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Captain Mark Boyd from Wallcliffe Fire Services Brigade.

BushfiresCommentsBleak bushfire outlook for WA as hotter months near

West Australians have been warned of an increased risk of fire this summer, with several regions facing heightened threats due to a combination of dry conditions and high fuel loads.

Caitlin Vinci

An outback track.

Road SafetyRegional road users hit back at slash to default speed limit

A plan to slash the national default speed limit on non-signposted regional roads has been slammed by farming groups and politicians, who fear a blanket cut would not address the nation’s climbing road toll 

Georgia Campion and Cain Andrews

A 3D rendering of the Bulgarra Apartment Development.

Housing PremiumBulgarra Apartments set to begin construction

Construction on the Bulgarra Apartment Development in Karratha is set to begin later this month.

Cain Andrews

BHPs, first brand-new, purpose-built battery-electric locomotives (BELs) in Australia arrive in Port Hedland

WA News PremiumMilestone for heavy-haul rail innovation in the Pilbara

The first purpose-built battery-electric locomotives in Australia have arrived at Port Hedland

Phoebe Solon

A new Telstra mobile base station is now up and running on Thevenard Island off the Pilbara coast, delivering stronger and more reliable 4G coverage.

WA News PremiumNew Telstra mobile base station running on Thevenard Island

A new Telstra mobile base station is now up and running on Thevenard Island off the Pilbara coast, delivering stronger and more reliable 4G coverage

Phoebe Solon

Judy Nunn’s new book, Pilbara is available now in bookstores nationwide.

WA News Judy Nunn visiting Karratha for her book launch

Australian literary icon Judy Nunn is back with her new novel, Pilbara.

Phoebe Solon

The Lumsden Point development will support trade at the Port of Port Hedland.

WA News PremiumLumsden Point development

Progress continues on the Lumsden Point development, a major infrastructure project set to enhance the Port of Port Hedland’s export and import capabilities.

Phoebe Solon

A Severe washout on Hillside-Marble Bar Road in the shire of East Pilbara.

Disaster relief funding PremiumShire hopes to reach disaster relief funding agreement soon

Nine months after severe tropical cyclone Zelia hit the region, the Shire of East Pilbara is yet to receive disaster relief funding to repair damaged roads. 

Cain Andrews

Little green figured student Liam Trengove at Karratha Primary School garden

WA News PremiumKarratha Primary School wins at WA Education Awards

Karratha Primary School honoured for its outstanding contribution to early childhood education at this year’s WA Education Awards

Phoebe Solon

Town of Port Hedland workshop and fleet co-ordinator Jessica Twaddle, South Hedland Landfill's Jan Breddy and South Hedland Landfill lead hand Garrie Jones.

Recycling PremiumHedland pallet recycling program reducing carbon emissions

A new collaboration between Perth-based timber pallet recycling company PalletON and local governments across the Pilbara is reducing pallet waste and carbon emissions.

Cain Andrews

Former Port Hedland councillor Telona Pitt.

Council chaos continues PremiumFormer Port Hedland councillor sues town in Supreme Court

Former Port Hedland councillor Telona Pitt is suing the Town of Port Hedland and her ex-colleagues on the council for allegedly engaging in a conspiracy to remove her from the local government authority.

Cain Andrews

Elizabeth Smith receives WA Senior of the Year (Regional) Award at the 2025 WA Seniors Awards with Hon. Simone McGurk MLA

WA News PremiumWestern Australian seniors award winners announced

Western Australian Seniors Awards recognise exceptional contributions of Pilbara residents playing a pivotal role in strengthening their local community, supporting Elders, and fostering cultural connections

Phoebe Solon

Tyrine James Marcus Watkins.

WA NewsPolice search for man as part of ongoing investigation

Tyrine Watkins is described by police as 171cm tall, of slim build and with dark brown hair.

Tahnee Graham

Dampier Taverners celebrate a wicket.

Cricket PremiumKarratha Kats record dominant win in round five

The Karratha Kats recorded the most dominant display in round five of the West Pilbara Cricket Association’s men’s A-grade competition, securing a massive win over Pegs Creek on November 15. 

Cain Andrews

A massive hit from Port Hedland Cricket Club.

Cricket Wanderers secure two wins in dominant showing

Round six of the Port Hedland Cricket Association’s Senior Men’s Cricket competition saw Wanderers emerging as the big winners of the round.

Cain Andrews

Lifeline will hold domestic violence education workshops in Port Hedland in December as recent statistics reveal the Pilbara has the fourth-worst rate of domestic violence in WA. 

Crime PremiumPilbara records fourth-worst DV rate in WA in 2025-26 so far

Lifeline will hold education workshops in Port Hedland in December as recent statistics reveal the Pilbara has the fourth-worst rate of domestic violence in WA. 

Cain Andrews and Shannon Hampton

Stars of the East Pilbara Community and Sports Awards celebrated at the Newman Hotel

WA News PremiumStars of East Pilbara Community and Sports Awards announced

The Newman Hotel provided the perfect backdrop for a night of community celebration at the annual Stars of the East Pilbara Community and Sports Awards

Phoebe Solon

The Shire of East Pilbara is joining forces with Sport4All, a national program championed by Paralympian and Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott AO, to boots inclusion and accessibility across local sport and recreation.

WA News PremiumShire of East Pilbara joining forces with Sport4All

Shire of East Pilbara is joining forces with Sport4All, championed by Paralympian and Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott, to boost inclusion and accessibility across local sport and recreation

Phoebe Solon

2025 AHA & Coca-Cola Hospitality Awards for Excellence Hahn Gala Ball on 10th November at the Crown Perth

WA News PremiumHospitality Awards for Excellence winners announced

Karratha’s Fiorita Wine Bar & Restaurant was honoured at the 2025 AHA & Coca-Cola Hospitality Awards for Excellence

Phoebe Solon

Locals and the Shire enjoy the Nullagine pool opening and cake

WA News PremiumNullagine pool opening

Nullagine marked a milestone on Wednesday, November 12 with the official opening of the highly-anticipated Nullagine Aquatic Centre. 

Phoebe Solon

U14s Indee Davies, Zahli Ryan and Daisy McDonald.

Basketball PremiumPilbara athletes to represent WA in Southern Cross Challenge

Seven young Pilbara basketballers have been selected to represent WA on the national stage at the Southern Cross Challenge in Victoria from January 16-19.

Cain Andrews

Auditor General Caroline Spencer.

Regional Roads ReportPremiumEast Pilbara Shire’s $196m road maintenance backlog

The Shire of East Pilbara needs $196 million to service its road maintenance backlog, according to the Auditor General’s recently released Maintaining Regional Local Roads report. 

Cain Andrews

Department of Fire and Emergency Services Volunteer Employer Recognition Award winners at Perth’s ANZAC Club on November 7.

VERA awardsPremiumThree Pilbara businesses win VERA awards

Three Pilbara businesses have walked away from the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Volunteer Employer Recognition Awards with wins, showcasing the region’s community spirit.

Cain Andrews

A 21-year-old learner driver has been charged with a raft of offences and had her vehicle impounded after being found drunk behind the wheel twice in a single night in Port Hedland. 

Crime PremiumAlleged drunk learner driver caught twice in one day

A 21-year-old learner driver has been charged with a raft of offences and had her vehicle impounded after being found drunk behind the wheel twice in a single day. 

Cain Andrews