Bidyadanga Internal Roads Improvements

• Repair and reseal existing sealed roads
• Construct and seal new roads inside the existing community and towards the existing tip site
• Upgrade the access track to the beach
• Upgrade the access track between the tip site and Frazier Road/Great Northern Highway
• Improve crossovers and footpaths
• Construct new car parks

These improvements will provide better access to homes and businesses during the wet season, and reduce dust during summer.

This project forms part of a larger initiative by the Department of Premier and Cabinet to transform the community into a township. Following the sealing of Bidyadanga Road and the airstrip, Main Roads is managing the roadworks component of the initiative.

The project team continue to work closely with local Aboriginal businesses, Karajarri Traditional Lands Association and the Bidyadanga Community to supply plant, equipment and labour to assist with project delivery. Phase 1 work saw new local members of community embedded within the team to deliver the works, with increased participation planned during 2025.

A number of key stakeholders are being consulted as part of the project including the Shire of Broome, Karajarri Traditional Lands Association, Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community La Grange Incorporated, pastoralists, Water Corporation, Horizon Power, Department of Education, Department of Communities, Department of Planning, Land and Heritage, and Department of Premier and Cabinet.

To minimise risk to Aboriginal heritage, a Heritage Protection Agreement is in place. Heritage surveys of roads have been completed and Heritage Management Plans will be developed if required prior to work starting.

New roads will be aligned with old roads where possible, to minimise ground disturbance and clearing of vegetation, reducing potential Aboriginal heritage and environmental impacts.

 Project updates

• Project Update - August 2022 - (PDF - 993KB)