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25.01.2022 My pleasure to join Minister for Mines and Petroleum Bill Johnston MLA in Port Hedland today to officially launch the inaugural Austmine WA METS Digital Mining Export Hub. The virtual hub will enable WA to build export capacity, knowledge and opportunities between regional, remote and metropolitan small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). Todays launch featured the first of a series of outreach activities designed to engage with the 1,700 METS businesses throughout the Stat...e. The virtual hub aims to initially provide services in Port Hedland, Karratha, Newman, Kalgoorlie and Bunbury. METS businesses are a vital part of the resource sector supply chain, and contributed an estimated $27 billion to the WA economy in 2018-19. The WA Government has committed $350,000 and in-kind support worth $50,000, through Invest and Trade WA, to establish this initiative. This is an exciting announcement for mining, equipment, technology and services companies in the Pilbara region. Theres no better time than now to identify new export opportunities for the sector, and use Western Australias digital capability to strengthen our economy. We were joined by Craig Banks (Austmine), Richard Sellers (Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation), Martin Collard (Austmine), Jeff Haworth (Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety), Jennifer Mathews (Commissioner for WA-Indonesia), and Peter Baldwin (Commissioner for WA-India).

25.01.2022 Had a great time at the Karijini Experience ! Great to catch up with the newly elected MP from Tom Price Peter Foster, MLC-elect for Mining & Pastoral Region. Even though the event is over, if you haven't been to Karijini, now is a great time to visit.... Thank you to all the sponsors and not forgetting Sonia Powell and Sylvia Winkler from the Nintirri Centre for putting together this great event and giving us a wonderful time.@[1600831506671146:11809:]

25.01.2022 $818 MILLION PILBARA PIPELINE OF WORK The Premier Mark McGowan has announced the WA Pipeline of Work, including 39 Pilbara projects to the value of $818 million. The Pipeline of Work is a game changer for our local Pilbara businesses who will be able to plan for and win more local contracts on local projects.... It will also give young people the opportunity to get skilled up for jobs they know will be required for future work in their home towns, building a sustainable future for our Pilbara community. Find out more here: www.wa.gov.au/pipeline

24.01.2022 Had a brilliant evening opening the BCI Minerals office in Karratha. It was an honour to represent the Regional Development Minister Alannah MacTierman. The Mardie project located 100 kms from Karratha will be the largest salt operation in Australia, producing 5 million tonnes of salt per annum.... The Mardie project represents a whole new industry for the West Pilbara through the production of sulphate of Potash as a by-product. I would like to thank the Fedral Government for their NAIF funding of $420 Million Dollar loan towards the project and the State Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation who have acted as the lead agency. Congratulations to BCI Chairperson Brian O'Donnell, Managing Director Alwyn Vorster and Head of Corporate Affairs Angela Glover and wishing them all the best in the future.

24.01.2022 Great to be at Port Hedland Primary School yesterday with Sue Ellery the Minister for Education and Training and Minister Stephen Dawson to announce the Solar Installation program for Port Hedland Primary School, Baler Primary School, South Hedland Primary Scholl, Cassia Primary School and Hedland Senior High along with Horizon Power.

23.01.2022 Great to be out in Nickol today with volunteers talking to locals about the $600 electricity credit for Pilbara households, and the Pilbara Recovery Plan.

23.01.2022 The Pilbara Queen Tootsie Daniel Tooty with our Premier Mark McGowan. Thanks to all the Yindjibarndi Elders and my good friend Michael Woodley for working with us to rename the road to Manuwarra Red Dog Highway.

23.01.2022 Stopped at Roebourne on my way to Port Hedland and dropped into the Ieramugadu Cafe for a coffee break. We were served by these two cheerful and courteous young people Dequarne Roberts and Leasha ngatii. I must say I was so happy to see them buzzing around serving people and they do a pretty good cup of coffee. Keep up the good work.

