Public Consultation

Application for Development Approval - Lot 2791 (NO.26) Boronia Close, South Hedland - Proposed extension and alterations to the Rose Nowers Early Learning Centre

The Town has received an application for development approval subject to the provisions of the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015. The application proposes extensions to the existing ‘Child Care Premises’ land use (Rose Nowers - Early Learning Centre). The development consists of:

  • Increasing children numbers from 43 to 133.
  • Floor area extensions to the existing building.
  • New roof over extension and reroofing of the existing floor area.
  • Improvements to outdoor play area along the northern boundary.
  • A new play area along the eastern boundary.
  • Improvements to landscaping ad entry.

Details of the proposal can be found here.

Should you wish to make a submission, please ensure that it is lodged by Friday 06 October2023. Submissions on the application may be lodged in writing addressed to Development Services, Town of Port Hedland, PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721 or via email: eplanning@porthedland.wa.gov.au

Should you require any further information regarding this matter please contact Casimir Penheiro, Senior Urban Planner at 9158 9366 or cpenheiro@porthedland.wa.gov.au


Port Hedland West End, Proposed New Marine Rescue Service Centre Development - Lots 55, 56 & 57 (No.10) McKay Street, Port Hedland

The Western Australian Planning Commission is advertising an application for the redevelopment Lots 55, 56 & 57 (No.10) McKay Street, Port Hedland under the Port Hedland West End Improvement Scheme No.1.

The application, submitted by the Volunteer Marine Rescue Service Port Hedland Inc, proposes to demolish and remove the former Port Hedland School building, extend the existing boat shed and construct a new marine rescue service centre.

Details of the proposal can be found here.

Should you wish to make a submission, please ensure that it is lodged by Wednesday 13 September 2023. A written submission can be made to the Western Australian Planning Commission from the above link. 

Should you require any further information regarding this matter please contact Casimir Penheiro, Senior Urban Planner at 9158 9366 or cpenheiro@porthedland.wa.gov.au


Business Plan for Major Land Transaction - Kingsford Smith Business Park Stage 2

The Town proposes to undertake a Major Land Transaction comprising of an eight-lot subdivision along Altitude Drive, Port Hedland. The subdivision represents Stage 2 of the Kingsford Smith Business Park.

A Business Plan has been prepared to satisfy the requirements of Section 3.59 of the Local Government Act 1995 and associated legislation.

The Business Plan can viewed at the Town of Port Hedland Administration Office at 13 McGregor Street, Port Hedland and Town operated libraries. An online version can be accessed here.

Submissions must be in writing and addressed to Chief Executive Officer, Town of Port Hedland, PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721 or via email: council@porthedland.wa.gov.au. Submissions may be made to the Town before Monday 23 October 2023.

Should you require any further information regarding this matter please contact Ryley Heap, Senior Economic Development Officer on 08 9111 5000 or ryley.heap@porthedland.wa.gov.au


Amendment No. 3 to Local Planning Scheme No. 7 – Standard Amendment

Notice is hereby given that the Town of Port Hedland has initiated the above-mentioned scheme amendment.

Details relating to Scheme Amendment No.3 can be found here.

The amendment is also available to view at the Town’s Depot during office hours up to and including close of business on 04 October 2023.

Submissions on the amendment may be lodged in writing addressed to Development Services, Town of Port Hedland, PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721 or via email: eplanning@porthedland.wa.gov.au. Submissions should be lodged with the Town on or before close of business on 04 October 2023.

Should you require any further information regarding this matter please contact Karli Beresford, Project Officer - Strategic Planning on 08 9158 9334 or kberesford@porthedland.wa.gov.au


    Draft Active Transport Strategy 2023

    The community is invited to have its say on the Town of Port Hedland’s Draft Active Transport Strategy.

    Submissions on the draft Active Transport Strategy can be made until Wednesday  26 July 2023 by emailing eplanning@porthedland.wa.gov.au 

    If you have any questions regarding the Draft Active Transport Strategy, please contact Karli Beresford, Project Officer - Strategic Planning on 08 9158 9334 or eplanning@porthedland.wa.gov.au