Where the desert meets the sea, the exotic pearling port of Broome is a town of striking contrasts.
Nature has blessed Broome with 22 kilometres of beautiful white sand and turquoise water at Cable Beach, striking rust-red cliffs, Broome pearl farms and 120 million year old dinosaur footprints.
Rich in history and colour, Broome is a melting pot of cultures, creating an exotic mix of historic sites and fusion flavours.
Highlights of Broome
- See the world’s biggest pearl and pick up a souvenir from the pearl showrooms of Chinatown.
- Experience the fantastic colours of Roebuck Bay while sampling the locally brewed beers at Matso’s.
- Take in a sunset on one of the most stunning beaches in the world.
For more information please visit visitbroome.com.au or australiasnorthwest.com.au
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Highlights of Broome
- Discover 120 million year old Dinosaur Footprints
- Jump aboard an Eco cruise to see the largest known population of Snubfin Dolphins
- See the incredible colours and waterfalls of the Kimberley aboard a scenic flight over Broome & the Kimberley coastline
- Enjoy a film in the oldest operating picture garden in the world
- View Australia’s largest saltwater, fine quality Pearl
- Take a sunset camel ride along the famous Cable Beach
For more information please visit visitbroome.com.au or australiasnorthwest.com.au
Customs
Working hours |
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| Customs Officers | 24 hours |
| Quarantine Officials | 24 hours |
| Immigration Officials | As for Customs |
Customs and immigration |
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| Passenger Manifest | Three copies at the first port of call with one copy to Immigration with the passengers card one copy to Customs and the third copy to remain on board the ship. |
| Embarking Passenger Manifest | 3 copies - 1 to Customs 1 to Port 1 stays |
| Crew Manifest | 2 - 1 at first port to Immigration 2nd stays. |
| Stores List | 2 (Aust. Customs Service and Sydney Ports Corporation |
| Customs Declaration (Ship) | 1 (Australian Customs Service) |
| Customs Declaration (Crew) | 2 (Australian Customs Service) |
| Forms Comments | All forms listed above are produced at the first Australian port of call and then one copy of each form travels on board the ship to be produced at subsequent ports. |
| Customs Declaration (Passengers) | One at first Australian port of call only. |
Port health |
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| Health Declaration | One (pratique) at first Australian port of call only |
Ground Operations
The following Ground Handlers are CDU members and supply superior ground handling services throughout Australia.
Ground Operations Links
Port Approach
Approach |
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| Arrival Departure Restrictions | No |
| Tidal Variation | 9 metres |
| Prevailing Currents | 3 knots - 5 knots in spring |
| Prevailing Winds | |
| Length of Channel | N/A |
| Depth of Channel | 13 metres at zero datum on new approach channel opening January 1999. |
| Comments | Size of vessel governed by length of berth (183 metres and depth of 10 metres at zero datum. Largest vessel to visit: Superstar GRT 76,800 LOA 268 metres. |
Depth and breadth of turning basin |
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| Location of Turning Basin | 18.5ﾰS 122.13.2ﾰE |
| Diameter | 0.5 mile wide and 0.5 mile length |
| Depth | Least depth 6.1 metres |
| Other points | Approach to turning basin 5 metre patch channel rock (below datum) |
Pilotage |
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| Pilotage Name | Port of Broome |
| Pilotage Address | PO Box 46, Broome WA 6725 |
| Pilotage Phone No | 61 9192 1304 |
| Pilotage Fax No | 61 9192 1778 |
| Is Pilotage Compulsory | Yes on all vessels with a GRT>500t |
| Position of Pilot Pickup | 4 nautical miles west of Gantheaume Point |
| Distance from Berth | 8 nautical miles |
| Pilot VHF Channel | 16 |
| Description of Pilot Boat | 17 metre vessel |
| Pilot Hours | 24 hour |
| Pilotage Fees | Charges cover both inward and outward pilotage. |
| (1,500 - 3,000) $1670 | |
| (3,001 - 5,000) $2234 | |
| (5,001 - 10,000) $3239 | |
| (10,001 - 20,000) $400 | |
| (20,001 - 30,000) $468 | |
| (Over 30,000) $5136 | |
Port Services
Shipping agents |
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| The following CDU members offer superior service throughout the region. | |
Port Operations/Service |
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| Barwil Agencies Oceania | |
| Address | 9/189 Kent Street Sydney NSW 2000 |
| Telephone | +61 2 9439 7223 |
| 24 hour contact | +61 416 189 760 |
| Fax | +61 2 9439 8587 |
| Website | www.barwil.com |
| sydney@barwil.com.au | |
| Services | Contact: Greg Coopman. |
