Karratha Airport has been granted international status after years of community demand and advocacy.
Cain Andrews
Uber has confirmed they are gearing up for an official launch in Karratha.
Two Karratha chemists, Shaylee Mills and Emma Engelke, have been recognised at the annual Pharmaceutical Society of Australia WA Pharmacist Awards.
An innovative training initiative in the Pilbara has allowed local volunteers to compress two years of emergency training into a single nine-day intensive course.
Action-packed round four North Pilbara Football League weekend.
Phoebe Solon
City of Karratha mayor Daniel Scott has welcomed the investment in housing for regional WA in the recent State Budget, saying there’s no better time to take advantage of the Pilbara’s booming economy.
The Shire of Ashburton has welcomed the recent $60.8m investment into the long-awaited Tom Price Hospital redevelopment in the State Budget
Dampier Art Awards exhibition opening celebrated artistic talent from across Dampier, Karratha and the wider Pilbara region
Karratha Hockey Association enjoys it’s busiest and most competitive senior hockey session of the season so far
Two Pilbara residents were ordered to pay more than $2,200 in Karratha Court this week after being accused of taking more than double the legal bag limit of ark shells.
Laura Newell
Tambrey Early Learning Centre in Karratha has been transformed into a lush new play space following major renovations completed on May 12.
The State Government has made a significant investment in the Pilbara in the 2026-27 Budget handed down on May 7.
Six junior doctors completed week-long immersion program in the Pilbara, gaining first-hand exposure to rural and remote healthcare and the challenges and rewards of rural practice.
Pilbara Kimberley University Centres’ Graduation Celebration in Karratha had receord number of graduates from the Pilbara and completing higher education qualifications while remaining in their home communities
A 22-year-old woman has been killed after a shocking rollover on the Great Northern Highway in De Grey.
Troy de Ruyter
Round 3 of the North Pilbara footy league kicked off on May 9, delivering a day of heated victories, high-scoring performances and a thrilling contest in the women’s competition.
A hands-on program giving caregivers practical knowledge, skills and confidence to make informed food choices, will come to the Pilbara later this month.
BreastScreen WA is bringing its free mammogram screening service to Karratha from June 6 to July 6.
Onslow bowls enthusiasts will enjoy newer balls, hotter pies and colder drinks thanks to a donation from Mineral Resources.
The City of Karratha has won both 2026 Waterwise Platinum Council of the Year and 2026 Waterwise Gold Aquatic Centre of the Year at the Water Corporation’s Waterwise Recognition event at Kings Park on May 6.
The Shire of East Pilbara has warned the recent $32m State Government investment in the Newman Light Industrial Area will not fully address the land constraints facing the region.
State Government announces the return of the Affordable Airfares Program, offering discounted flights to Exmouth from Perth through Qantas, with fares starting at $199 one-way.
A stage adaptation of a beloved Western Australian illustrator’s children’s story is heading to the Pilbara.
Danielle Marsland
The Karratha Hockey Association launched its competitive season on Wednesday night with two entertaining matches as both the men’s and women’s competitions got under way.
