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Eagles legend Nic Naitanui will be attending each session.

AFLPremiumNaitanui Academy Regional Roadshow to tour the Pilbara

WA football powerhouse the West Coast Eagles will be delivering a multi-town academy roadshow in the Pilbara for the first time

Joshua Dowdall

Shire chief executive Keith Woodward is on leave and the acting CEO is Darren Kennedy.

WA news PremiumActing chief executive named as Shire CEO remains on leave

The Shire of Ashburton has confirmed it corrected a resolution relating to chief executive Keith Woodward, days after council voted to suspend him

Joshua Dowdall

Mr Ward sustained died after he collided with a white Toyota Landcruiser ute on Thursday, October 1.

Fatal crashPremiumPort Hedland local identified in fatal motorcycle crash

The man who died in a motorcycle crash in Port Hedland last week has been identified as mechanical maintenance technician Ben Ward.

Joshua Dowdall

Royal Humane Society of Australasia WA bravery awards were presented at Government House in Perth on Tuesday, October 6.

WA newsPremiumMarble Bar local to receive bravery medal in Perth

A man from Marble Bar is one of eight West Australians to receive bravery medals at Government House, recognising those who risked their lives to save others.

Joshua Dowdall

A compliant pool fence.

Pool safetyPremiumKarratha pool inspection backlog nearly quadruples

The City of Karratha has fallen further behind with pool inspections with 456 properties overdue for their four-yearly check, almost four times the higher than last year’s figure of 123

Joshua Dowdall

A compliant pool fence.

Pool inspectionsPremiumPort Hedland pool inspection backlog more than halves

The Town of Port Hedland have more than halved its backlog of overdue private swimming pool inspections, despite having the second-highest number of overdue inspections among regional WA

Joshua Dowdall

Twelve earthquakes have been recorded in the area since recent activity began.

Earthquake activityPremiumSeismometer planned for Port Hedland amid earthquake cluster

A pair of earthquakes over the span of 13 hours have been recorded near Port Hedland, including one recorded 6km north-east of the Town.

Joshua Dowdall

The special council meeting was held at Clem Thompson Sports Pavilion in Tom Price on October 2.

WA news PremiumShire CEO suspension revealed only as council ends it

The Shire of Ashburton’s chief executive was suspended for 10 days at the end of last month but no reason has been made public for the move. 

Joshua Dowdall

The first concrete was poured on September 16 for the Port Hedland Artificial Reef.

Artificial reefPremiumPort Hedland marks milestone as artificial reef takes shape

Construction has officially begun on Australia’s largest purpose-built artificial reef for recreational fishing in Port Hedland, marking a major milestone for the region’s fishing community.

Joshua Dowdall

Fullback Kalyn Ponga scored a spectacular 95m try in the first half after swooping on a Roosters kick.

NRL grand finalPremiumPort Hedland-born Kalyn Ponga stars in grand final loss

Port Hedland-born Newcastle Knights captain Kalyn Ponga produced a starring performance in the NRL grand final, despite his side falling agonisingly short of a premiership.

Joshua Dowdall

Aftermath of cyclone Narelle at Exmouth Marina

Cyclone preparationPremiumExmouth launches new cyclone preparedness campaign

The Shire of Exmouth has put mental health and wellbeing at the centre of its cyclone preparedness campaign for the upcoming season, as the town continues to recover from cyclone Narelle.

Joshua Dowdall

Drone shot of Karratha city precinct.

Interest rate risePremiumPilbara businesses more pressure as RBA lifts interest rates

Pilbara businesses are facing another increase in borrowing costs after the Reserve Bank of Australia lifted the official cash rate from 4.35 per cent to 4.60 per cent

Joshua Dowdall

Nationals WA MLC Julie Freeman in front of Cossack Wharf.

Heritage preservationPremiumCalls for State Government to act on deteriorating wharf

Nationals WA MLC Julie Freeman has called on the State Government to provide an update on plans to stabilise the historic Cossack Wharf ahead of the Pilbara cyclone season

Joshua Dowdall

The story follows the idea that FIFO workers are not travelling to a mine site at all but flying to the North Pole to help Santa prepare for Christmas.

