Almost 90 homes have been fitted with additional safety and security measures thanks to the Town of Port Hedland’s Home Safety and Security Rebate.

Please be advised of changes to the Town's operations over the festive season period. Operating times vary across facilities and days.

The Town of Port Hedland has extended the public consultation period for its turtle nesting habitat protection measures, allowing the community more time to provide valuable feedback. 

After years of anticipation, the iconic Spoilbank Marina is ready to open, marking a new chapter in Port Hedland's development.

The Town of Port Hedland is creating an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial community group or business to establish a new venture at the former South Hedland Bowls and Tennis Club.

Mark Dacombe will serve as Acting CEO following the resignation of Carl Askew.

Hedland neighbourhoods will be light and bright again as the Town of Port Hedland’s annual Festival Lights competition returns for 2024.

Hedland’s brightest sporting talents were celebrated at the 2024 Town of Port Hedland and BHP Community Sports Awards on Friday night.

Councillor Flo Bennett has officially tendered her resignation as councillor for the Town of Port Hedland, effective from 14 November 2024.

The Town of Port Hedland is proposing restrictions on vehicles and dogs on Hedland beaches to help support the conservation of the endangered flatback turtles. 

Upgrades to the former yacht club site in Port Hedland are set to begin as negotiations with a food and beverage operator to lease the facility are finalised.

The Town of Port Hedland Council will consider how to fast-track progress on delivering a much-needed new pool for Hedland.

In a collaborative effort to protect Hedland’s precious flatback turtles and their hatchlings, the Town is again teaming up with Care for Hedland, Water Corporation and Horizon Power to reduce lighting along the foreshore this breeding season.

An update on the resolution from the Special Council Meeting held on 11 October

Statement from Town of Port Hedland Mayor Peter Carter.

The Town of Port Hedland is supporting a valuable initiative recognising the important work of carers across Hedland during National Carers Week.

Two young people from Hedland were recognised at the recent 2024 WA Youth Awards for their exceptional leadership and commitment to positive community change.

The Town of Port Hedland is playing its part in helping to attract and retain GPs by offering a significant rental reduction on housing.

Fifteen young people from Hedland will head to Dampier on an all-expenses-paid Leadership Camp thanks to an initiative of the Hedland Youth Advisory Council.

Community members are invited to submit nominations for the Community Citizen of the Year Awards...

More than 150 native animals have successfully been relocated from the Kingsford Smith Business Park stage 2 subdivision.

The Town of Port Hedland is saddened to announce the resignation of Chief Executive Officer Carl Askew.

The Town of Port Hedland is proud to announce the launch of its 2025 Shape Your Future program, offering an exciting range of full-time traineeships aimed at providing career pathways for people.

Free Pool Entry for Children Under 12 From Sep 21...

The 2024 Town of Port Hedland and BHP Community Sports Awards provide the perfect opportunity to shine a light on local sports heroes and groups who deserve recognition.

Notice of Public Censure and Public Apology

The annual Indigenous Literacy Day event at South Hedland Library will be a fun and free-flowing morning of activities and community connections as First Nations’ stories, culture, and languages are celebrated.

The Town of Port Hedland is disappointed the WA Government has paved the way for the demolition of the 118-year-old former State school building in McKay Street.

Please be advised of the following changes to the operating times of Town of Port Hedland facilities and services on Monday 12 August 2024.

Hedland’s vibrant and diverse music, arts and culture will be celebrated with two weeks of entertainment, live shows and workshops in August as the Odyssea Music and Arts Journey returns for its second year.