Commercial Filming

1. Overview

Looking to film commercially in the Gladstone Region? You may require approval to film in Council-controlled areas and roads.

Filming commercially could look like:

Feature films
Television commercials
Television series
Reality and travel shows
Web series
Corporate videos
Still photography for commercial use.

Filming commercially does not look like:

Audio and visual recording of a private celebration or event (a wedding, birthday)
Filming for a school/university project
Filming for personal use (capturing memories of your holiday around our region).

For major commercial filming activities on Council-controlled areas, Council should be informed so we can ensure the activities:

Are carried out safely
Don’t significantly impact residents, businesses and visitors
Don’t conflict with other events or activities happening in the region.

How to book a council-controlled area WITHOUT exclusive use

Council has various parks, foreshores and open spaces across the region which can be booked for private events, however this does not give you exclusive access to that area, so you will need to factor in noise and privacy controls.

For closure of a council-controlled road complete an Application to Carry Out Works on a Council Road or It’s Operation(PDF, 283KB).

How to book a council-controlled area WITH exclusive use

If you require exclusive access to a council-controlled areas such as a parks, beached or roads, contact Council to discuss a bespoke licencing agreement.

Approvals outside of Council

Drone use for filming and/or still photography may require approval from Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)
Fireworks, pyrotechnics and special effects are approved by the Resources Safety and Health Queensland with notifications to the Queensland Police and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services.
Road closures on a state-controlled road are approved by the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
For information on development and production funding, visit Screen Queensland.

2. About the Gladstone Region

The Gladstone Region lies on the east coast of Queensland, Australia, within a one-hour flight or a six-hour drive north of Brisbane. Our region provides a uniquely striking juxtaposition of industry and the pristine natural environment of the world heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.

3. Location scouting and support

Council:

Can provide information and support to filmmakers and screen productions for initial enquiries
Connect you with relevant local authorities, locations and local suppliers
Leverage opportunities in alignment with the Growing the Gladstone Region Report and Recommendations to Inform the Gladstone Region Economic Development Strategy 2021-2025, A Framework for Promoting Prosperity

Contact Council for more information regarding filming in the Gladstone Region.