In the mid-1970s, work in the Pilbara meant long days, red dust in everything, and a region still finding its feet. Back then it was basic—rough roads, scattered camps, and an unforgiving but unforgettable landscape. The deep gorges, stark escarpments, and rust-coloured earth left a lasting mark. From the raw power of Karijini’s ancient rock formations to the harsh beauty of the Dampier coastline, the Pilbara was a place of extremes. Rich in Aboriginal heritage and natural wonder, it offered something elemental—untamed, unpolished, and impossible to forget.
