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The Pilbara Development Commission is a progressive, strategically focused and effective leader in the social and economic development of the Pilbara. It works successfully to inform, partner with and advocate for Pilbara communities in relation to regional priorities in accordance with the expectations of its stakeholders.
The Pilbara Development Commission aims to make a significant impact on a wide range of development issues across the Pilbara. The projects and issues on which the Commission works are diverse and reflect community needs and aspirations. The Commission's underpinning philosophy is to add value through input of funds and staff resources into projects that benefit the Pilbara.
LATEST NEWS
State Government calls for developers to transform the Pilbara (05/02/10)
As a part of the State Government's 'Pilbara Cities' initiative, major developers across Australia are being invited to participate in the revitalisation of South Hedland. more...
Agreement signed for $42million Newman project (04/02/10)
A 10-hectare site in Newman would be developed as residential and short-term tourism accommodation following the signing of a State Government agreement in Newman today. more...
Work starts on Onslow complex (03/02/10)
Construction of the new $10.9million Onslow Sporting and Mutli Purpose Complex and Precinct started today with the turning of the first sod by Regional Development and Lands Minister Brendon Grylls. more...
Community urged to comment on future of Newman (01/02/10)
Lands Minister Brendon Grylls today encouraged all Newman residents to have their say on the proposed plans for the revitalisation of Newman, by participating in a major interactive workshop on Tuesday, February 9. more...
Local indigenous groups benefit from Karratha land release (28/01/10)
Lands Minister Brendon Grylls today presented titles for almost $7million worth of land in Karratha to the Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation, saying it was a major win for local indigenous groups and the town of Karratha. more...
Private sector joins Government in delivering "Pilbara Cities'vision (28/01/10)
Lands Minister Brendon Grylls today announced two exciting private sector initiatives aimed at revitalising South Hedland. more...
$65million to secure power supply for Pilbara Communities (28/01/10)
The State Government will provide a further $65million to secure the power supply for the coastal communities of Karratha, Roebourne, South Hedland and Onslow as part of the Royalties for Regions Pilbara Revitalisation Plan. more...
High tech equipment arrives in the Pilbara (28/01/10)
Hospitals across the Pilbara have taken delivery of new medical equipment, including a foetal heart monitor, to significantly improve patient care and comfort. more...
Call for EOI for new business venture on pastoral land (18/01/10)
The State Government has invited expressions of interest (EOIs) from pastoral land lessees to identify new business ventures that can be undertaken on existing pastoral leases or as new land tenure types. more...
Housing & Land Snapshot Reports (18/01/10)
The 2009 December Quarter Housing & Land Snapshot Reports for Port & South Hedland, Karratha and Newman are now available to download in the Publications section of the website. To join the mailing list to receive updates when new reports become available email adam.jones@pdc.wa.gov.au.
CT Scanner at Karratha (14/01/10)
A new state-of-the-art computed tomography (CT) scanner installed at Nickol Bay Hospital is already benefiting patients in Karratha and the West Pilbara by reducing the need to travel to Port Hedland or Perth for scans. more...
Media Response - Pilbara Cities (08/01/10)
Questions asked by: Pilbara Times. Subject: Pilbara Cities. more...
PDC E-Newsletter
The latest issue of the Commission's e-newsletter is now available. more...
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