Film Friendly Geraldton

With its expansive landscapes, coastal charm, and distinctive character, Geraldton is becoming an increasingly attractive location for commercial film and television productions. Alongside its natural beauty, the City’s growing tourism profile is helping to showcase the region on screens across Australia and beyond.

The City of Greater Geraldton is proud to support this momentum and is committed to making the filming process as smooth and accessible as possible. The City is excited to see more productions choosing the Midwest as their backdrop and are here to help bring those stories to life.

As part of this commitment, the City has positioned itself as a film-friendly destination, offering practical support to the screen industry. Best of all, commercial filming in Geraldton is free—no permit fees apply.

Commercial filming includes, but is not limited to:

  • Television and feature films
  • Advertising campaigns
  • Documentaries and educational content
  • Tourism and promotional material

Please note: Still photography does not require approval from the City of Greater Geraldton.

To obtain permission to film in the Greater Geraldton region, please complete a filming application form and email it to council@cgg.wa.gov.au

To film in the following locations, please contact the organisation directly:

If you’d like more information about Geraldton and the area for filming, please contact the City’s Communications team via email on communications@cgg.wa.gov.au

Commercial filming application

In order to commercially film in the City of Greater Geraldton, a Commercial Filming Application must be completed and approved before proceeding.

Filming locations include public spaces, City owned facilities and outdoor areas. If you wish to film on private property, you must obtain separate approvals from the property owner.

The City can provide helpful advice in regards to filming areas and any recommendations for locations.

To discuss you proposed location and to identify any potential issues that may need to be addressed, please contact the City of Greater Geraldton.

There is no fee associated with commercial filming in Geraldton.

Please Note: The Commercial Filming Application does not constitute a filming permit. Once approved, a permit will be issued to the applicant. It is advised you keep a copy of the permit with you at all times during filming.

Click here to submit a Commercial Filming Application.

Unmanned aerial vehicles (drones)

Geraldton from the air is spectacular and as a result, drones are becoming a popular way of capturing the landscape.

The City of Greater Geraldton has no role in the regulation or control of use of drones, and no role in providing permission for use of Drones. Responsibility for compliance with Federal regulations and public safety requirements lies exclusively with operators.

The peak body for drone operation in Australia is the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). Appropriate licences and permits for flying drones must be obtained through CASA.

If you are looking for more information on flying drone commercially, head to https://www.casa.gov.au/standard-page/flying-drones-commercially

Geraldton's screen debut: Invisible Boys

In 2024, Geraldton proudly hosted its first major screen production—Invisible Boys, a Stan Original Series adapted from the award-winning novel by Geraldton-born author Holden Sheppard.

Filmed on location in Geraldton and Perth, the series highlights the city’s unique landscapes and community spirit while telling a powerful story rooted in local experience.

This landmark production marks a turning point for Geraldton’s creative industry, showcasing its potential as a compelling destination for filmmakers.