Our community is made up of more than 22,700 residents, including ancestors of the Ngarluma, Yindjibarndi, Mardudhunera and Yaburara people. Across six towns; Dampier, Karratha, Roebourne, Wickham, Point Samson and the historic village of Cossack, our community enjoy an extensive calendar of sport and cultural events plus modern facilities and services, as we work toward our vision of being “Australia’s most liveable regional city.”
The City of Karratha is committed to building inclusive and connected communities
Pets and animals are an important part of our community
Nominations for the City of Karratha Community Awards 2024 were open from 9am Tuesday 17 October 2023 to 9am Friday 1 December
Do you know someone who makes your community a better place? Nominations are now open for the 2025 Community Citizen of the Year
A diverse range of events and festivals are happening in City of Karratha
The City offers a number of grants and funding for community and business
Share your vision for the future!
The City of Karratha manages a range of memorial services for the community
Community hubs, venues and facilities offer spaces for community members, businesses and groups to hire and enjoy
The health, safety and comfort of residents and visitors is ensured by a variety of services managed and provided by the City
Connected communities are supported as safe communities
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The City manages and provides a range of services to help ensure the safety and comfort of residents and visitors
Learn more about ways to plan your journey to and around the City of Karratha
Young people are an important part of the City of Karratha community