May 20, 2013 - DeGray's River Camp

Last night's camp was only 40kms out of Port Hedland so we arrived in town nice and early. We originally thought we would stay there at least for one night but after driving through and visiting the information centre we soon realised we could see/do everything within a day so there wasnt any need to sleepover. We spent most of the morning at the playground where the kids played and we watched the tug boats busily guided the bigger ships into port. We also did some grocery shopping at Woolies and that was pretty much it, time to move on....

Sep 4, 2012 - South to Port Hedland

Today we got up early to leave on our journey South - we thought we would get to Port Headland but was not sure how far we would go. However, overnight we had a very heavy dew and it was a real nuisance in trying to pack up. As we left it was quite a windy morning and off across the 10km of gravel road to get back to the highway. It didn't feel as rough as coming in but it was still pretty ordinary. The heavy dew also meant that by the time we got to the highway we were carrying half a ton of red dirt!! We have been very happy with the fuel...

Aug 22, 2012 - Broome

Sorry about the delay. Been busy enjoying ourselves and socialising. And what better way is there to spend your time. Broome! What can you say? We see what the attraction is about being up here. 2200kms and the grey nomads take the trip year after year. But you can see that the pilgrimage is worth it. The weather is just magic. We are here at Cable Beach caravan park (600 odd sites) and it is FULL. Found Maureen and Jim Graham sitting at Town Beach enjoying the view across the most beautiful turquoise coloured bay. They are staying about...

Jul 25, 2012 - Port Hedland

Went looking around Port Hedland today starting at the port large ships loading and unloading. then off to South Hedland for a look around they have a nice shopping centre even a K Mart many other stores but they are quite scattered, had lunch then headed back to Port Hedland where we just relaxed, we move on tomorrow not sure where maybe 80 mile beach.

Jul 24, 2012 - Auski to Port Hedland

Left Auski 9am heading for Port Hedland arrived 2pm great Caravan Park bit tight to reverse van into our site but the sites have heaps of room (No red dirt) so just set up by then were hot & ready for a drink. The lights of the town are great from the Caravan Park so will see what goes tomorrow

Jul 19, 2012 - After Broome - 80 Mile Beach & Indee Station

12th July Today we leave Broome on our trek to Perth. Very cloudy, the first ones we have seen for a long time. Our first stop will be Stanley rest area. A free camp a great spot to stop and very popular. The sunset here was beautiful. No city lights detracting from the sky. Everything is so clear out here especially at night. 13th July On the road early this morning. Heading to 80 Mile Beach can't book here first in get the spots. Finding this happens a lot out here. We had a stop at Sandfire to fuel up. As we were driving off we...

Apr 26, 2012 - Port Hedland

Arrived at Cooke Point Caravan Park (Big 4) in Port Hedland. This has been the highest in prices but with our 10% discount the amount was on equal par with other parks. From our site we could see the Port at night and what a sight. The last time I visited Port Hedland at the Port area was in 1986. Much of the area remained the same except the port now takes more salt going offshore is quite amazing. We were also amazed at the size of the carriages (known as cars) and that was 265 cars with 4 engines. Imagine waiting at a train siding for...

Aug 9, 2011 - Aus - Day 98 - Port Hedland

August 8th was just a day of travel and we camped out at a rest area for the night. August 9th we woke up early to get a good start for our arrival in Port Hedland. Days here are HOT and travel is best early morning. We are getting tired of all this desert travel, although we love the views and wild life the heat is a bit much and by early afternoon we are tuckered out and drenched in sweat. We have put on a lot of miles traveling from Darwin to Broome to Port Hedland and we are feeling the need for some downtime on a nice ocean beach...

Sep 25, 2010 - Port Hedland

Click on an image to enlarge it. Port Hedland 25th September 2010 We sure have noticed the changing landscape since we started travelling southwest, pretty boring, flat country, arid landscape. We camped at a free camp on the De Grey River which amazingly had water in it. It was a lovely spot but decided to push on the next day as we had practically run out of supplies whilst at Barn Hill Station. We now think we should have stayed one more night and by-passed Port Hedland. Port Hedland (owned by BHP Billiton) has very long trains carrying...

Sep 10, 2010 - Day 75 - Newman to Port Hedland

443 kms today: Away from Newman about 0830 - not as sad as usual, to say goodbye, as we will see them all in Perth the week we get home!! Has been a lovely month, indeed - Sharon has 'blossomed' and RJay has grown up into a 3 year old!! We had lots of fun...... Booked in to Cooke Point overnight - early start to the airport in the morning to meet Kathy, coming in from Broome.

Aug 31, 2010 - Broome to Port Hedland

Left Broome after two months on 31 August and headed for Karratha staying overnight at Pardoo Roadhouse - make sure you have all your supplies as toothpaste was $8 at the roadhouse. Travelled on to Karratha the next day via Port Hedland. Called in at Port Hedland for lunch on our way through which was just buzzing with mining folk going about their business.

Aug 25, 2010 - The De Gray River 24hr stop

25th – 26th August. Left Roebourne for Whim Creek thought we would have lunch at the Whim Creek Hotel, it is a nice pub but the cook was off so there was no food to be had, we had a drink before returning to the caravans and making a sandwich for lunch instead. We drove through Pt. Hedland after stopping for fuel and a bit of shopping (Pt Hedland is really going ahead). We continued on to the De Gray River 24hr rest area it was 4.35pm when we arrived, very late for us. We made camp by with rivers edge, what a lovely spot, plenty of shady...