23.01.2022 Had a wonderful evening at the PHCCI Awards in Port Hedland. Congratulations to all nominees and winners. Thanks to Sharon and all sponsors for support and making this a great event.

22.01.2022 A wonderful morning out at Wickham Primary School for Fathers Day breakfast at the Oval. Caught up with Brett Marshall, Program Coordinator from Wickham Primary School and the kids involved in the Robocup challenge. Its amazing to interact and listen to these kids. They are a very interesting group with so much passion for knowledge, Inovation and Technology. Its great to see these kids realise how technology, Inovation and Automation are going to play an important part... of their future and are preparing for the challenge. A very interesting point that the kids passed on to me was that their mums, dads and grandfathers have been sources of inspiration and help along the way. I am very happy to support this competition. Keep up the good work Mr. Marshall these kids have a great future because of your passion and encouragement.

22.01.2022 Have you gone for a drive on the Manuwarra Red Dog Highway yet? Go for a wander out yonder and explore our beautiful inland Pilbara.

22.01.2022 Great to kick off NAIDOC Week 2020 with a celebration at the Red Earth Arts Precinct. This year’s theme ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’ recognises that our state’s extraordinary landscapes - Always Was and Always Will Be - Aboriginal land. NAIDOC Week is a great opportunity to learn about and recognise the incredible contribution of Aboriginal people to our community.... Thank you to Vicinity Centres for hosting the event, to all the stallholders for supporting the event, and to the community members attending to show their support. For more information about NAIDOC Week 2020 visit www.naidoc.org.au

22.01.2022 A brilliant morning in South Hedland Pundulmurra Tafe Campus with Minster for Education and Training The Hon Sue Ellery and the Hon Minister Stephen Dawson. The Architect has been appointed for significant Pilbara project MPS Architects appointed to North Regional TAFEs Pundulmurra campus upgrade Announcement made at the Hedland Careers Expo held at the Pundulmurra campus $22 million construction is expected to commence in January 2022... Local secondary school students, job seekers and career changers set to benefit from the new facilities The Minister for Education and Training, who was in the Pilbara today to open the Hedland Careers Expo 2020, has announced the appointment of MPS Architects for the new $22 million TAFE trades training facility at Pundulmurra campus. The upgrade will expand and consolidate trades training in plant mechanic and engineering trades as well as new commercial cookery training, to the benefit of local secondary students, job seekers and career changers. The planned refurbishment will involve extensive industry consultation to meet local resource sector training requirements. It is part of the McGowan Governments Rebuilding our TAFEs plan, which includes a record $167.4 million investment to fund upgrades to essential infrastructure across Western Australias five TAFE colleges. Todays Expo, organised by Bloodwood Tree Association (Bloodwood), was attended by 44 employers and service providers including BHP, FMG and Programmed, and more than 450 local secondary students. It is an example of the ongoing collaborative relationship between Bloodwood and North Regional TAFE, who also work with Empowering People in Communities (EPIC) to deliver training information and career development services throughout the region.

21.01.2022 Enjoyed a great morning yesterday, at the Court House Gallery in Port Hedland joining the community to celebrate Harmony week with them. Thanks to the organisers, sponsors and all those who played a part in these celebrations and not forgetting the beautiful traditional costumes and dancing.

21.01.2022 PREMIER IN THE PILBARA The Pilbara is the engine of the States economy, and I am proud to work with Premier Mark McGowan to deliver this Recovery Plan to drive strong economic growth in our local economy. The Pilbara Recovery Plan will create local jobs while reinvesting in the communities that have kept the States economy strong, by upgrading schools, roads, housing and community services.... For more information, visit http://inthistogether.wa.gov.au

