​​​​​Broome Cape Leveque Road Upgrades

The project has seen unprecedented participation rates of Aboriginal employment, and engagement of local Aboriginal businesses from Broome, Dampier Peninsula and Derby.

There are still opportunities to get involved in the delivery of the planned works on the Peninsula through provision of plant, some services and employment opportunities, which may be available through local contractors.

We encourage local Aboriginal people and businesses to work with us and the local shires on the Kimberley Region road network.

To find out more please email enquiries@mainroads.wa.gov.au.

Sealing of Broome-Cape Leveque Road was completed in 2020 however, a significant section of the road was damaged, including rehabilitated areas and the drainage network, following record rainfall in February 2022.

Environmental restoration work continues to progress with rehabilitation of borrow pits and the old road alignment.

Traditional Owners and Ranger Groups continue to work closely with Main Roads to help minimise the environmental footprint, risk to cultural heritage and ensure the protection of threatened fauna such as the Greater Bilby. Preclearing surveys and collaboration with Scientists, Conservation Groups and other Government Departments ensure a mutually beneficial outcome for all.

Planning for environmental and heritage clearances for the northern section of Broome-Cape Leveque Road are underway, with proposed work including shoulder sealing to improve road safety and improve drainage on the network.

 Funding

Intersection upgrade at Broome Road and Beagle Bay is part of the $20 million Broome-Cape Leveque Road Upgrading and Community Access Roads project funded by the Commonwealth ($16 million) and State ($4 million) governments for road improvements on the Dampier Peninsula.