Born on Yindjibarndi Ngurra in the 1940s as Arkie Watkin, Harry was taken from his mother as a small child during the Stolen Generations.
Sean-Paul Stephens, with guidance from Yindjibarndi Elder Kevin Guinness
The City of Karratha has amended its proposed rate increase for 2026-27 after facing backlash from ratepayers who said they can’t afford the hike.
Cain Andrews
BHP’s biggest community investment in WA will fund new school facilities, housing and an aquatic centre in Port Hedland.
Ryan Johnson
Karratha hockey association welcomes senior training featuring a fully equipped goalkeeper for the first time this season
Phoebe Solon
Famous green thumb Costa Georgiadis is heading to Karratha for this year’s Ready Set Grow competition.
Pilbara schoolkids are getting a hands-on experience with science this month as Scitech visits schools in the region.
Newman mother Amber Escott has walked more than 200,000 steps in May to raise understanding of autism, following her son Hunter’s diagnosis.
Karratha’s median weekly rent increased 11.5 per cent to $1450 over the March quarter, according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of WA.
The Wickham South Youth Recreation Area project has seen costs increase by $340,000 due to oil supply constraints.
The cricket nets at Windy Ridge Oval are set to be replaced after they were put out of action by cyclone Sean early last year, forcing local teams to travel to Karratha for training.
Exmouth’s resilience and community spirit on full display at the inaugural Our Exmouth: Community Showcase, a celebration of connection and recovery
Exmouth seniors took a walk down memory lane this month as part of the Shire of Exmouth’s Seniors Engagement Program
An action-packed night of hockey unfolded this week at the Bulgarra tennis and hockey courts, with players showcasing their improving skills in front of an enthusiastic crowd.
A national men’s wellbeing organisation focused on building genuine connection and conversation is launching its first gathering in Karratha on June 9.
The Pilbara Kiwis took home the gold over the Pilbara Roos at the Pilbara Rugby League Anzac Challenge and North West Gala Day on May 23.
A homegrown documentary exploring culture, identity and belonging returned to where it all began during Reconciliation Week, with a special screening held in Karratha on May 24 at the Red Earth Arts Precinct
Casual jobs at Newman Aquatic Centre are helping local students work towards high school graduation, with eligible employment hours set to count towards WACE credits
The evaluation of the Karratha expressions of interest process is now complete, with six respondents shortlisted to develop residential and mixed-use properties in the region.
The Karratha Senior High School Class of 2026 marked their final year of secondary schooling on Saturday, 9 May, staging the annual Year 12 School Ball at local venue The Shelf.
The Pilbara’s best male footballers have been shortlisted for this year’s country championships men’s squad.
Laura Newell
Round five of the North Pilbara Football League, held on May 23, produced a weekend of lopsided results, with several teams delivering powerful statements in the league, reserves and women’s competitions.
Wickham Wolves Football Club president Greg Penniment has criticised the recently completed Wickham Oval redevelopment.
South Hedland Police are urgently appealing for public help to locate Maison Charles, who was last seen in the Pilbara town on Saturday night.
Troy de Ruyter
A local marine rescue volunteer is transforming the lives of teenagers in the remote town of Onslow by bridging a crucial gap in youth activities and community connection.