21.01.2022 Were recruiting for our local agriculture and hospitality businesses in the Pilbara. Our hard border is in place to protect West Australians, however this has placed additional challenges on some of our local agricultural, tourism and hospitality sectors that traditionally rely on interstate and foreign backpackers to fill seasonal jobs. We have launched the Work and Wonder Out Yonder campaign that is targeting young West Australians, encouraging... them to take action now and seize the opportunity to travel and work in regional WA. If you are looking for more staff for your business, or you are looking for work in the Pilbara, find out more at: www.WA.gov.au/workandwander

20.01.2022 Thank you to Karratha & Districts RSL & Social Services Inc, City of Karratha and The Pilbara Regiment - Australian Army for hosting the Remembrance Day Service this morning for the Karratha community. Great to see local schools and community groups represented here to show their support this morning. Due to Parliamentary sitting unfortunately I was unable to attend, thank you to my staff for attending and laying a wreath on my behalf. They shall grow not old, as we that are... left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. Lest we forget.

20.01.2022 Flying in workers from over east for jobs in our resources industry is no longer sustainable. The industry should be employing workers in WA or have east coast ...workers move to WA. Ive always believed that WA workers can get the job done. Thats why my Government has delivered new policies and laws to put WA jobs first, and its why Ive called on our resource companies to make this important change. It will mean more Western Australians will be employed in our resources industry and more of its benefits staying in WA. And as someone who relocated to WA when I was in the Navy, I can promise this to anyone who moves here: you wont regret it. I congratulate BHP on this decision, its good news for Western Australians and will result in a great outcome for our State. You can read the article in the graphic here: https://thewest.com.au//mining-giant-bhp-puts-west-austral

19.01.2022 Great to catch up with the team at Marlpa Waste Logistics to see the fantastic work they are doing in the Karratha community. They are a locally run, Aboriginal owned and operated waste reduction company constantly aspiring to improve our environment, limit landfill and expand into new recycling opportunities. The team discussed with me about their Organic Resource Recovery Facility. This project will help provide green waste services locally and to remote Aboriginal communit...ies, and utilising the organic waste for further commercial opportunities. The project is being made possible through a $57,000 Regional Economic Development grant from the McGowan Government. I am always looking forward to seeing how Marlpa will continue to innovate waste reduction across the Pilbara in the future. Keep up the great work!

19.01.2022 Great to catch up with Dan and the team at North West Brewing Co a fantastic local business brewing beer in the Pilbara. The company is on the verge of taking a whole new leap through the packaging and distribution of their iconic local brews throughout the Pilbara, and even planning to distribute throughout Western Australia. NWBC are already delivering cans to the Karijini Experience and to events around town.... I am proud to support Dan, Jack and the North West Brewing Co team, and that’s why the McGowan Government delivered a $185,000 Regional Economic Development Grant in 2019 to get the brewery up and going. The can design looks fantastic, and the beer is even better make sure you pick up a four-pack when you see it on shelves and support local Pilbara businesses.

19.01.2022 Premier Mark McGowan with an important COVID-19 update:

18.01.2022 Its been one week since we officially re-named Karratha-Tom Price Road in the Pilbara as Manuwarra Red Dog Highway. Manuwarra translates to heaps or masses... and is the Yindjibarndi name for the place known as Red Dog Gorge, which is located inside the Millstream Chichester National Park. Red Dog refers to the famous kelpie who is well known for his travels throughout the Pilbara region in the 1970s and was immortalised in the 2011 film. Weve just finished sealing 48 kilometres of the road that will improve safety and slash travel times for the mining and transport industry as well as tourists heading to the popular Millstream Chichester National Park and Karijini National Park. Stage 4 of the sealing project will commence in 2022. See more from the re-naming event in the video below!

