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Peta Baer delivering a speech at Parliment House on the need for better regional disability support.

REGIONAL HEALTHPremiumPilbara disability support out of reach

“Imagine you are stranded in the middle of the desert with no food, water or shelter. 

Madelin Hayes

Kids participated in round-robin sports activities at the Hedland Sports + Rec Expo.

SportsPremiumExpo highlights Hedland sporting opportunities

Hedland locals turned out in full force to the Hedland Sports + Rec Expo, trying out different sports and recreational activities available in the Town of Port Hedland. 

Madelin Hayes

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has vowed to bring down power prices in West Australia by fast-tracking the approval of an exporting gas project.

Federal election 2025CommentsPremiumDutton puts foot on NW gas in reduced power prices pledge

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has vowed to bring down power prices in West Australia by fast-tracking the approval of an exporting gas project.

Ellen Ransley

Kimberley communities are being told to prepare for isolation in case of flooding as rain lashes Derby after Tropical Cyclone Dianne crossed the coast early Saturday morning.

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Flood threat remains for Broome, Derby amid Tropical Cyclone

A severe weather warning is in place for communities in the Kimberley and Pilbara as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Dianne continues to cross the Kimberley coast.

Natasha Clark, Cain Andrews and Jessica Evensen

Jonathan Weinberg with his ColdVest device.

Cool ideaCommentsPerth man creates innovative product to keep cool in heat

As experts warn of rising heatstroke risks, could this Perth-developed patented cooling vest be the life-saving tool needed for high-risk environments such as mining?

Liam Murphy

Tash Rigby with young Hedland soccer players.

SOCCERPremiumFootball West embarks on Pilbara road trip

Football West embarked on a Pilbara road trip this month with former Perth Glory captain Tash Rigby; visiting soccer associations across Karratha, Hedland, Newman and Tom Price. 

Madelin Hayes

Gareth Wheeler hopes his tribute video will spark conversations about truck driver safety.

ROAD SAFETY PremiumTruckie’s tribute sparks road safety awareness

Travelling along the Great Northern Highway up to five times per day, truck driver Gareth Wheeler was curious about a roadside memorial he spotted each time he travelled the road

Madelin Hayes

Hedland Village Shopping Centre’s concept design.

SHOPPING CENTRE PremiumNew shopping centre set for South Hedland

South Hedland is a step closer to receiving a new shopping centre featuring an IGA, childcare centre, pharmacy and tavern

Madelin Hayes

Port Hedland councillor Camilo Blanco has accused police of political interference.

ElectionPremiumHedland councillor arrested for alleged election sign theft

Port Hedland councillor Camilo Blanco has been released without charge after being arrested for allegedly stealing an election campaign sign. 

Cain Andrews

Harmony Week was celebrated at the JD Hardie Youth and Community Hub.

Harmony WeekPremiumHedland Harmony Week 2025 celebrates colourful culture

The JD Hardie Youth and Community Hub buzzed with life on March 22 as the community gathered to celebrate the vibrant tapestry of cultures that make up the Town of Port Hedland.

Madelin Hayes

Pilbara MLA Kevin Michel has sucessfully retained his seat following nearly two weeks of uncertainty.

STATE ELECTIONPremiumKevin Michel wins Pilbara

Pilbara Labor incumbent Kevin Michel has retained his seat in the Pilbara, getting the edge over Liberal candidate Amanda Kailis. 

Madelin Hayes

Hedland children participating in the West Coast Eagles Night Lights Freestyle Footy sessions.

AFLPremiumWest Coast Eagles AFLW players inspire young footy fans

Young Hedland footy fanatics have been treated to a series of exciting and inspiring events thanks to the West Coast Eagles.

Madelin Hayes

Mr Hagart was working as a security manager at the busy Pilbara shopping centre when he saw a knife-wielding Ashley Fildes trying to stab a female police officer as he pushed her to the ground.

WA NewsCommentsPremiumFormer security guard honoured after tremendously brave act

A former security guard and a serving police officer have been recognised for their acts of selflessness in this year’s Australian Bravery Decorations.

Oliver Lane

The fatal crash occurred near the Cleaverville Road turn-off.

TEENAGERS KILLED IN COLLISION PremiumTwo teenagers killed in Roebourne horror crash

Police have confirmed a 17-year-old male and a 16-year-old male died at the scene of a collision along North West Coastal Highway, near Cleaverville Road on Sunday morning

Madelin Hayes

The latest WA police crime statistics reveal an increase in select offences across the Pilbara.

PILBARA CRIMEPremiumPilbara crime on the rise during 2024

Crime statistics in the Pilbara surged in 2024 with the latest WA Police data revealing drug offences, assault and sexual violence are on the rise in certain areas. 

Madelin Hayes

The closed stretch of highway.

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Two dead in horror motorcycle accident on northern highway

Police have confirmed two people riding a motorcycle died in a devastating crash on the North West Coast Highway on Sunday morning. 

Rachel Fenner

The Storyteller Chef Zach Green at 6 Mile Creek in Port Hedland.

PLATING UP THE PILBARA PremiumZach Green prepares to plate up the Pilbara

The mangrove-lined shore at 6 Mile Creek in Port Hedland is a calming and inspiring place for The Storyteller Chef, Zach Green. 

Madelin Hayes

Research has shed new light on the feeding habits of pygmy blue whales.

Environmental researchPremiumNew insights into pygmy blue whale foraging behaviours

Endangered pygmy blue whales are diving deep to feed while migrating along the WA coast, new research has revealed, challenging long-held assumptions about their foraging habits.

Katya Minns

The All Hedland U15 boys team.

Country basketballPremiumHedland represented at BWA Belt Up Country Championships

The All Hedland Basketball Association has returned to the Pilbara after sending four teams to Perth for a month of fierce competition at the Belt Up BWA Country Championships. 

Madelin Hayes

The Town of Port Hedland is reviewing defects at its $19.5 million community centre, after the facility was deemed unfit for use as a shelter during Tropical Cyclone Zelia.

Cyclone PremiumCouncil investigates defects at $19.5m Community Centre

The Town of Port Hedland is reviewing defects at its $19.5 million community centre, after the facility was deemed unfit for use as a shelter during Tropical Cyclone Zelia.

Cain Andrews

Marcelyn Nicolaou, Professor Juli Coffin and Labor MLC Sue Ellery.

Women’s Hall of FamePremiumProfessor Juli Coffin inducted into Women’s Hall of Fame

Prominent Aboriginal researcher, community advocate and former elite water polo player Professor Juli Coffin has been inducted into the 2025 Women’s Hall of Fame

Katya Minns

Western Australia’s longest-running community fun run will remain in Karratha for the next three years.

Fun RunCity to Surf secures three more years in Karratha

Western Australia’s longest-running community fun run will remain in Karratha for the next three years

Katya Minns

A flatback turtle in Port Hedland. Linda Reinhold.

Turtle conservationPremiumToPH revises turtle protection measures following feedback

The Town of Port Hedland has opted for an education-based approach to protect flatback turtles while maintaining public access to Spoilbank and other nesting beaches.

Katya Minns

The Ocean Film Festival World Tour will be screening in South Hedland on March 15.

Ocean Film FestivalPremiumHedlanders set for a whale of a time at Ocean Film Festival

The 2025 Ocean Film Festival will be making a splash in South Hedland on March 15, showcasing the wonder and power of the sea through a curated selection of films.

Madelin Hayes