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Phoebe Solon is a North West reporter for The Kimberley Echo, Broome Advertiser, Pilbara News and North West Telegraph

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Ord Valley Muster Rodeo

Ord Valley Muster PremiumFrontier Helicopters Rodeo

Frontier Helicopters Rodeo has once again proven to be a much-loved drawcard for the Ord Valley Muster, with a sold-out crowd filling the Kununurra Rodeo Grounds on May 16. 

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Community members, Government officials and investment partners gathered for the East Kimberley airport runway extension opening.

Development PremiumKununurra airport expansion completed

The East Kimberley Regional Airport’s multimillion-dollar runway upgrade is complete.

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The Ord Valley Muster’s Cultural Culinary Adventure sold out on both evenings.

Arts PremiumOrd Valley Muster attracts thousands to sold-out events

The 25th annual Boab Metals Ord Valley Muster wrapped after 10 days of sold-out events, reinforcing the festival’s place as one of regional Australia’s biggest celebrations of culture, food, and entertainment.

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Thousands gathered for the final night of the Ord Valley Muster at the Kimberley Moon Experience.

Arts PremiumKimberley Moon Experience closes Ord Valley Muster

The Ord Valley Muster closed out the final night if its 10-day, 25th anniversary celebrations with the Kimberley Moon Experience, drawing hundreds of people to the banks of the Ord River.

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Round 5 of the North Pilbara Football League, held on May 23, produced a weekend of lopsided results, with several teams delivering powerful statements across league, reserves and women’s competitions.

Sport PremiumNPFL round five sees landslide wins

Round five of the North Pilbara Football League, held on May 23, produced a weekend of lopsided results, with several teams delivering powerful statements in the league, reserves and women’s competitions.

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Ear Science Patient Sonny Pilkington and Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service nurse Taffy Nherera.

Health PremiumBHP and ear science expand ear health support in the Pilbara

Improvements in ear health are at the centre of a new funding commitment for specialist medical support in the Pilbara. 

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Action on the track at the Broome Turf Club.

Races PremiumRace season kicks off in Broome

Broome’s racing season kicked off on May 23 as thousands of people poured into the Broome Turf Club for the opening meeting.

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Care for Hedland National Volunteer Week Volunteer Celebration event.

Volunteer week PremiumCare For Hedland’s National Volunteer Week awards night

Volunteers who dedicate countless hours to protecting and improving the Hedland community were recognised during Care For Hedland’s National Volunteer Week awards night

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Robyn Wise of Warlayirti Artists at the Artists Away From Home hub.

Charity PremiumArtists Away From Home hub receives funding boost

A Broome-based creative hub supporting First Nations artists living away from home is set for an upgrade after receiving nearly $430,000 through Lotterywest’s arts and culture infrastructure grant program.

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John Miller at the opening celebration of his new shop named Dampier’s Chest in Broome.

John Miller designs returns home to Broome PremiumJohn Miller’s Broome homecoming

Friends, family and jewellery lovers gathered in Broome to celebrate the official opening of pioneering craftsman John Miller’s new store, welcoming John back after 47 years

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Karratha will once again turn into a hub of community, culture, and creativity to celebrate WA Day on June 27

WA Day Karratha PremiumKarratha hosts free rides and entertainment for WA Day fun

Karratha residents and visitors are being invited to celebrate WA Day with an afternoon and evening of live entertainment, family activities and community spirit at Bulgarra Oval on June 27.

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WA Day celebrations will take place at Spoil Bank Marina in Port Hedland on Sunday, June 14

WA Day Port Hedland and Newman PremiumPilbara hosts free rides and entertainment for WA Day fun

WA Day celebrations are set to light up the Pilbara this June, with free community festivals planned for Newman and Port Hedland featuring free live music and family entertainment

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