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Local government electionPremiumJason Keller joins Port Hedland council after landslide win

A focus on crime and housing are on the agenda for the new face on the Port Hedland council, after Jason Keller took out the special election by more than 160 votes.

Alexander Scott

COVID-19PremiumPilbara COVID-19 cases jump as vaccine rates stall

As the second wave of Omicron continues to spread across the State, the Pilbara’s vaccine rates have stalled with the region remaining below the 70 per cent mark

Alexander Scott

AviationAviair welcomes State support for network expansion

North West aviation company Aviair has welcomed State Budget measures to support the expansion of the Inter Regional Flight Network, currently operating between Karratha, Newman, Port Hedland and Broome.

Sam Jones

Social housingPremiumFirst shipment of modular homes delivered to Tom Price

Tom Price has received four new social homes as part of the State Government’s modular build program.

Alexander Scott

Hospital redevelopmentPremiumNew Newman Health Service emergency department opens doors

The emergency department of the new $61.4 million Newman Health Service has officially opened after stage one works reached practical completion last month.

Alexander Scott

SoftballPremiumWickham on top of West Pilbara Softball Association Carnival

Teams from across the Pilbara descended on Windy Ridge Oval for a softball carnival to battle it out and see who was the best.

Alexander Scott

Volunteer weekPremiumPilbara volunteers share experiences for volunteer week

From helping out at car accidents and during cyclones to providing lifesaving support during an emergency, volunteers around the Pilbara are always there lending a helping hand.

Alexander Scott

‘Doing it for all Australians’PremiumHedland council to sue McGowan Government over vax mandates

A Pilbara council is set to take the WA Government to the Supreme Court to challenge the State’s ongoing vaccination mandates.

Sam Jones

FootballPremiumKats, Wickham and Sharks extend their winning form in NPFL

Wickham Wolves showed off their class in round four of the North Pilbara Football League with a resounding 51-point victory over Karratha Falcons off the back of a five-goal haul by Tom Higgins.

Alexander Scott

Out of control partyPremiumTwo officers injured while investigating a noise complaint

Two police officers have been injured and taken to hospital after attempting to investigate a noise complaint in Wickham.

Alexander Scott

Documentary PremiumSAFE hard work showcased in Take Me Home premiere

A six-part documentary showcasing the inspiring work of Saving Animals From Euthanasia has premiered on national television.

Alexander Scott

Carnival funCarnival fun to return with the Spinifex Spree

Hedland’s favourite carnival event will be back with a bang this year, bringing the thrills of the carnival to the Pilbara town.

Alexander Scott

State BudgetPremiumPilbara projects receive boost in 2022 State Budget

Health, infrastructure and tourism are among the big winners for the Pilbara in the 2022/23 State Budget handed down by Premier Mark McGowan on Thursday afternoon.

Alexander Scott

artPremiumPublic art submissions open for Hedland’s Portside Markets

Artists statewide are being asked to submit designs for an original artwork to be featured at Port Hedland’s Portside district.

Alexander Scott

On the roadPilbara’s Warlu Way added to top 100 Australian road trips

A nearly 3000km road trip through the picturesque Pilbara landscape has been named as one of the top 100 road trips in Australia.

Alexander Scott

shippingPPA throughput dips by 3 per cent for April

Throughput for the Pilbara Ports Authority has dipped by 3 per cent compared with April last year with a monthly total of 59.1 million tonnes. 

Alexander Scott

Childcare crisisPremiumDay care crisis leaves single mother-of-three in limbo

Broome mother Uweinna Albert has revealed her struggles in securing a day care placement for her son Keefe, having to wait in limbo on local day care centres waiting lists for up to 12 months.

Cain Andrews

Cost of livingPremiumPilbara residents struggling with cost of living

A Pilbara town struggling with a service worker shortage could get worse before it gets better with locals struggling with increasing rental prices and the rising cost of living in the isolated region.

Alexander Scott

FootballRovers down Falcons in NPFL round three clash

A gutsy Port Hedland Rovers downed Karratha Falcons by 13 points at Colin Matheson Oval in round three of the North Pilbara Football League season.

Alexander Scott

FootballKats, Hedland win in NPFLW round three

Karratha Kats showed their class against Dampier Sharks to remain unbeaten this season after securing a 21-point victory at Windy Ridge Oval.

Alexander Scott

Wickham Wolves bared their fangs in a 100-point thrashing of the visiting South Hedland Swans in round three of the North Pilbara Football League.Wickham Wolves maul South Hedland Swans by 100 points

Wickham Wolves bared their fangs in a 100-point thrashing of the visiting South Hedland Swans in round three of the North Pilbara Football League.

Alexander Scott

Budget ResponsePremiumDerby leader wants support for parents of young offenders

The $40.4 million juvenile crime package has received a mixed response across the Kimberley community, with some claiming the Government is failing to address the core-issue behind youth crime in the region. 

Jane Murphy

BusinessPremiumSouth Hedland co-working hub officially opens

Small business owners in South Hedland have a new place to call home with the opening of the PHCCI’s new co-working office space, the South Hedland Hub, which opened its doors on May 6.

Sam Jones

BoxingPremiumCoffin wins big at Karratha Fight Night

Boxers from Perth to Broome travelled to Karratha to battle it out at the Raiders Boxing Club’s Fight Night VIII.

Alexander Scott