Filming & Photography
If you are planning on filming or photographing on Shire owned or managed land for commercial purposes, you will need to submit an application form for approval.
What locations are available for filming and photography?
There are many beautiful locations throughout the Mornington Peninsula that may be suitable for commercial filming and photography. Some of these locations are not governed by the Shire though, instead by different entities, including Parks Victoria and Committees of Management. For a catalogue of imagery across the stunning and diverse Mornington Peninsula, visit the VicScreen website.
To find out if your filming location is on Shire owned or managed land please check out our interactive map. Use the search tool at the top right in the map to find a particular location. Alternatively, zoom in/out using your mouse wheel or the zoom button and left click on the area to see who manages the location.
- For activities on a back beach please contact Parks Victoria for your permissions on events@parks.vic.gov.au. Shire approval does not apply.
- For activities planned on Western Port Bay, approval must be sought from the relevant Committee of Management.
- For all other locations please refer to the Committees of Management Map. This document will show you if the Mornington Peninsula Shire is responsible for your requested filming or photography location.
Supporting Documentation
The following documentation is required in support of your Filming/Photography Application;
- Site Plan
- Risk Management Plan
- Emergency Management Plan
- Public Liability Insurance - The Applicant is required to effect and maintain public liability insurance to the value of $20 million dollars in respect to any one activity or occurrence.
- Notification to be sent to businesses/residents (if applicable)
- Traffic Management Plan (if applicable)
Supporting information, including forms and templates, can be found at Planning an Event. Your documentation can be submitted with your online application or emailed at a later date to your Shire Liaison Officer, who will be in contact with you shortly after your application is received.
It is important that you familiarise yourself with the Terms and Conditions on the Filming/Photography Permit. Conditions must be adhered to when conducting filming or photography activities on Shire owned or managed land.
Filming/Photography Permit - Terms and Conditions(PDF, 357KB)
Filming/Photography Application Form
An application fee is payable upon submission of this online form. Fees are calculated using the rates below per day. Please have your credit card ready before proceeding.
Low Season: (1 May - 30 September) $275 per day
High Season: (1 October - 30 April) $410 per day
A complete Filming/Photography Application, including all relevant documentation, must be submitted to the Shire no later than 30 days prior before the filming/photography activity is due to commence.
Submit an Application
Enquiries
Event Permits Team
Phone: 1300 850 600
Email: event.permits@mornpen.vic.gov.au