| Oceania Maritime Services (OMS) | |
| Address | Level 12, 15-19 Bent Street SYDNEY NSW 2000 |
| Telephone | 61 2 82273000 |
| 24 hour contact | +61 411 123 013 |
| Fax | +61 2 92230029 |
| Website | N/A |
| cruises@oceaniamaritime.com.au | |
| Services | Rebecca Reid |
| Information on other Shipping Agents can be obtained from the Port Authority (see Port Operator). | |
Towage |
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| Are tugs available | Yes |
| Are tugs compulsory | Yes |
| Tug operator`s name | Broome Marine and Tug |
| Tug operator`s fax | N/A |
| Ship or tug lines | N/A |
| Tug working hours | Available 24 hours |
Linesman |
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| Working hours | Available 24 hours |
Port officials |
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| Working hours | 0730 to 1630 |
| Overtime | Yes - before or after normal working hours |
Stevedoring |
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| Stevedoring Name | for details of suitable stevedores, please contact the Shipping agent |
| Stevedoring Address | n/a |
| Stevedoring Telephone | n/a |
| Stevedoring Fax | n/a |
| Working Hours | n/a |
Provedoring |
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| For details of several quality, competitively priced provedores please contact the Shipping Agent. | |
Telephones |
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| Telephones | Yes |
| How many | n/a |
| Notice required | Yes |
Bunkering |
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| Fuel Grades | Diesel |
| Quay or barge | Quay |
| Suppliers | Shell/BP/Ampol |
Water |
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| Fresh Water | Yes |
| Exquay or barge | Yes |
| No of hoses | 2 |
| Capacity per hose/hour | 60 tonnes |
| Tonnes per hour guaranteed | 100 tonnes |
| Type of connect | BIC |
| Connect size in inches | 2.5 inches |
Dry garbage |
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| Dry garbage | Yes |
| Barge alongside | No |
| Containers available | Yes |
| Size of containers | 44 Gallon drums with lids |
| Number available | As required |
| Incineration or dump | Incinerator |
| Facilities to transport | Road tanker |
Wet garbage |
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| Wet garbage | Yes |
| Ship or shore pump | Shore |
| Sludge disposal | Yes |
| Sludge details | Arranged on request |
Charges |
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| Port Charges | Berthage dues $0.12 per gross registered tonne per day. Water $1.60 per kilolitre. |
Repair facilities |
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| Nearest dry dock | Singapore |
| Length | 300 metres |
| Maximum Tonnage | 80000 GRT |
| Divers Available | n/a |
| Engineering facilities | n/a |
Dredging |
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| Dredging undertaken | No |
| Dredging when | n/a |
Port Operator
Port operator |
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| Name | Port of Broome |
| Address | PO Box 46 Broome WA 6725 |
| Telephone | 61 8 9192 1304 |
| Facsimile | 61 8 9192 1778 |
| Web Site | www.broomeport.com |
| Email Address | ceo@broomeport.com |
Berth details |
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| Berth | Broome Deep Water Jetty |
| Maximum draft | "10 metres outer |
| Tidal variation | 9 metres inner" |
| Berth length | 183 metres |
| Guaranteed berthing for cruise ships | N/A |
| Are other ships able to dock | N/A |
| Cargo ships at dock | N/A |
| Security fences | N/A |
Nearest ports |
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| Australia | Darwin |
| Nearest Overseas Port | Bali |
Terminal
Terminal facilities |
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| Terminal Building | n/a |
| Meet and Greet Facilities | n/a |
| Toilet Facilities | n/a |
| Telephones | n/a |
| Availability of Maps and/or Brochures | n/a |
| Souvenir Shopping | n/a |
| Money Exchange | n/a |
| Is the US Dollar Accepted? | n/a |
Transport |
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| Closest Airport to Pier | Broome |
| Distance to Airport | 8 km |
| Transport to Airport | n/a |
| Can Passengers Walk to Town | n/a |
| Drive Time from Pier to Shuttle Stop | n/a |
| Distance from Pier to Town Centre | 8 km |
| Are Shuttle Buses Necessary | n/a |
| Suggested Shuttle Stop in Town | n/a |
| Availability of Taxis at Pier | n/a |
| Availability of Public Transport at Pier | n/a |
| Other Forms of Transport at Pier | n/a |
Tour buses |
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| Distance from Ship to Tour Buses | n/a |
| What is the Normal Coach Capacity | n/a |
| Are Tour Buses Air Conditioned | n/a |
| Are Refreshments Provided on Buses | n/a |
| Are Cold Towels Provided on Buses | n/a |
| Are Step Stools Provided on Buses | n/a |
Tourism operators