The Woollahra Local Government Area contains a diversity of natural and urban settings which makes it an ideal location for filming and photography.  We support wherever possible the use of our public places for professional film making, television and commercial stills photography.

Many of Woollahra’s town centres are associated with the finest in fashion, jewellery, cuisine and outdoor dining.  Our natural landscapes and town centres attract local, national and international tourists.

Council approval is required for all commercial filming and commercial still photography. 

Applications for Filming and Photography

A filming application form or commercial still photography application form must be completed and submitted to the Recreational Bookings Coordinator, email records@woollahra.nsw.gov.au.

Information required when applying to film or photograph

• a description of the proposal
• a drawing of the proposed location of shooting and parking for essential vehicles
• a copy of your public liability insurance.

Bonds may be applied to the filming or commercial photography depending on the potential impact on the public area, and may be refunded after the event if no damage has occurred.

Pedestrian and Vehicular Traffic

Parking availability in Woollahra can sometimes be limited, therefore posted parking regulations and the Australian Road Rules apply.

Where filming is proposed in a residential area we may be able to provide suggestions for alternative parking for support trucks and catering which will minimise impact on residents.

Where filming or photography requires the use of a public road and alterations to traffic flow, and / or parking, a Traffic Management Plan will be required to be submitted in support of an application.

Where public pedestrian movements are proposed to be altered, a pedestrian management plan will be required to be submitted in support of an application.

Internal Shoots

Internal film shoots should be arranged with the property owner.  Note that an individual residential property cannot be used for more than 30 days in a year for filming without development consent from Council.  There is no Council fee for use of private property but an application is still required so that the Council is aware of all activities, and to ensure that appropriate arrangements are made for traffic and parking.

Suggested locations include;