18.01.2022 Apply now for the Value Add Investment Grants Last month Premier Mark McGowan, Minister MacTiernan and Minister Tinley announced a $40 million package to grow WAs food industries as part of the WA Recovery Plan. Applications close 5.00pm (AWST) Friday, 9 October 2020 https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/VAIGrants... Read full media statement here: https://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au//Food-industry-plan-

18.01.2022 It was an honour and privilege to host the Federal opposition Leader and Leader of the Australian Labor Party, the Hon Anthony Albanese along with Madeleine King MP and Shadow Minister for Resources and Senator Sue Lines Deputy President of the Senate. It was great to hear the Opposition Leader talk about new industry in the Pilbara like Renewable Energy, Hydrogen and Upstream manufacturing in WA. I would like to thank everyone for coming and making him welcome and make the event a great success.

18.01.2022 Only an hour and a half to vote - find your local booth at votewa.com.au ! Great to catch up with volunteers and supporters at Millars Well, Roebourne, Karratha Primary School and Hedland booths.

18.01.2022 It was an honour to take the American Consul General David J. Gainer around Karratha and show him what a great place the Pilbara is and how the mining and resources sector has coped during Covid 19. Thanks for hosting a sundowner for our local businesses and for your interest in the Pilbara.

18.01.2022 ROCK ART VIEWING PLATFORM OFFICIALLY OPEN A fantastic morning at Murujuga to officially open the Ngajarli Art Viewing Project, a new all-inclusive precinct to allow visitors to learn about the plants, animals, objects, cultural history, and events that are recorded on the rock art across Murujuga. The event also formally celebrated UNESCOs acceptance of the Murujuga Cultural Landscape onto Australias World Heritage Tentative List. ... The art viewing platform is welded and constructed in such a way to allow visitors to view the rock art closer than ever before, while showing respect to the approximately 40,000 year old art at Ngajarli. Thank you to Minister for the Environment Stephen Dawson MLC and Mr Lawrence Kerr on behalf of the Murujuga Circle of Elders for officially opening this project to the public. Congratulations to the Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation, the Murujuga Circle of Elders, MAC CEO Peter Jefferies, Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia, all MAC members and stakeholders involved with this truly historic project.

18.01.2022 It’s an honour to have been re-elected as the Member for Pilbara. Thank you to local residents and businesses in Hedland, Karratha, Newman, Marble Bar, Nullagine, Jigalong and all communities across the Pilbara for your support. Thank you to my team of volunteers and supporters who put in a lot of hard work over the past few months across the Pilbara during this long campaign.... I will never give up on fighting for our community. I will continue to be your strong local voice on the McGowan Labor Team and deliver our Plan for the Pilbara.

17.01.2022 Brilliant weekend in South Hedland watching the Rovers and Swans play and then off to the Phillipino basketball tournament and thanks to Kelly Howlett and Peter Pope and my wife for coming out with me to do a bit off door knocking in the South Hedland. Thanks for your support guys.

17.01.2022 Our Government has made TAFE a priority. We reduced TAFE fees for 34 high priority courses by up to 50% from the start of this year. Our decision to make TAFE m...ore affordable has resulted in an additional 4,600 local students enrolling in those courses an increase of over 20%. Its particularly encouraging to see that slashing fees on these courses has been especially popular with younger students, with just under half of all enrolments undertaken by students aged 24 or under. In July this year, as part of the WA Recovery Plan, we announced fees for an additional 39 TAFE courses would be reduced by up to 72 per cent. As a result, we expect even more Western Australians to enrol in our TAFEs. TAFE is an important part of WAs recovery from COVID-19. Our training-led approach will prepare Western Australians to get back into jobs. And it will help to meet the economys immediate workforce needs following the impacts of the pandemic.

