The Pilbara (/ ˈpɪlbərə /) is a large, dry, sparsely populated region in the north of Western Australia. It is known for its Aboriginal people; its ancient landscapes; the prevailing red earth; and its vast mineral deposits, in particular iron ore. It is also a global biodiversity hotspot for subterranean fauna. [1]

Jan 22, 2025 · Pilbara, region of northwestern Western Australia, extending south from the De Grey River to the Ashburton River and as far as 450 miles (720 km) inland. It occupies an area of about 197,000 square miles (510,000 square km) and …

Jan 27, 2022 · In recent years, science has confirmed what Aboriginal Australians, the world's oldest continuous living culture, always knew: the Pilbara region of Western Australia is among the oldest places...

The Pilbara region in WA has some of the world’s most stunning ancient natural landscapes, dating back 3.5 -4.3 billion years. Plan your adventure »

The Pilbara Coast is the coastline of Western Australia's Pilbara region. It is often referred to as the North West Coast of Western Australia. It is a complex array of river mouths, [1] ports, [2] peninsulas, and islands. [3]

Jun 14, 2021 · 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.

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.

The Pilbara (/ ˈpɪlbərə /) is a large, dry, sparsely populated region in the north of Western Australia. It is known for its Aboriginal people; its ancient landscapes; the prevailing red earth; and its vast mineral deposits, in particular iron ore. It is also a global biodiversity hotspot for subterranean fauna.

Aug 14, 2023 · The Pilbara is recognised as one of Australia’s biodiversity hotspots, and is an area of high conservation value with a largely intact ecosystem that can be protected, and potentially enhanced, through focused and directed land management.

2 days ago · While the Pilbara region, a desert, is sparsely populated, it is Australia’s mining heartland and home to major iron ore mines operated by Rio Tinto, Fortescue and BHP. A key port in the region ...