Previously unseen photographs taken across Pilbara strike camps in the 1950s and 60s will be presented for the first time in Perth next month, remembering the 1946 Aboriginal pastoral workers’ strike.
Joshua Dowdall
Port Hedland International Airport is set to open its doors and invite locals to learn more about how their local airport operates with a free community event on Saturday, August 29.
The best rugby players across the Pilbara came together in Hedland for the anticipated Hedland Gala Day event on August 15, showcasing the strength and growing participation of the sport across the region.
The 2026 Outback Fortescue Festival returned once again with two days of live entertainment, family activities and community celebrations at Capricorn Oval in Newman.
Dampier’s favourite local cafe, Soak in Dampier, has taken out a prestigious statewide award, beating six finalists to claim the 2026 WA Cafe Dining Award winner.
Two Newman Recreation Centre members have embarked on a physical journey taking on a fundraising ride from Karratha to Broome in support of WA Police legacy.
Young Pilbara soccer players have been given a taste of world-class football, with Dampier Junior Soccer Club celebrating a series of opportunities, off the club’s milestone achievement.
Construction on Port Hedland’s JD Hardie Adventure Park has reached 50 per cent completion, with the project on schedule to be completed by November, with a much anticipated opening.
A classic Holden with a small but iconic role in the Australian film Red Dog is set to leave Karratha and head back home to Albany for repairs as it begins its new chapter.
Pilbara businesses are among the most confident in regional WA about the economic outlook despite rising operating costs, labour and housing shortages continuing to challenge growth across the state.
A 68-year-old Hedland local will push himself to the limit riding from Perth to Sydney for cancer research later this month, after recovering from a serious health scare.
A small business grants scheme will be capped at $5000 after a motion to increase the maximum amount able to be awarded failed at the latest Shire of Ashburton meeting
Laura Newell
Karratha’s best golfers competed at the 2026 MM Electrical Karratha Open over the weekend.
People across the Pilbara are being urged to act early if they notice any possible symptoms of lung cancer, as Cancer Council WA launches a new regional awareness campaign
Phoebe Solon
Round 14 of the North Pilbara Football League featured another annihilating performance by Karratha Kats as the Karratha Falcons upset the Dampier Sharks in an exhibition performance
Hedland Hockey Club recorded a famous 4-3 victory over Karratha Hockey Association to claim bragging rights at the Northwest Hockey Championships, held in Karratha on Saturday, August 15.
Karratha Hockey Association came narrowly close to claiming bragging rights losing 3-4 to Port Hedland’s Hockey Association at the Northwest Hockey Championships, held on Saturday, August 15.
Bunnings is celebrating another local footy club hero, with Darren Buse from Newman Pioneers Football and Sporting Club crowned one of Australia’s local BBQ legends as part of its Legend of the Tongs search.
Building and development activity across Port Hedland has reached a decade-high peak, driven by surging investment in residential housing and local infrastructure.
Cain Andrews
Port Hedland local Andrew “Painey” Paine will gear up to take part in the 2026 Variety Bash, which travels from Kalgoorlie to Fremantle from September 14 to 19.
Skyrocketing insurance premiums have forced more than 60 per cent of households in the Pilbara to drop contents coverage entirely despite being in one of the nation’s most active cyclone areas.
A new large-scale Strong Spirit Strong Mind mural is set to transform Karratha over the coming weeks, celebrating local Aboriginal leadership while encouraging conversations around positive wellbeing.
The City of Karratha has shortlisted a developer for its long-awaited Quarter Hotel project, following years of delays.
More than $114,000 has been awarded to 12 community-led projects across the Pilbara as part of the latest round of PLS’ community grants program.
