Visit Ashburton

12/10/2026

Looking for an excuse for one more EPIC Pilbara escape? Make it the Staircase to the Moon 🤩

The next Onslow viewing dates for 2026 is October 27, 28 and 29 at the Onslow Foreshore.
– 7:48pm on Tuesday 27 October
– 8:56pm on Wednesday 28 October and
– 10:03pm on Thursday 29 October.

Come for the moon and make a getaway of it while exploring our coastal gem of Onslow!

Keen to explore more of our region? Head to www.visitashburton.au to begin planning your ultimate reef to range adventure today ☀️

Australia's North West | Tourism Western Australia

09/10/2026

BIG landscapes. EPIC adventures. Reef to Range. 🌊⛰️

The warmer months might be the quieter time of year in Ashburton, but they’re the perfect time to start planning something big. From reef and island escapes to ancient ranges, dramatic gorges and unforgettable outback experiences, your next epic adventure is waiting.

🗺️ Plan your journey
🏨 Book ahead
🚙 Get ready to explore

Seasonal weather and high temperatures can affect travel across the Pilbara, so always check conditions before you go.

Discover Ashburton at www.visitashburton.au

📸 at Mount Bruce, Karijini National Park

06/10/2026

Have you heard about the latest upgrades at Knox Gorge? 🌄

Knox Gorge in Karijini National Park now features improved access and upgraded facilities, creating even more opportunities to experience this breathtaking landscape in the heart of Ashburton.

06/10/2026

Tuesday 6 October 2026, 10:20am – Tom Price Visitor Centre Delayed Opening

Please be advised that the Tom Price Visitor Centre will open at 10:45am today, Tuesday 6 October due to unforeseen circumstances.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

05/10/2026

Old Onslow Road and Townsite Now Open 📣

The Shire advises that Old Onslow Road and the Old Onslow Townsite have now reopened to the public.

We thank our Shire crews and all agencies involved for their efforts behind the scenes to ensure the safety of the community and visitors.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation during the closure.

⚠️ Old Onslow Road Closure ⚠️

Community members and visitors are advised that Old Onslow Road is currently closed due to a fire at the Old Onslow Townsite.

Shire crews are on site and responding appropriately. The road will remain closed until the area is deemed safe and the fire is under control.

Please follow all signage and avoid the area.

Thank you for your patience, cooperation and understanding.

01/10/2026

⚠️ Old Onslow Road Closure ⚠️

Community members and visitors are advised that Old Onslow Road is currently closed due to a fire at the Old Onslow Townsite.

Shire crews are on site and responding appropriately. The road will remain closed until the area is deemed safe and the fire is under control.

Please follow all signage and avoid the area.

Thank you for your patience, cooperation and understanding.

25/09/2026

⚠️King's Birthday Public Holiday Facility Hours⚠️

Shire of Ashburton residents and visitors are advised that our facilities will be closed or operating with amended hours for the King's Birthday public holiday on Monday, 28 September 2026.

For a full breakdown of facility hours, please visit our website using the link below.
🌐 https://soa.fyi/50b20e

For any urgent enquiries, you can contact our out of hours call centre on (08) 9188 4444, or submit a Customer Action Request (CAR) form which will be actioned upon our officer's return. https://soa.fyi/575

23/09/2026

Congratulations to the team at Karijini Eco Retreat on being named a finalist in the 2026 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards for Business Excellence. 👏

This recognition reflects the exceptional tourism experiences on offer in our region and the dedication of those who help showcase the beauty of the Pilbara to visitors from near and far.

We wish the team the very best for the awards night in November!

18/09/2026

Cheers to 100 years of Beadon Bay Hotel, a few cyclones and countless good yarns 🎉🍻

Since opening in September 1926, the Beadon Bay Hotel, Onslow, Western Australia has been at the heart of Onslow's story. Built with hand-made concrete blocks, it has weathered fires, cyclones, major redevelopments and a century of change, all while remaining a place where locals and visitors come together.

Known by many names over the years, from Hotel Beadon to the famous Bleedn' Beadon, the pub has hosted celebrations, meetings, fundraisers, reunions and countless good yarns.

Here's to 100 years of cold drinks, warm welcomes, resilience and North West hospitality. 🍺🎂

For the full story on how Beadon Bay Hotel came to be, click here: https://soa.fyi/mmt

Share your Beadon Bay Hotel memories in the comments below or email [email protected].

Photo Credit: Shire of Ashburton, Onslow Goods Shed Museum, Flic Brennan, Beadon Bay Hotel, Dawn McAullay
Onslow Visitors Centre | Australia's North West

14/09/2026

Are you traveling through Tom Price this week? We have just the stop for you! 🎨✨

Artists across the Ashburton region have been hard at work creating masterpieces in a variety of mediums, and now is your opportunity to see all 80 of them in person. Residents from our towns of Tom Price, Paraburdoo, Onslow and Pannawonica have spent months creating masterpieces to enter into our annual Ashburton Art Awards exhibition. With seven categories to browse, this is a showcase you don't want to miss!

With a mix of morning, afternoon, and evening opening hours, quiet time, and free workshops on offer, check out the times and we'll see you there!

📅 Saturday, 12 September – Sunday, 20 September
📍 Tom Price Community Centre (Tamarind Street)
🖌️ Free workshop on Wednesday, 16 September 2026