PILBARA REGIONAL COUNCIL
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About the Pilbara region Spanning an enormous landmass , the Pilbara is remote by every definition . Remote from major capitals , remote from markets , and remote from labour sources . The environment is harsh , subject to cyclones and without ready access to fresh water . Despite these constraints , the Pilbara is also one of the most productive and dynamic regions in the country , supporting thriving communities that deliver a significant proportion of Australia ’ s wealth . This productivity means that 20 % of goods exported nationally come from 0.2 % of the population located in the Pilbara .
History of the association The Pilbara Regional Council is a statutory local government created in 2000 to support the four local governments of the Pilbara region in Western Australia . Originally located within the Pilbara , the PRC ’ s head office was relocated to Perth several years ago in recognition of the growing role the organisation was playing in federal and state advocacy on behalf of the region .
The goals and roles of the association The PRC undertakes a broad body of work on behalf of its member local governments ; categorized
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