Port Hedland
Port Hedland, since the mid 1960s, the main port for the export of iron ore is some 1600kms. North of Perth and has a population (including South Hedland) of some 13,500 persons. The Wall of Rememberance featured here is located on the Esplanade at the entrance to the Port and opposite the Esplanade Hotel, built from 48 tonnes of iron ore donated by various Mining Companies. Building commenced with the laying of the foundation stone by Lt.Col. B.G.Wallis, Commanding Officer, The Pilbara Regiment on Anzac Day,1988 in memory of WX11020 Capt.Bert Madigan MC MID, 2/16th.Btn,AIF, the completed Wall, dedicated to the men and women of the Pilbara for their sacrifices in peace and war, was unveiled by W.O.1 Percy White DCM 18th.August,1991. At the l/h end is mounted a plaque that records that the wall was designed by P.Blenkinsop and bears the names of those who worked on the construction. On the right, in front of the wall, is a 25pdr. field gun.