Film Rodney aims to make the process of gaining permits for filming in Rodney District as smooth as possible.

Location Permits

Permission to film is required from the landholder of all locations.

Location filming that involves the following activities needs approval from the Rodney District Council:

• Use of council owned land
• Use of open spaces, reserves and parks
• Use of council facilities and buildings
• Use of streets and roads

Other council approvals may also be necessary, such as:

• Resource consents under the Resource Management Act
• Consent for temporary structures under the Building Act

Rodney District Council has implemented 'film friendly' policies, and works within the guidelines set out in the New Zealand Local Government Filming Protocol.

Location permits are obtained quickly and easily through Rodney District’s 'film friendly' Events and Film Facilitation team.

The Events and Film Facilitation team and Rodney District Council recognise the importance of the film industry and have a fast turn around permit policy, without any red tape.

The team assists film crews in the co-ordination of successful filmshoots. We have extensive experience in facilitating filming within Rodney, and can provide contacts and liaison with a range of services.

Events and Film Facilitation work closely with the Traffic and Roading Services, Parking, and Parks divisions of Rodney District Council so that the use of locations is as easy as possible. We will provide:

• a coordinating role
• information, assistance and permits
• booking of locations and outdoor venues
• quick turnaround for approvals.

Fees and conditions

There are competitive fees for filming within Rodney District. Fees are based on the nature of your project and the impact on the local area. Fees will be discussed when a location is booked with Events and Film Facilitation.

Click here to download our Filming Application Form [pdf, 175kb]

For further information about obtaining permits to film on Rodney District locations please contact us.