Children’s bookPremiumMother releases children’s christmas story for FIFO families

A childhood belief that her fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) father was secretly helping Santa has inspired a Mandurah teacher and mother to write a children’s book aimed at helping FIFO families navigate time apart

Joshua Dowdall

Muffin Break Karratha officially opened on Thursday, October 1.

Franchise openingPremiumPlenty of people line up for Muffin Break opening

Popular franchise Muffin Break opened its doors at Karratha City Plaza, giving shoppers a new option for coffee, baked goods and quick snacks

Joshua Dowdall

Stacey Turale, Taylor Jackman, Alyssa Field, Stacey Jansen, Dana Bells, Laura Hawes, Cath Widdup and Vera Dwyer at last year's awards.

Award nominationsPremiumNominations now open for Community Sports Awards

Nominations are now open for the Town of Port Hedland and BHP Community Sports Awards, with cash awards presented to winners in each individual and group category

Joshua Dowdall

Clubs in Port Hedland, Exmouth and Tom Price have received funds for first aid facilities.

Motorsport upgradesPremiumMotorsports clubs to benefit from better facilities

Three towns in the Pilbara are set to benefit from improved first-aid facilities, delivered through the State Government’s $1.3m 2025 election commitment to improve infrastructure at karting clubs across WA.

Joshua Dowdall

Craig Nazzari won the $5000 The Game Rugby League Tipping season top tipper prize.

Tipping winnerPremiumPilbara man takes out The Game Rugby League Tipping prize

One lucky Pilbara man has woken up $5000 richer after winning The Game Rugby League Tipping season top tipper prize ahead of Sunday’s NRL grand final between the Newcastle Knights and Sydney Roosters.

Joshua Dowdall

Local wildlife reptile volunteer Jason Wren said the majority of snakes he catches are western brown snakes.

Snake warningPremiumKarratha revealed as one of WA’s highest snake risk hotspots

A Pilbara town has been ranked in as one of WA’s highest snake risk regions by new data by off-roading specialists, OCAM4X4 Accessories, with a danger index score of 83.1 out of a possible 100.

Joshua Dowdall

Temporary 60km/h speed limits have been introduced on Cooke Point Road and Wilson Street.

Road closurePremium‘Unforeseen safety issues’ hamper Hedland’s pipeline works

The Water Corporation has announced McGregor Street in Port Hedland will be closed for four to five weeks, to complete a section of its pipeline upgrade, following extensive feedback from the community.

Joshua Dowdall

Newlyweds Danni Bloomfield and Matthew Abbott outside the MCG before the AFL grand final.

AFLPremiumPilbara couple tie the knot outside MCG ahead of grand final

A couple from the Pilbara have stolen the spotlight after getting married outside the MCG for an unforgettable celebration ahead of the AFL grand final, on Saturday, September 26.

Joshua Dowdall

The City of Karratha was asked by police to attend the mess at Fabling Court in Baynton on Thursday, September 24, after hazardous material was identified among waste spread across the street and a property.

Public safetyPremiumDiscarded syringes prompt calls for safer disposal

A large number of discarded syringes found scattered across a Karratha street and property have prompted a rapid clean-up and discussions about improving sharps disposal options in the city.

Joshua Dowdall

Tom Curtain will return to Port Hedland on October 4.

MusicPremiumTom Curtain to blow Port Hedland away with country music

A multiple Golden Guitar winner and horseman extraordinaire is bringing his national award winning Katherine Outback Experience to the Pilbara once again.

Joshua Dowdall

The Karratha Falcons secured the division one title with a 41-29 win over the Kats.

SportPremiumTequiras Netball Club win Men’s Division grand final

Karratha Netball Association wrapped up its netball season following their senior and junior grand finals on Saturday, September 19.

Joshua Dowdall