Located approximately 1,535 kilometres north of Perth lies the mining town Karratha. The Aboriginal meaning of the word Karratha means "good country". Mainly known for its iron ore industry, Karratha boasts a major airport and the largest shopping centre in the north west. Karratha's economy is principally built on offshore gas supplies and iron ore deposits.

Karratha is one of the gateways for the many adventure tours and experiences available in the surrounding region. Millstream Chichester and Karijini National Parks, The Dampier Archipelago and the Burrup Peninsula are all close by. Burrup Peninsula is known as the world's most prolific Aboriginal rock engraving site with over 10,000 Aboriginal art sites. Light aircraft, boat and fishing charters are all available from the town.

When combined with industry based attractions such as the local iron ore, salt mining and export operations, together with the North West Shelf Natural Gas Project, Australia's largest natural resource development, Karratha provides a perfect base to to experience some of the most stunning natural and man made attractions around.

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