Holding an Event

The Shire recognises the significant community benefit of public events and encourages individuals, organisations and community groups to host events that increase the liveability, sustainability and connectivity of our towns, in line with our Strategic Community Plan.

In Western Australia, public events are regulated primarily through the Health Act 1911 and the Health (Public Buildings) Regulations 1992. Under these regulations, it is an offence to hold a public event without first obtaining Local Government Approval. The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley is therefore responsible for ensuring that public events within its boundaries comply with all legislated requirements and that the event organiser has been issued with valid Event Approvals.

Which Event Application Form Do I Need? 

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley has two event application forms:

If you're not sure which form to use, contact the Community Development Officer on 08 9168 4100 or events@swek.wa.gov.au.
 

Does My Event Need Shire Approval?

You may need to submit an event application if any of the following apply:

  • You're using a venue for something other than its usual purpose.
  • The event is open to the public.
  • Traffic management or a road closure is required.
  • A car park needs to be closed or blocked.
  • Marquees, tents, stages or other temporary structures will be set up.
  • The event will be advertised to the public.
  • Portable toilets will be provided.
  • Entertainment is planned, such as live music, amusement rides or a bouncy castle.
  • Additional lighting is required.
  • Food will be available.
  • Alcohol will be available.

Can I Use the Small Community Event Application Form?

You can use the Small Community Event Application Form if your event:

  • Has fewer than 100 attendees.
  • Is free for the public to attend.
  • Does not include alcohol.
  • Does not have food, drinks or other items for sale (free giveaways are okay).
  • Is an information session, community meeting or similar low-risk activity.

You can also use this form if a Shire Officer has advised you to do so.

Click HERE for the Small Community Event Application Form

When Do I Need the Event Application Form?

You will need the Event Application Form if your event:

  • Includes alcohol.
  • Includes food, drinks or merchandise for sale.
  • Expects more than 100 attendees.
  • Requires significant infrastructure, traffic management or public safety measures.
  • Does not meet the Small Community Event criteria listed above.

Click HERE for the Event Application Form.

Submitting Your Application

Please include in your submission:

  • Event application form or small community event application form
  • Public liability insurance certificate that will cover the event
  • Site plan (small community event application may not require this)
  • Risk management plan (small community event application may not require this)

 If relevant, you must also include:

For clarification on what your specific event application requires please contact the Community Development Officer on 0891684100 or events@swek.wa.gov.au.

 

Please submit your application via email, post or in person.

  • (By email) events@swek.wa.gov.au
    Subject: Event Application
  • (In person) Kununurra Shire Office, 20 Coolibah Drive Kununurra or Wyndham Shire Office, 6 Koolama Street Wyndham
  • (By mail) Community Development, PO Box 614 Kununurra WA 6743

Creating Inclusive Events

The Shire is committed to ensuring disability access needs are considered in all Shire event planning. To assist event planners with this, we have prepared a disability access and inclusion checklist and information pack which can be downloaded here. 

Calendar of Events

If you would like your event to be displayed on our website or promoted through our networks, please email the event information to events@swek.wa.gov.au or check yes on the question in the event application form.

Click HERE to view Events Calendar.

The Kununurra Visitor Centre is another great resource for marketing your event, you can reach them by emailing marketing@visitkununurra.com.