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    Pilbara - Wikipedia

    • The Pilbara is a large, dry, thinly populated region in the north of Western Australia. It is known for its Aboriginal peoples; its ancient landscapes; the red earth; and its vast mineral deposits, in particular iron ore. It is also a global biodiversity hotspot for subterranean fauna. See more

    Geography

    The Pilbara region, as defined by the Regional Development Commissions Act 1993 and administered for … See more

    Local government

    The Pilbara region, under the Pilbara Development Commission, contains four local government areas:
    Ashburton – Shire of Ashburton East Pilbara – Shire of East Pilbara Karratha – City of Karr… See more

    Map of Pilbara Towns
    LGA(s)Shire of Ashburton · Shire of East Pilbara · City of Karratha · Town of Port Hedland
    State electorate(s)Kimberley · Pilbara
    Federal division(s)Durack
    Etymology

    The Pilbara Aboriginal Language Centre Wangka Maya says that the name for the Pilbara region derives from the Aboriginal word bilybara, meaning "dry" in the Nyamal and Banyjima languages.
    Alternativel… See more

    History

    Radiocarbon dating estimates in evidence show that rock art and standing stones at Murujuga in the Dampier Archipelago, Australia's earliest known stone structures, believably dating from 6046 to 5338 BC, are of cont… See more

    Aboriginal peoples

    The Aboriginal population of the Pilbara considerably predates, by 30–40,000 years, the European colonisation of the region. Archaeological evidence indicates that people were living in the Pilbara even during the … See more

    Climate

    The climate of the Pilbara is arid and tropical. It experiences high temperatures and low irregular rainfall that follows the summer cyclones. During the summer months, maximum temperatures exceed 32 °C (90 °F) almost … See more

    Economy

    The area is known for its petroleum, natural gas and iron ore deposits, which contribute significantly to Australia's economy. Other than mining, pastoral activities as well as fishing and tourism are the main industries.
    The Pilbara… See more

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  1. The Pilbara has four local government areas - the City of Karratha, Shires of Ashburton and East Pilbara and the Town of Port Hedland. The major towns of the region are Port Hedland and Karratha. Other towns are Roebourne, Dampier, Onslow, Pannawonica, Paraburdoo, Tom Price, Wickham, Newman, Marble Bar and Nullagine.

    The Pilbara | RDA Pilbara

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    The Pilbara region, under the Pilbara Development Commission, contains four local government areas Ashburton – Shire of Ashburton East Pilbara – Shire of East Pilbara Karratha – City of Karratha Port Hedland – Town of Port Hedland

    Pilbara - Wikipedia

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    Discover Australia’s Northwest with an adventure to the Pilbara. The main towns to explore within the Pilbara region are Onslow, Point Samson Peninsula, Dampier, Karratha and Port Hedland.

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    It's main town sites are Newman, Marble Bar and Nullagine, with a number of Aboriginal Communities namely Jigalong, Punmu and Parngurr, lrrungadgi and Parnpajina.

    About the Pilbara - Pilbara Country

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    What is the Pilbara known for?
    The Pilbara (/plbr/) is a huge, dry, sparsely populated region in northwestern Western Australia. It is famous for its Aboriginal peoples, ancient landscapes, red dirt, and large mineral resources, especially iron ore. It is also a subterranean wildlife biodiversity hotspot on a worldwide scale.

    Towns And Cities in Pilbara - Western Australia, Australia

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    Where is the Pilbara region?
    Image credit: Nick Rains The Pilbara region in north-western WA reaches from a coast harbouring ancient art across an ochre-red inland cut by gorges and waterfalls. At first it’s hard to see the images Geoffrey Togo is pointing out in the landscape.

    Welcome to the Pilbara - Australian Geographic

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    How many towns are in the Shire of East Pilbara?
    There are three towns in the Shire of East Pilbara, Newman, Marble Bar and Nullagine. Each of our towns offers something unique for the traveller, therefore we do encourage you to consider driving the Marble Bar Road which links the three towns.

    Our Towns » Shire of East Pilbara

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    What is the Pilbara area of Western Australia known for?
    The Pilbara area of Western Australia is a monument to the vast and rugged beauty that characterizes this part of the planet. The Pilbara, which covers an area of around 500,000 square kilometers, is known for its dramatic landscapes, rich mineral deposits, and unique flora and fauna.

    Towns And Cities in Pilbara - Western Australia, Australia

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    What is the Pilbara National Park?
    One of the largest regions in Western Australia, the Pilbara covers 507,896 square kilometres of unique and breathtaking natural landscape. The region offers an abundance of rugged gorges, secluded waterfalls and isolated rivers and billabongs within its three national parks; Millstream-Chichester, Karlamilyi and Karijini.

    About the Pilbara - Pilbara Country

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    What to do in the Pilbara region?
    Explore the Pilbara region on a small group tour. The 14-day Pilbara and West Coast Expedition from Broome to Perth takes in the heart of the Pilbara before heading south along the Coral Coast, stopping at gems such as Exmouth, Ningaloo Reef, Shark Bay, The Pinnacles (right) and more.

    Welcome to the Pilbara - Australian Geographic

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  3. Australia's North West
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    Pilbara Region: Itineraries & Visitor Info | Australia's North West

  4. Shire of East Pilbara
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    Our Towns » Shire of East Pilbara

    There are three towns in the Shire of East Pilbara, Newman, Marble Bar and Nullagine. Each of our towns offers something unique for the traveller, therefore we do encourage you to consider driving the Marble Bar Road which links the …

  5. Australian Geographic
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    Welcome to the Pilbara - Australian Geographic

  6. Pilbara Country
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    About the Pilbara - Pilbara Country

  7. Pilbara Development Commission
    https://www.pdc.wa.gov.au/our-region/visit-the-pilbara.aspx

    Visit the Pilbara » Pilbara Development Commission

  8. townsvillages.com
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    Towns And Cities in Pilbara - Western Australia, Australia

  9. Australian Traveller
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    Pilbara Guide & Holiday Information - Australian Traveller

    Discover Australia’s Northwest with an adventure to the Pilbara. The main towns to explore within the Pilbara region are Onslow, Point Samson Peninsula, Dampier, Karratha and Port Hedland.

  10. Western Australian Visitor Information Centre
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    Pilbara - WA Visitor Centre

  11. wikivoyage.org
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    Pilbara – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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