All Abilities Sports Day in Broome has access for all

Students and community members from across the region have enjoyed a day of sporting fun at Broome’s recreation and aquatic centre.

Following the success of it’s inaugural event in 2025, this year’s All Abilities Sports Day, held by the Shire of Broome, on March 20,celebrated inclusivity, participation and community connection through sports.

Students from St Mary’s College Primary and Secondary, Broome Senior High School, Broome Primary, Sacred Heart School Beagle Bay, Cable Beach Primary, Roebuck Primary, One Arm Point Remote Community School, and Broome North Primary all took part.

Sports on offer included basketball, football, netball, soccer and tennis, with State sporting associations leading activities focused on building confidence, developing skills and encouraging teamwork.

The event was designed to ensure everyone could participate, whether trying a sport for the first time, strengthening coordination and confidence, or simply enjoying the social and physical benefits of being active.

Community members living with a disability were also invited to attend, providing an opportunity to connect with local sporting clubs and service providers who support inclusive participation in sport across the region.

The 2026 All Abilities Sports Day was delivered in collaboration with Football Futures and Inclusion Solutions, with WA All Abilities Football, Basketball WA, Netball WA and Tennis West facilitating activities throughout the afternoon.

Local service providers including KAMS, Garnduwa Helping Minds and Kimberley Therapy Services were also on site supporting participants and helping keep everyone refreshed with fruit, water and icy poles.