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Public water fountains have been installed in Port Hedland to help combat summer heat.

Water reliefPremiumCool relief! Water fountains installed in Hedland

The Town of Port Hedland is addressing extreme heat and risk of dehydration by installing two public fountains that will offer cold, drinkable water.

Natasha Clark

The Shire of East Pilbara has voted to adopt a mixed election model for the upcoming local government elections.

LOCAL COUNCILPremiumEast Pilbara moves to mixed-model voting

The Shire of East Pilbara has voted to adopt a mixed election model for the upcoming October local government elections, in a move aimed at improving voter access and issues with postal voting.

Madelin Hayes

South Hedland will be buzzing at the Celebrate Hedland festival on Friday. Pictured is Hedland salsa teacher Alissa Cleo holding an impromptu lesson.

Community expo PremiumCelebrate Hedland community expo brings community together

South Hedland will be buzzing with colour, culture and community spirit this Friday as the annual Celebrate Hedland festival takes over the town. 

Cain Andrews

The Dampier Sharks women’s team.

FootballPremiumWolves, Kats and Swans winners in NPFL round one

The Wickham Wolves opened their 2025 North Pilbara Football League women’s campaign with a 19-point win over the Dampier Sharks side at Windy Ridge Oval on Saturday, April 26.

Cain Andrews

Sharks’ Guy Langdon.

FootballPremiumSharks, Falcons and Rovers take home wins in NPFL round one

The North Pilbara Football League roared back to life on Saturday, April 26, with the Dampier Sharks overcoming Wickham Wolves by 46 points at Windy Ridge Oval. 

Cain Andrews

Hundreds gathered in Port Hedland for the Anzac Day dawn service.

Anzac Day PremiumHedland pays tribute in dawn silence

Hundreds gathered at the Port Hedland cenotaph on Thursday morning to mark Anzac Day, paying silent tribute to those who served and died in war.

Cain Andrews

Lee Lane in Newman has a fresh new look.

LANE REVAMPPremiumNewman’s Lee Lane makeover nears completion

New landscaping, upgraded pathways, local mural art, and improved lighting are now complete at Newman’s Lee Lane, with upgrades such as roof shades still to come on the refurbishment shopping list. 

Madelin Hayes

The 2025 Hedland State Championships team.

TEE-RIFFIC ACHIEVEMENTYoung Hedland Teeball stars shine on State stage

Hedland Teeball Association coach Toni McMahon has praised the sportsmanship of local young guns who took to the diamond at the State Teeball Championships in Perth.

Madelin Hayes

Newman youth Tyvon Beasley, Tige Ugle, Jacqyn Lando Butt, Vernon Brockman and Jessi Indich along the Kokoda Trail.

ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIMEPremiumPilbara youth tackle the Kokoda trek

Six young adventurers from the Pilbara have returned home with sore legs and unforgettable memories after completing the legendary Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea.

Madelin Hayes

The bomb disposal unit on the runway at Port Hedland in August 1942, about a week after the raid. Kneeling are Vic Philby, Laurie Reeves and Alan Nixon. Standing are Bruce Cox, Norm Horn, two unknown personnel, Jack Coogan, and Ted Sorrell.

ANZACPremiumHedland bombing led to only WA soldier killed on WA soil

When Japanese forces dropped a series of bombs on Port Hedland’s airfield about 6.45am on July 30, 1942, nobody expected it.

Madelin Hayes

The Town of Port Hedland is ramping up mozzie measures after Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE) and Ross River virus were detected in Hedland.

MOSQUITO VIRUS PremiumTown ups measures to limit mosquito viruses in Hedland

Extra measures have been taken against mosquito-borne diseases after Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE) and Ross River virus were found in local mosquito populations in Hedland 

Madelin Hayes

Port Hedland's Pier Hotel in 2012.

Commercial PropertyCommentsPremiumNotorious Port Hedland pub to become public park

An iconic chapter of Port Hedland’s wild history is coming to a close, as BHP confirms it will demolish the notorious Pier Hotel — dubbed the ‘world’s toughest pub’ — to make way for a public park.