17.01.2022 The McGowan Government is keeping WA safe and strong.

17.01.2022 Thanks to The Department of Jobs, Toursim, Science and Inovation (JTSI) for arranging the WA Industry Link Communications Forum in Karratha yesterday. This event is an example of the State Governements desire to support regional development through an ongoing understanding of the aspirations of regional stakeholders and business and to offer support in realising contracting opportunities. The key objective of the forum is to provide businesses with the opportunity to present... your views on the policies and processes which aim to assist Pilbara businesses in the $27 Billion per annum State Government market place. These forums will be regular event and their captured outcomes being reported to the Premier Mark McGowan and Cabinet, so this is a particularly important time to capture your contribution. The improved Buy Local Policy will help stimulate the regional economy and is expected to create thousands of Jobs for Western Australians. The policy will make it easier for WA businesses particularly regional SMEs, when bidding for government contracts from the State Governements annual $27 Billion spend on goods, services and Works. The revised policy complements the successful implementation of the WA Jobs act and the Western Australian Industry Participation Strategy in creating local jobs and boosting the states economy. The Premier recently released three new rounds from the Local Capability Fund to help COVID - affected businesses, The Local Capability Fund is designed to assist local businesses improve their capability and competitiveness to supply goods, services and works on government and major projects. I want to thank Lewis Mavrantonis and his team from JTSI and all speakers and agencies that attended and took part at forum. JTSI will be holding this forum in Port Hedland this evening from 4.30pm to 7pm at IBIS Styles and I encourage all businesses to please attend and learn how their businesses can improve their contracting opportunities, capability and competitiveness to supply goods, services and works to Governement and major projects.

17.01.2022 MANUWARRA RED DOG HIGHWAY STAGE THREE COMPLETE On Wednesday, I joined Premier Mark McGowan and Minister for Transport Rita Saffioti MLA in officially renaming the Karratha-Tom Price Road to the Manuwarra Red Dog Highway, and opened Stage 3 of the road to the Pilbara community. Construction and sealing of this 48km section of road created more than 100 jobs, and will reduce travel times, improve road safety and open up tourism to Millstream Chichester National Park and Karijin...i National Park. Now that Stage 3 is complete, I am looking forward to working with the McGowan Government to deliver Stage 4 of this project that the Pilbara community has wanted for decades. Its time to #WanderoutYonder on the Manuwarra Red Dog Highway! Thank you to all of the stakeholders and contractors involved in working on this fantastic project: all of the traditional owners and groups that were consulted; Michael Woodley and Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation; Andrew and his fantastic team at Main Roads Western Australia; the project team at MACA for delivering the project successfully; Pilbara Traffic Management for their hard work; City of Karratha and the Shire of Ashburton. Photo credit to Pilbara SITE PICS - Marg Bertling Photographer!

16.01.2022 Thank you to all of the local Pilbara residents who have raised their concerns about Australia Post to me - I have heard about long delays and even parcels going missing. If you have any concerns about letters or parcels currently in transit, please contact Australia Post at your discretion. As this is a federal issue, please take up any concerns about the Australian postal service system to the Minister of Communications, The Hon Paul Fletcher MP who can be contacted on 02 6...277 7480 or [email protected] . I need your help to call on Australia Post to step up and address the concerns of local Pilbara residents, and ensure our postal service gets back on track - sign the petition here: kevinmichel.com.au/auspost Attached is my letter that I sent to the Minister.

16.01.2022 ROEBOURNE COMMUNITY INVITED TO HELP DESIGN SCHOOL The McGowan Government is committing $42 million to redevelop Roebourne District High School. Please contact the team at the Pilbara Regional Education Office on 9185 0111 if you would like to attend the sessions below.

15.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day. Its a reminder to start a conversation using those words with anyone - it could be a friend, a family member, someone who you work with, or even a stranger. Its a conversation starter that could change a life. 2020 has been a very tough and challenging year for all Australians, so it is important now more than ever to reach out and support the people around you. You can find resources on how to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not O...K at the R U OK website: www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask Show your support for this initiative and ask the people around you - R U OK? #RUOKDay #theresmoretosay

15.01.2022 The McGowan Governments draft Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Bill 2020 is now open for public consultation. The Bill seeks to empower Aboriginal voices, protect and respect Aboriginal heritage and support better decision making while addressing the shortcomings of the antiquated Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972. This draft legislation is the result of extensive consultation over more than two years with Aboriginal people, industry and stakeholders across the State.... For more information, visit www.dplh.wa.gov.au/aha-review

14.01.2022 Want to learn more about State Parliament? Demystifying Democracy is a free community seminar run by the Parliamentary Education Office about the Parliament of Western Australia and the opportunities to get your voice heard. I would love to see you there!

