Project Update – May 2026 | Groundbreaking Ceremony Confirmed

The Shire of East Pilbara will officially break ground on the Newman Youth and Community Hub on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, marking the formal commencement of construction on the project.

The event will also officially launch the Shire’s broader Resilient by Design: Building a Sustainable East Pilbara initiative — a long-term approach to delivering integrated infrastructure and community projects across the East Pilbara.

Community members are invited to attend the ceremony and learn more about the future Hub, including through virtual reality walkthrough displays and opportunities to speak directly with the project team.

Once complete, the Newman Youth and Community Hub will bring together a community library, youth centre, recording studio, meeting rooms, recreation spaces and outdoor community areas into one connected precinct designed to support youth, learning and broader community wellbeing.

The Hub has been designed as a space for the whole community — somewhere different generations, services and activities can come together in one shared location.

The project is being delivered through Shire investment alongside significant support from the Australian Government, the Western Australian Government and Lotterywest.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Time: 3:00pm
Location: Corner of Newman Drive and Iron Ore Parade, Newman

The event will include:
• Official proceedings and ceremonial sod-turning
• Community BBQ
• VR walkthrough displays
• Opportunities to meet the project team

The Australian Government, Western Australian Government and Lotterywest are recognised as Major Supporters of the Newman Youth and Community Hub project.