Madelin Hayes

Mass will be held at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cathedral, Broome for Pope Francis on Tuesday evening, April 22.

Pope Francis deathPremiumBroome Bishop Tim Norton reflects on Pope Francis’ death

As the North West Catholic community joins the world to mourn the death of Pope Francis, Broome Bishop Tim Norton has reflected on the late Pontiff’s enduring legacy.

Madelin Hayes

The Indigenous Outreach Project will host hip-hop classes in Nullagine and Marble Bar.

JUST DANCEPremiumHip-hop dance workshops head to Nullagine and Marble Bar

East Pilbara kids who like to get their boogie on are in for a treat, with hip-hop classes coming to Nullagine and Marble Bar. 

Madelin Hayes

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the campaign trail at Dampier Port with Labor candidate for Durack Karen Wheatland, left, and Resources Minister Madeleine King.

Federal election PremiumCost-of-living biggest concern for Durack in coming election

Punters and community leaders from around the electorate of Durack have weighed in on the current election campaign and their message is loud — don’t leave our region behind. 

Cain Andrews

Rapper and hip-hop artist Zero Emcee in Nullagine and Marble Bar.

CONNECTION THROUGH MUSIC PremiumZero Emcee connects with Pilbara youth through music

At 12-years-old, Jaydan Ahmat had a dream of becoming a songwriter and rapper. Now at 29 and performing under the name Zero Emcee, he’s made that dream a reality.

Madelin Hayes

BHP CEO Mike Henry

MiningBHP dodges tariffs blow but watching China for slowdown

Mining giant BHP says it expects to see little fallout on its operations from Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs but is more concerned by whether it could pull the handbrake on economic growth.

Daniel Newell

Carmen Walsh with her son Cody.

MAKING A SPLASHPremiumHedland water polo goalie set for country champs

Hedland Water Polo Association goalkeeper Carmen Walsh is set to represent the Pilbara at the National Country Water Polo Championships on the Gold Coast in May.

Madelin Hayes

Turtle-friendly lighting being installed along Cemetery Beach in Port Hedland.

TURTLE TRIUMPH PremiumShining a light on turtle conservation

From the Civic Centre to Cemetery Beach, turtle-friendly bollard lights are being installed to help protect flatback turtle hatchlings as they make their first instinctive journey from nest to sea. 

Madelin Hayes

Nicole Kelly from Tom Price has been nominated for a WA volunteer of the year award for her dedication to the community and beyond.

VOLLIE AWARDSPremiumPilbara vollies in the spotlight at WA Volunteer Awards

A Tom Price local and a Hedland community organisation have been announced as finalists in the 2025 Volunteer of the Year Awards. 

Madelin Hayes

Michelle Cooke in a ‘braid train’ at Short Back & Sidewalks’ JD Hardie Youth and Community Hub visit.

LOOK GOOD, FEEL GOODPremiumFree haircuts for cyclone-affected youth

Scissors snipping, clippers buzzing, Short Back & Sidewalks brought joy and fresh haircuts to Hedland, giving children from Strelley Community School a much-needed boost. 

Madelin Hayes

The Port Hedland Rovers celebrating their grand final win.

ROVERS CREATE HISTORY Rovers create history with back-to-back premiership glory

The Port Hedland Rovers are still riding high after an electrifying T20 grand final win over South Hedland, securing back-to-back premierships for the first time in club history.

Madelin Hayes

Port Hedland is the largest bulk export port in the world by tonnage.

“decline in confidence”PremiumPilbara business confidence slips amid Trump tariffs

Pilbara business confidence has slipped as U.S. President Donald Trump’s 10 per cent tariff on Australian goods takes hold

Cain Andrews

Care for Hedland’s Kelly Howlett

Regional WA PremiumHedland Turtles protected with conservation effort extended

For more than two decades, the conservation efforts focused on Port Hedland’s flatback turtles have flourished, thanks volunteers and the longstanding partnership between Care for Hedland and BHP

Natasha Clark