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A rare solar eclipse passing near Newman and Jigalong put the Pilbara front and centre on the world astronomy stage last Friday May 10.
The early-morning event occurred as the moon crossed in front of the …

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Master chef classes and nutrition seminar for healthy team

October 29, 2011 – 3:11 pm | Comments Off149 views

With longer days and summer nights creeping upon us, the Hedland Walk-It Healthy Team Challenge is a great opportunity to take advantage of the perfect weather and get in shape for the warmer months.
Walk-It Hedland …

Port Hedland infill sewerage works to begin

October 29, 2011 – 3:10 pm | Comments Off151 views

Work will begin in November to provide a vital wastewater service to a growing area of Port Hedland as part of the State Government’s Infill Sewerage Program.
Water Minister Bill Marmion said 250 residential blocks bound …

If in doubt, tri again

October 29, 2011 – 3:07 pm | Comments Off394 views
McCaskie, Hawkins and McLarty all completed the recent triathlon

Hedland Tri Sports Association cranked up the heat with its latest triathlon on October 22.
Five triathletes took to the pool to complete a 300 metre swim, 10 kilometre ride and three kilometre run.
A sixth triathlete, …

Baseball diamond on fire at Marie Marland oval

October 29, 2011 – 3:06 pm | Comments Off213 views

Brewers’ Steven Burnham pitched a no-hitter last Saturday as his side went out to a 13-two win over Swans, while Pirates notched up their first win off the back of three home runs, including another …

Don’t just talk it, walk it!

October 29, 2011 – 3:02 pm | Comments Off407 views
Participants for the 4km walk

So, you can talk the talk, but can you walk the walk?
“Walk-It Hedland” is a four week, Town of Port Hedland initiative encouraging community members to stay active and live a healthy lifestyle.
The challenge commenced …

Multiple land release in Pilbara’s port city

October 29, 2011 – 3:00 pm | Comments Off256 views

The transformation of Port Hedland into Pilbara’s port city continues with the release of several exciting multiple storey, mixed-use opportunities in Port and South Hedland.
LandCorp’s concurrent call for expressions of interest from suitable developers is …

Uproo-ted roo to be roo-paired

October 29, 2011 – 2:57 pm | Comments Off418 views
After - photo courtesy of Paul Johnson

Port Hedland’s iconic iron kangaroo sculpture, which eyes the roundabout on the corner of McGregor Street and Cooke Point Drive, was accidentally knocked over by a car last weekend but is set to return to …

Community member presents $300 million idea for sustainably community

October 29, 2011 – 2:54 pm | Comments Off404 views
What makes a sustainable community

Longstanding Hedland resident Camilo Blanco last week presented Town of Port Hedland Council the proposal of a fee per day rate for its transient workforce, estimating that the shire could potentially generate $300 million over …

Boodarie goes kaboom!

October 29, 2011 – 2:53 pm | 4 Comments | 1,194 views
And the walls...finally come tumbling down - photos courtesy Sam Blanco

First, there was a boom! 
And, within seconds, only remnant dust.
Minutes before the expected 9am deadline on Sunday, October 23, local history was marked by the felling of the skeleton that was once BHP Billiton’s Boodarie …

Nominate an outstanding citizen for active citizenship awards

October 29, 2011 – 2:50 pm | Comments Off149 views

If you know someone who deserves to be recognised for their efforts and contribution towards their local community, nominate them for the Premier’s Australia Day Active Citizenship Awards which are awarded on Australia Day.
Last year …