14.01.2022 I welcome BHP’s announcement that it will lower community fares on Alliance Airlines flights between Newman and Port Hedland. One-way fares will decrease to $299 on Perth-Port Hedland services via Alliance Airlines, and Perth-Newman routes. This announcement comes off the back of our $24.4 million commitment to assist aviation industry recovery from COVID-19.... It will allow more people to see our State and create more opportunities for tourism and local jobs.

14.01.2022 Western Australia has led the nation in our response to COVID-19. While we are seeing strong signs that WA is moving faster than expected, we know that some fam...ilies need some extra support as they get back on their feet. For households experiencing financial hardship as a result of the pandemic, were extending the moratorium on residential water and electricity disconnections, ensuring no family will have their water or power cut off if they cannot pay their bills. This is in addition to our $402 million commitment to freeze household fees and charges until at least July 1, 2021. Western Australians have done a remarkable job in responding to the pandemic. But were not out of the woods yet, and these important support measures will help ensure Western Australia is in a position to recover stronger than ever.

13.01.2022 I am excited to officially welcome PROK to the Pilbara community with the opening of their new specialist conveyor engineering facility here in Newman. PROK is one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of conveyor equipment in the world, and has a 130 year history of providing quality conveyor equipment. PROK will operate a world-class workshop fully equipped for pulley refurbishment, fabrication and fitting services in Newman.... The opening of PROK is a major milestone for the company, and also a huge benefit for the local Newman community. The workshop will create local jobs and training opportunities for Pilbara locals. PROK Pilbara will also focus on being a positive contributor to the local Pilbara community through providing support to local community and sporting groups. I look forward to working with PROK to create more local jobs for our local Pilbara communities, and I wish them congratulations on their recent opening.

13.01.2022 Karratha Emergency Services OPEN DAY This Saturday 5th September from 8am to 12noon. Hillview Road, Karratha. #ProudlySupportingOurEmergencyServices

12.01.2022 Attended the Newman Business Awards last night and had a brilliant time. Congratulations to all nominees and winners. Its great to see such a strong turn out of businesses and support for local businesses. Thanks to the Newman Chambers of Commerce and Industry for putting on such a great show. Also thanks to BHP and all sponsors for supporting this event and making it a great success.

12.01.2022 Happy 60th Birthday Kevin! From the Pilbara Electorate Office

12.01.2022 In the last few weeks, we've seen some really positive news out of Victoria about their battle against COVID-19 - with the State now recording zero new cases fo...r 11 days in a row. It's an absolutely incredible achievement, but particularly so in the context of other countries around the world, which are now seeing severe second wave outbreaks. Worldwide, well over 500,000 new cases of COVID-19 are now being reported daily - a rate higher than at any other point during the pandemic. It just isn't slowing down. A range of countries are now reimposing extremely strict restrictions - including full lockdowns - to try to get it under control - but in the meantime cases and deaths are growing rapidly. The good news we've recently heard about potential vaccines is welcome, but even in the best case scenario there is still a long way to go before they will be able to curtail the virus. Here in Australia we're continuing to register significant case numbers in hotel quarantine. It's been an important reminder of why we need to keep working hard to ensure that our quarantine systems are effective at containing the virus. With so many restrictions eased, just one case entering our community could be devastating, so we need Western Australians to continue to do their bit to keep the virus at bay. That means exercising good hygiene, keeping a distance from others where possible, staying home if you're sick and getting tested if you have symptoms. Together we can keep COVID-19 out of our community, and keep WA safe and strong.

