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Large Community Grants applications are open
Applications for the latest round of the City of Karratha’s Large Community Grant Scheme are open.
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City of Karratha and Rio Tinto to redevelop Wickham Oval
The City of Karratha and Rio Tinto have partnered to deliver major upgrades to Wickham Oval.
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Community Sports Award nominations are open
Nominations for the City of Karratha Community Sports Awards are now open.
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Halloween fun for the whole family at The Quarter
The Quarter will transform into a spooky wonderland for families and friends when the City of Karratha hosts its Halloween Spooktacular.
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City housing project recognised by Urban Development Institute of Australia WA
The City of Karratha has been recognised for its efforts to deliver housing solutions in Karratha.
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Wickham South Park youth recreation concept to proceed to detailed design
A concept design that would bolster youth recreation facilities in Wickham will now move to detailed design.
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City of Karratha adopts 10-year plan to deliver next generation of community facilities
The City of Karratha has adopted its Community Infrastructure Plan 2025–2035.
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Masterplan underway to shape future of Richardson Way site
The City of Karratha is to develop a Richardson Way Site masterplan, which includes the proposal for a new fenced off-lead dog exercise area and bike park.
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City to investigate divestment of The Quarter
A business case will be developed for council to consider selling the Quarter HQ.
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Orwell’s 1984 brings powerful theatre to Karratha stage
The City of Karratha to host critically acclaimed stage adaptation of George Orwell’s 1984, bringing a tense, high-impact theatre to local audiences.
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Dreams of a Lonely Planet lands in Karratha for one magical night
An award-winning production is set to touch down at the Red Earth Arts Precinct this September, offering families an unforgettable evening of imagination and storytelling.
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Karratha locals called to nominate and make their voice count this Local Government Election
The City of Karratha is calling on residents to get prepared for the upcoming Local Government Elections.
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Poster of cyclone clean up 'get ready'
The City of Karratha’s annual pre-cyclone verge collection returns in September
From 22 September, pre-cyclone season verge side collection will be conducted in a staggered approach across our five towns over three weeks.
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Plan to Boost Housing Stock with 116 Apartments endorsed by Council
A development to deliver 116 apartments in Karratha has been endorsed by Council.
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Cossack Art Awards People’s Choice and Children’s Art Awards winners announced
Christine Blowfield’s stunning depiction of the Pilbara landscape has taken out the Cossack Art Awards People’s Choice crown.
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