DPaW staff supervision.
Contact information
Geraldton District Office
193 Marine Terrace
(PO Box 72)
GERALDTON WA 6531
Phone: (08) 9921 5955
Fax: (08) 9921 5713
Moora District Office
Lot 96 Bashfors St
(PO Box 208)
JURIEN BAY WA 6516
Phone: (08) 9652 1911
Fax: (08) 9652 1922
Shark Bay District Office
89 Knight Terrace
(C/O Post Office)
DENHAM WA 6537
Phone: (08) 9948 1208
Fax: (08) 9937 1437
Kalbarri National Park
Ajana-Kalbarri Road
(PO Box 37)
KALBARRI WA 6536
Phone: (08) 9937 1140
Fax: (08) 9937 1437
9. Goldfields Region
Contact information
Goldfields Regional Office
32 Brookman Street
(PO Box 10173)
KALGOORLIE WA 6430
Phone: (08) 9080 5555
Fax: (08) 9021 7831
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10. Wheatbelt Region
10.1 General conditions for the Wheatbelt Region
Wheatbelt Region information
Black-flanked rock wallaby
The black-flanked rock wallaby is listed as a threatened species under the Wildlife Conservation Act
1950. This wallaby is found at seven sites in the Wheatbelt Region, most of these are small reserves with
relatively small populations. These should not be disturbed or targeted.
Wild dog control measures
Many reserves in the Wheatbelt Region, in particular all reserves adjacent to the State Barrier Fence
have wild dog control measures. These measures include: shooting, trapping and baiting. All commercial
filming operations must check with the relevant district to check the status of wild dog control before any
commercial filming operation starts.
10.2 Mount Caroline Nature Reserve
Information
Mount Caroline Nature Reserve is landlocked by private land. The commercial filming operator must
contact the owner of the surrounding land before entering the nature reserve. Please contact Yilgarn
District Office for the contact details of the private land holder.
(a) The operator shall not enter Mt Caroline Reserve without approval from the owner of the
surrounding land.
Contact information
Wheatbelt Regional Office
7 Wald Street (PO Box 100)
NARROGIN WA 6312
Phone: (08) 9881 9222
Fax: (08) 9881 3291
Great Southern District Office
Hough Street (PO Box 100)
NARROGIN WA 6312
Phone: (08) 9881 9200
Fax: (08) 9881 9200
Central Wheatbelt District Office
(Department of Agriculture and Food)
Corner Great Eastern HWY and Crooks Road
(PO Box 332)
MERREDIN WA 6415
Phone: (08) 9041 6000
Fax: (08) 9041 6011
Katanning Work Centre
56 Clive Street (PO Box 811)
KATANNING WA 6317
Phone: (08) 9881 9212
Fax: (08) 9881 4831
Northam Work Centre
(Department of Agriculture and Food)
75 York Road
NORTHAM WA 6401
Phone: (08) 9621 3400
Fax: (08) 9621 3410
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11. Swan Region
11.1 Walyunga National Park
Information
All commercial filming operations undertaken in south of the Walyunga recreation site and car park in
Walyunga National Park require the written approval of the relevant Aboriginal group. Please contact the
Perth Hills district office for more details.
11.2 Serpentine National Park
(a) The operator shall not undertake a commercial filming operation that promotes swimming or
diving in the Serpentine Falls pool area.
11.3 Midgegoroo National Park
Information
All commercial filming operations undertaken at Bolder Rock in Midgegoroo National Park require the
written approval of the relevant Aboriginal group. Please contact the Perth Hills district office for more
details.
11.4 Gooseberry Hill National Park
(a) The operator shall not access Stathams Quarry without making a booking through the Perth
Hills Discovery Centre.
(b) The operator shall not climb or abseil on Stathams Quarry without the involvement of
qualified rock climbers and the use of appropriate safety equipment.
11.5 Greenmount National Park
(a) The operator shall not access Boya Quarry without making a booking through the Perth Hills
Discovery Centre.
(b) The operator shall not climb or abseil on Boya Quarry without the involvement of qualified
rock climbers and the use of appropriate safety equipment.
