The statue of RED DOG (the Pilbara Wanderer) had a steady stream of visitors whilst we were in Dampier. Whether it had something to do with the release of the movie 'Red Dog' we're not sure. Red Dog certainly plays a part in the history of Dampier, there is even a table of press cuttings and books set up in the local library for viewing. The movie was filmed outside the caravan park where we stayed.
We loved this humourous sculpture in the Dampier salt beds
Historic Sam's Island off the Dampier foreshore.
Sam Ostojich arrived in the Pilbara in the 1960's. He fell in love with Tidepole Island and by hand he turned the rocky site into an oasis, building his own castle which he called home. He died in 2005 and is buried on the island.
Long Iron Ore Train of 200+ carriages
Train Museum
Container Ships lined up waiting for iron ore