12.01.2022 I have an important update in Western Australia’s legal fight with Clive Palmer: We have had another significant victory in court today and it is an important... step in killing off Mr Palmer’s $30 billion claim against WA taxpayers. As I’m sure you know, as well as trying to tear down the WA border against health advice, that have protected Western Australians from COVID-19, Mr Palmer was also trying to take $30 billion from our State. This is related to one of Mr Palmer’s iron ore projects in the Pilbara which he chose not to proceed with. If Mr Palmer was successful in his unprecedented and outrageous $30 billion claim, it would bankrupt our State. It would leave us in a dire situation. That’s why my Government introduced urgent legislation into the State Parliament. To protect all Western Australians, Mr Palmer had to be stopped. Predictably, he launched legal action against our legislation to try and continue his $30 billion claim. Today, the WA Government had a major win in the Supreme Court of Queensland which has removed a key component of Mr Palmer’s claim. This is another victory for all Western Australians. It follows our emphatic victory in the High Court against Mr Palmer’s attempts to tear down the hard border. Today’s decision once again vindicates our decision to take on Clive Palmer. I will always fight to protect Western Australians and keep our State safe and strong.

12.01.2022 UPGRADES FOR LOCAL FIREFIGHTERS Joined Minister for Emergency Services; Corrective Services the Hon. Fran Logan and Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner and Darren Klemm AFSM in Karratha, Newman and Hedland to handover 3.4 tankers to our local fire services. Great to catch up with local VFRS, BFB, MR and SES volunteers across the Pilbara and announce nearly $1 million for upgrades at the Karratha and South Hedland Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service Station. Always great to... catch up with the fantastic team at Volunteer Marine Rescue in Hedland. Great also to catch up with local Adult Community Corrections and Youth Justice Services in Hedland, Karratha and Newman who are doing a fantastic job serving the Pilbara community. Our Pilbara community is proud of our local VFRS, BFB, MR and SES volunteer heroes. Keep up the great work you do.

11.01.2022 Please donate if you can. Thinking of all those households and businesses affected.

11.01.2022 Great opportunity to network with business in the Hedland Community and keep informed as to updates affecting business in the Pilbara region.

11.01.2022 Last festival of the season in Newman today and it was a great time. Fantastic to hear about all of the local support for Premier Mark McGowan and the WA Labor team keeping WA safe and strong through the COVID crisis. Great to talk to the community about the Pilbara Recovery Plan launched earlier this week, and a lot of excitement around the construction of the new hospital. Thank you to Pilbara Party Hire and all of the volunteers for organising the festivals successfully across the Pilbara. Thank you also to all the volunteers for supporting me this weekend.

10.01.2022 We’ve just released SafeWA, a free app which will provide businesses with a digital COVID-19 contact register system. SafeWA is endorsed by the Department of He...alth and includes key features such as unique QR codes for venues which patrons can scan to register their attendance. Data will be encrypted at the point of capture, stored securely and only be accessible by authorised Department of Health contact tracing personnel, should COVID-19 contact tracing be necessary. The app is being provided as a free, easy, contactless solution. A paper-based register system will also be available. To learn more and download the app visit safewa.health.wa.gov.au.

09.01.2022 Im running a stall tonight and from 11am to 8pm tomorrow at the Newman Fun Fair, come down and say hi! Its the last festival of the season so lets make it a big one!

09.01.2022 Last time I was in the Pilbara I stopped by to see the new Road Train Assembly area near Karratha. Construction on the $7 million facility, adjacent to Madigan ...Road and North West Coastal Highway, was completed in August this year. The new area is fully sealed and can accommodate up to 30 road trains at one time. It was nice to have a chat to Tony when I stopped by!

08.01.2022 Great to be a part of the Demystifying Democracy and Parliament seminar at the Red Earth Arts Precinct last night run by the State Parliamentary Education Office. Had an engaging and insightful discussion with local community members about what my role as a Member of Parliament is like, discussed how Parliament works and the power of citizens involvement.