11.6 Penguin Island Conservation Park
Information
The commercial filming operator requires approval by a Delegate to access restricted areas (these
include everywhere except the boardwalks and beaches).
11.7 Bibbulmun Track
(a) The operator shall access the Bibbulmun Track by foot only, except where the Track crosses
public access roads, the locations of which are mostly marked with red car symbols on maps
and guidebooks.
(b) The operator shall ensure that vehicles are not driven on or near the Bibbulmun Track. All
commercial filming and photography equipment must be carried on foot from public access
roads.
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For more information
Swan Region Office
20 Dick Perry Avenue
KENSINGTON WA 6151
(PO Box 1167
Bentley Delivery Centre WA 6983)
Phone: (08) 9368 4399
Fax: (08) 9368 4299
Perth Hills District Office
51 Mundaring Weir Rd
MUNDARING WA 6073
Phone: (08) 9295 9100
Fax: (08) 9295 9101
Swan Coastal District Office
5 Dunebar Rd
WANNEROO WA 6065
Phone: (08) 9303 7700
Fax: (08) 9303 7777
12. South West Region
12.1 Bibbulmun Track
(a) The operator shall access the Bibbulmun Track by foot only, except where the Track crosses
public access roads, the locations of which are mostly marked with red car symbols on maps
and guidebooks.
(b) The operator shall ensure that vehicles are not driven on or near the Bibbulmun Track. All
commercial filming and photography equipment must be carried on foot from public access
roads.
For more information
South West Region Office
South West Highway
(PO Box 1693)
BUNBURY WA 6230
Phone: (08) 9725 4300
Fax: (08) 9725 4351
Blackwood District Office
14 Queen Street
BUSSELTON WA 6280
Phone: (08) 9752 5555
Fax: (08) 97521432
Wellington District Office
147 Wittenoom Street
(PO Box 809)
COLLIE WA 6225
Phone: (08) 9734 1988
Fax: (08) 9734 4539
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13. Warren Region
13.1 General conditions for the Warren Region
(a) The operator shall respect all visitors using the area when filming.
(b) The operator shall not take footage or images of people feeding wildlife.
13.2 Bibbulmun Track
(a) The operator shall access the Bibbulmun Track by foot only, except where the Track crosses
public access roads, the locations of which are mostly marked with red car symbols on maps
and guidebooks.
(b) The operator shall ensure that vehicles are not driven on or near the Bibbulmun Track. All
commercial filming and photography equipment must be carried on foot from public access
roads.
For more information
Donelly Regional Office
Brain St
MANJIMUP WA 6258
Phone: (08) 9771 7988
Fax: (08) 9777 1363
Donnelly District Office
Kennedy Street
(PO Box 20)
PEMBERTON WA 6260
Phone: (08) 9776 1207
Fax: (08) 9776 1410
Frankland District Office
South Coast Highway
WALPOLE WA 6398
Phone: (08) 9840 0400
Fax: (08) 9840 1251
14. South Coast Region
14.2 Cape Arid National Park
Information
The commercial filming operator requires approval by a Delegate to access the wilderness zone.
14.3 Nuytsland Nature Reserve
(a) The operator shall not access any closed caves without DPaW staff supervision.
14.4 Recherche Archipelago Nature Reserve
(a) The operator acknowledges that access restrictions may apply after bushfire events to
protect native flora and fauna and help regenerate areas.
14.5 Bibbulmun Track
(a) The operator shall access the Bibbulmun Track by foot only, except where the Track crosses
public access roads, the locations of which are mostly marked with red car symbols on maps
and guidebooks.
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(b) The operator shall ensure that vehicles are not driven on or near the Bibbulmun Track. All
commercial filming and photography equipment must be carried on foot from public access
roads.
For more information
Esperance District Office
92 Dempster St
(PO Box 234)
ESPERANCE WA 6450
Phone: (08) 9083 2100
Fax: (08) 9071 3657
Albany Work Centre
120 Albany Hwy
ALBANY WA 6330
Phone: (08) 9842 4500
Fax: (08) 9841 3329
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