Pilbara Region
93 active mining operations listed.
The Pilbara region underpins Australia's mining economy, generating over AUD $130 billion in annual export value. Dominated by iron ore, it also hosts significant lithium, natural gas, and manganese operations, with major players including BHP, Rio Tinto, and Fortescue driving global commodity supply chains.
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Abydos Iron Ore
Ashburton Gold
Ashburton River Sand and Shingle
Bardies Well
Barradale Sands
Beatons Creek Gold Mine
Billiard South
Blue Bar Gold Mine
Blue Spec
Brockman
Cane Bore
Cassiterite NE
Consolidated Dulcie Gold
Cookes Hill
Cossack-Wickham
Crackerbox Gold
Dampier Salt
Delta Gold Mine.
Eliwana
Golden Gate Gold Mine.
Greater Paraburdoo
Gudai-Darri
Hope Downs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What minerals are mined in the Pilbara region of Western Australia?
The Pilbara is primarily known for world-class iron ore deposits, but the region also supports extraction of lithium, manganese, gold, natural gas, and salt. Major iron ore operations are concentrated in the Hamersley Range, while lithium projects are expanding rapidly to meet global battery demand.
Which mining companies operate in the Pilbara region?
The Pilbara hosts some of the world's largest mining companies, including BHP, Rio Tinto, and Fortescue Metals Group, which collectively operate vast iron ore mines, rail networks, and port facilities. Smaller explorers and mid-tier producers also operate across the region targeting lithium, gold, and base metals.
How does Pilbara mining contribute to the Western Australian economy?
Pilbara mining is the backbone of Western Australia's economy, contributing the majority of the state's export revenue and supporting tens of thousands of direct and indirect jobs. Iron ore royalties and corporate taxes from Pilbara operations fund a significant portion of WA's state government budget each year.