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Want to hit the stage? And get paid for it?!
Posted 24 July 2024 Want to hit the stage? And get paid for it?!

Young artists are invited to submit their original music for a chance to perform at the 2024 Beats in the Bay Festival on the stunning foreshore in Shark Bay!

Town of Port Hedland & Care for Hedland | Sustainability News, July 2024
Posted 24 July 2024 Town of Port Hedland & Care for Hedland | Sustainability News, July 2024

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Yikara Park Playground Upgrades
Posted 19 July 2024 Yikara Park Playground Upgrades

The Town is committed to providing quality amenities for the community to enjoy, and these playground improvements will provide great new equipment.

WA's new warning system for bushfire, cyclone, storm and flood
Posted 16 July 2024 WA's new warning system for bushfire, cyclone, storm and flood

As of Monday 15 July 2024, Western Australia has adopted the Australian Warning System (AWS) for bushfires, cyclone, flood and storms.

Town of Port Hedland & Care for Hedland | Sustainability News, June 2024
Posted 04 July 2024 Town of Port Hedland & Care for Hedland | Sustainability News, June 2024

Click here to read issue #3

Town of Port Hedland & Care for Hedland | Sustainability News, May 2024
Posted 04 July 2024 Town of Port Hedland & Care for Hedland | Sustainability News, May 2024

Click here to read issue #2

Town of Port Hedland & Care for Hedland | Sustainability News, April 2024
Posted 04 July 2024 Town of Port Hedland & Care for Hedland | Sustainability News, April 2024

Click here to read issue #1

Roosters in residential areas
Posted 20 June 2024 Roosters in residential areas

A reminder: Under the Health Local Law 2016, it is illegal to keep roosters in residential areas

You can't smell smoke in your sleep. Only working smoke alarms save lives.
Posted 17 June 2024 You can't smell smoke in your sleep. Only working smoke alarms save lives.

Smoke alarms are the first line of defence in the event of a fire in your home. They provide a reliable and cost-effective early warning, giving people crucial time to react and evacuate safely. Maintaining your smoke alarms ensures they are in working order when needed most.

Care for Hedland Inaugural Sustainability Show Day
Posted 14 June 2024 Care for Hedland Inaugural Sustainability Show Day

Join the team from Care for Hedland for a free and fun day about all things sustainability! Featuring stalls, giveaways, workshops, displays and guest speakers!

Council tidbits
Posted 30 May 2024 Council tidbits

Items of interest from the May Ordinary Council Meeting

Pilbara residents urged to protect themselves against mosquito-borne virus
Posted 21 May 2024 Pilbara residents urged to protect themselves against mosquito-borne virus

WA Health is urging residents in northern regions of Western Australia to protect themselves against mosquito bites after two further cases of Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE), were identified in the Gascoyne and Pilbara regions.

Scribbler's Family Fun Day returns for 2024
Posted 17 May 2024 Scribbler's Family Fun Day returns for 2024

Join in on the fun and excitement as the Scribblers Festival visits Hedland in June!

Containers for Change exchange point locations
Posted 16 May 2024 Containers for Change exchange point locations

A pilot program with Containers for Change has delivered 10 new exchange points in South and Port Hedland.

Boat ramp to close
Posted 16 May 2024 Boat ramp to close

A Port Hedland boat ramp will be permanently closed to the public from late May.

Youth buskers wanted!
Posted 07 May 2024 Youth buskers wanted!

Calling all creative minds in the Hedland community! Youth buskers wanted!

Expressions of Interest - Scribblers on the Road 2024
Posted 02 April 2024 Expressions of Interest - Scribblers on the Road 2024

Scribblers Festival is back this year in Hedland for a Family Fun Day! Are you a stallholder or young busker? Or simply just want to get involved? Then we would love to hear from you!

Easter Long Weekend Operations
Posted 26 March 2024 Easter Long Weekend Operations

Please refer to the table below for changes to Town operations over the Easter long weekend

Road users urged to take more care when transporting loads
Posted 19 March 2024 Road users urged to take more care when transporting loads

An unsecured load = an unsafe road

Preparation for SHISH underway
Posted 06 March 2024 Preparation for SHISH underway

The Town of Port Hedland is preparing for construction on the iconic South Hedland Integrated Sports Hub to start in 2024.

Dog safety starts with you: Take the lead in responsible dog ownership
Posted 06 March 2024 Dog safety starts with you: Take the lead in responsible dog ownership

Feeling safe in our community is a basic right, and the Town is committed to creating safe public spaces, streets, and surroundings. As a dog owner, you have the first and foremost responsibility of keeping your dog safe.

Safe sharps disposal for a safer community
Posted 01 March 2024 Safe sharps disposal for a safer community

Recent reports from the public have advised that needles and syringes are being found in community spaces. This is an unfortunate and serious matter, as our community’s health and well-being are a key priority for the Town.

Town facility closures Australia Day 2024
Posted 18 January 2024 Town facility closures Australia Day 2024

Please be advised of the following changes to the operating times of Town of Port Hedland facilities and services on Australia Day, Friday 26 January 2024.

Travelling during bushfire season
Posted 09 January 2024 Travelling during bushfire season

If you're travelling on the road during the bushfire season, you could be affected by a fire. Take the necessary precautions and understand these essential and lifesaving tips to stay safe.

Spoilbank Beach access limited for turtle safety
Posted 12 December 2023 Spoilbank Beach access limited for turtle safety

Vehicle access on Spoilbank Beach will have limited access from Tuesday 12 December until further notice.

200,000 reasons to celebrate Regional Airfare Zone Cap scheme
Posted 12 December 2023 200,000 reasons to celebrate Regional Airfare Zone Cap scheme

The Cook Labor Government's groundbreaking Regional Airfare Zone Cap (RAZC) scheme has reached a major milestone with 200,000 discounted airfares now flown since the scheme's inception.

Pet sitting season
Posted 06 December 2023 Pet sitting season

Have you organised a pet sitter for the upcoming holidays? You may want to consider the following...

Looking for a unique Christmas gift idea?
Posted 30 November 2023 Looking for a unique Christmas gift idea?

Why not check out Hedlander Memories...

Summer Reading Quest is back!
Posted 20 November 2023 Summer Reading Quest is back!

The Summer Reading Quest is back. Epic adventures await...

Night-time water outage Port Hedland
Posted 16 November 2023 Night-time water outage Port Hedland

Water Corporation will be conducting overnight valve upgrades in Port Hedland. Water supply interruption will be Monday 27 November 2023, from 9:00pm until Tuesday 28 November 6:00am

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