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So…you’re
planning
a shoot in the outback?
Like many places, the outback of Central Australia is a little more
complicated than it might first seem.
CLIMATE
We don’t have an official “wet” season, but if it rains
at all it is more than likely to happen in the months November to
February, coinciding somewhat with the monsoons and cyclones hitting
the NW coast of Western Australia. In those months it can be, and
often is, extremely hot, with daily temperatures exceeding 38 degrees
C (100F).
Nevertheless, cloudy days are rare at any time of the year.
So, in short, if you’re planning a shoot, try to plan it for
February to November inclusive or even better, our Winter time. In
June, July and August the days are often glorious, with almost guaranteed
cloudless skies and temperatures averaging around 20 degrees C.
VISAS and PERMITS
There are various localities that require shooting permits in Central
Australia, this includes Ayers Rock/Uluru and all Northern territory
parks. In addition vast areas of the Northern Territory are Aboriginal
land. You will require both a permit to enter the lands and a separate
permit to take commercial images.
Some places now even check to see if you have a current working visa
for Australia, so a local crew is often the safer, and cheaper, bet.
Yes, people HAVE been deported before.
Please note that permits to shoot at Uluru/Kata Tjuta National Park
(Ayers Rock/The Olgas) are very difficult to obtain these days. They
also need at least one month in advance to process your request.
We can advise you on all of the above, or apply on your behalf.
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