07.01.2022 Joined Head Space yesterday morning at the R U OK community walk to the top of the Yaburara hill.

07.01.2022 It was an honour to host and welcome the Honorary Philippine Consulate Ms Atty. Virma Symons and her Team to Parliament House of Western Australia. We had some great discussions on Trades, commerce, Industry, Sports and employment. The Speaker of the house welcomed the Philippine Consulate Ms Atty Virma Symons to the chambers and was received with an ovation from all members of the Leglastive Assembly present.... The Philippine Consulate also had the pleasure to be present for Question Time and hear the Member For Pilbara ask the Minister For Transport a question.

07.01.2022 SPOILBANK MARINA TENDER NOW OPEN The tender for bulk earthworks for the multi-million dollar Spoilbank Marina in Port Hedland is now open. The successful tenderer will be tasked with excavating the marina basin, selected breakwaters and revetments for this significant stage of the project. Works are expected to begin in January 2021.... This is a major step in the McGowan Governments delivery of this long-awaited project for the Port Hedland community. It is also fantastic to see more than 80 businesses with a Pilbara presence express their interest in working on the project - this will help to ensure local business has the best possible chance at securing work from the project.

06.01.2022 Do you have a project to help more local people get active and involved in community sport? Applications for $5,000 TPP grants are now open and itd be great to see our local sporting clubs apply for funds. Get in quick as applications close 28 September 2020. For more info visit www.dlgsc.wa.gov.au//sport-/targeted-participation-program... #DeliveringForThePilbara

06.01.2022 It was an honour to attend the Whim Creek Memorial Service and pay my respects to the heros of the Lockyer family who served our country in WW2. I would also like to pay my respects to all the fallen service women and men of our country. We will remember them.

06.01.2022 It was an honour and privilege to advocate and attend the Pilbara Aboriginal Health Alliance (PAHA). This was made possible by the 3 Health Services PAMS,Wirraka Maya and Mawankarra working together everyday to achieve better health outcomes for the most vulnerable people in our community, for Aboriginal men, women, children and families. The establishment of PAHA represents a new frontier in advocacy for Aboriginal health in our region.... I’am proud that the McGowan State Government supported the establishment of the PAHA through a Lotterywest Grant.

06.01.2022 Following community feedback, the McGowan Government has established a review into temporary road signage in regional Western Australia. We want to hear your feedback and your experience. Local community information sessions are happening across the state or you can complete the online survey. Find out more here: https://www.mysaytransport.wa.gov.au/regional-roadworks-sig The following workshops will be held in the Pilbara:... Newman 11am-1pm 10/05/21 Newman House Port Hedland 11am-1pm 11/05/21 Jimblebar Function Room, Wanangkura Stadium, South Hedland Karratha 5pm-7pm 11/05/21 Welcome Lotteries House Keep an eye on the website for upcoming registration details.

06.01.2022 Information sessions for the Container Deposit Scheme will be held on Friday 28th August in Port Hedland at Wanangkura Stadium for the Hedland community to learn how you can get involved in Containers for Change. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/containers-for-change-wa-26 https://containersforchangewa.eventbrite.com.au/ Containers for Change WA... Care For Hedland Environmental Association See more

02.01.2022 Great to meet and get to know the team working on the redevelopment design for Roebourne District High School. Fantastic to see community engagement with Roebourne locals to hear their ideas about what they would like to see in the new school. The McGowan Government has committed $42 million to redevelop Roebourne District High School.

02.01.2022 Had a great time yesterday celebrating Thai New year with all my Thai friends and rest of the Community in Karratha. Wishing all A Happy Thai New Year and Gods blessings for Good Health and Happiness.

01.01.2022 Had a great time last night celebrating Thai New year with all my Thai friends, The Mayor Of The Town Of Port Hedland Peter Carter and rest of the Community in Port Hedland. Wishing all A Happy Thai New Year and Gods blessings for Good Health and Happiness.