Wednesday 31 July: Welcome to Planet (Port) Hedland

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Today we are on the lands of the Kariyarra, Ngarla, and Njamal people.

Before leaving Karratha, Gayle went to the Red Earth Arts Precinct to look at an exhibition called 'Kindle", showing works of Indigenous artists.


The works of Clinton Walker resonate with the landscape.

Kangaroo; Land and Sea Cushion by Jasmine Ihanimo


Driving towards Port Hedland is quite surreal. Coming out of the flat, red-earth landscape we come upon machinery, road interchanges, huge trains, cranes and everywhere there are trucks. According to the Town of Port Hedland, it is the world's largest bulk exporting port, particularly of iron ore.


We even passed a sign pointing to Rio Tinto Salt, which is marketed as Dampier Salt.


Long trains are a constant sight


The beach next to the caravan park

The tidal flats are huge, and the tide is already halfway in.


White-breasted Woodswallow


In response to the requests we have had to show a picture of Chops being minded in the Coral Bay Tour shop, Chops has provided this image. He said, "I didn't mind staying in the shop. It was quite interesting listening in behind the counter. 
I got a few treats and I don't really like boats."


    1. Lyn1 August 2024 at 09:45

      The aboriginal art is exquisite. Steven would be interested in it I imagine.
      Not so inspiring to see the detritus of mining claiming the landscape. Good to hear from Chops . Such a reliable narrator. Did you get your birthday. cupcake. Jeffrey? 

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    2. Adam1 August 2024 at 20:22

      Those trains are an oresome sight!

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    3. Lyn1 August 2024 at 21:16

      Very good Adam

    Location: Port Hedland WA 6721, Australia

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    1. Lyn1 August 2024 at 09:45

      The aboriginal art is exquisite. Steven would be interested in it I imagine.
      Not so inspiring to see the detritus of mining claiming the landscape. Good to hear from Chops . Such a reliable narrator. Did you get your birthday. cupcake. Jeffrey?

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    2. Adam1 August 2024 at 20:22

      Those trains are an oresome sight!

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    3. Lyn1 August 2024 at 21:16

      Very good Adam .

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