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Holiday spiritPremiumHedland to shine with return of Festive Lights Competition

Hedland neighbourhoods are set to sparkle once again as the town of Port Hedland’s much-loved Festive Lights Competition returns for 2024.

Katya Minns

Road upgradesPremiumUpgrades on Marble Bar Road under way

Work is now under way on a major upgrade to the Pilbara’s Marble Bar Road, aiming to transform the route into a safer, more accessible two-lane sealed road over a 92km stretch.

Katya Minns

Park upgradesPremiumMore street parking and lighting for Andover Park

The city of Karratha is set to launch a series of upgrades to Andover Park in response to community feedback in Roebourne.

Katya Minns

National Rural and Remote Health AwardsPremiumYaandina Aged & Community Care wins health award

Yaandina Aged & Community Care recently took home the award for rural/remote aged or disability carer of the year at the 2024 National Rural and Remote Health Awards. 

Madelin Hayes

Regional SupportPremiumPilbara champion becomes face of Cancer Council WA Appeal

Onslow Gazelles run club organiser Renee Elliot is the face of a new appeal urging the community to support Cancer Council WA’s accommodation lodges after she was diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2023. 

Madelin Hayes

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Man found safe and well after leaving WA mine

Police have found a 42-year-old man ‘safe and well’ after he failed to return home after leaving a Pilbara mine site.

Caleb Runciman

Councillor resignationPremiumKarratha councillor Travis McNaught resigns from council

Karratha councillor Travis McNaught has called time on his tenure in the local government, citing his resignation was due to relocating to Geraldton to be closer to family. 

Madelin Hayes

Pur-fect milestonePremiumSAFE Karratha’s pawsome achievement: 5000th cat adopted

Saving Animals from Euthanasia Karratha has reached a pawsome milestone, the adoption of 5000 cats since the animal rescue service’s inception. 

Madelin Hayes

Volleyball PremiumKarratha volleyball spirit on show at Black and Gold awards

Recognised for her significant contribution to Volleyball WA, Goong Buenaflor recently took home an order of merit award at the Black and Gold 2024 Annual Awards Night. 

Madelin Hayes

Regional WAPremiumYoung Newman locals prepare for Kokoda Trail

Seven Newman residents are gearing up for an unforgettable adventure on Papua New Guinea’s Kokoda Trail after recently completing their second three-day training camp at the Manjedal Activity Centre.

Katya Minns

Yeah the girls!PremiumKarratha Women’s Place fosters connection and empowerment

Moving up to Karratha in 2009, Dee Van Beek quickly realised how isolating the region could be for women, with partners often working long shifts, and being away from family and friends. 

Madelin Hayes

ArtPremiumCossack Artist in Residence applications open

Artists across the Pilbara region have an opportunity to apply for the 2025 Cossack Art Awards and Artist in Residence program, facilitated by the city of Karratha and partner Rio Tinto.

Natasha Clark

Remembrance Day PremiumThe Pilbara commemorates Remembrance Day

At the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, towns across the region will pause to reflect and honour the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. 

Madelin Hayes

Bye-bye BlanchePremiumAu revoir Blanche Bar – loved Karratha venue set for revamp

Popular Karratha watering hole Blanche Bar will close its doors on December 31 after an incredible journey as the Pilbara’s first small bar. 

Madelin Hayes

Preserving CulturePremiumPKKP Aboriginal Corporation attends Paper and Talk

The PKKP Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC has become the first Western Australian language group to attend Paper and Talk - a training program for First Nations people working to strengthen their languages.

Madelin Hayes

HealthcarePremiumTom Price and Paraburdoo hospital contractor appointed

Progress has been made on the long-awaited Tom Price and Paraburdoo hospitals, with Cooper & Oxley contracted for the design phase of the main works. 

Madelin Hayes

Race FeverPremiumOut and about in Karratha: Melbourne Cup at The Tambrey

Buzzing with anticipation before the horses thundered down the track at Flemington, Karratha punters and fashion enthusiasts gathered at The Tambrey for the 2024 Melbourne Cup. 

Madelin Hayes

Water Polo Karratha Water Polo Association round four

The Karratha Water Polo Association dived in for round four of the season on Thursday night, with plenty of camaraderie and sportsmanship on display. 

Madelin Hayes

Cattlemen’s ConferencePremiumKimberley Pilbara Cattlemen’s Association 2024 conference

Pastoralists from across northern Western Australia came together for the Kimberley Pilbara Cattlemen’s Association (KPCA) 2024 conference at the Red Earth Arts Precinct.

Madelin Hayes

Youth WeekPremiumYouth Week WA 2025 theme announced

The Youth Week 2025 theme has been announced as Our Threads, This Place, Your Moment, reflecting young people’s connection to the community and each other. 

Madelin Hayes

Sports AwardsPremiumSporting talent highlighted at Community Sports Awards

The top coaches, volunteers and sporting stars in Karratha have been recognised for their hard work and dedication at the annual City of Karratha Community Sports Awards.

Madelin Hayes

Regional FundingPremiumShort Back & Sidewalks receives regional expansion funding

The power of a fresh haircut should not be underestimated – something Short Back & Sidewalks knows all too well through the act of giving free haircuts to vulnerable and marginalised community members. 

Madelin Hayes

YouthInterschool public speaking stars present to council

Expressing bold ideas in front of a crowd is no easy feat, but five students did just that at the most recent City of Karratha council meeting. 

Madelin Hayes

RegionalPremiumDutton: Pilbara roads not paved in gold

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton said he was humbled on his recent trip to the Pilbara after mingling with residents – hearing directly from locals about what matters most to them.

Madelin Hayes