Boosting access to free healthy, active living in the East Pilbara

• $39,000 grant to help East Pilbara residents lead healthier lives
• New opportunities for Newman, Nullagine and Marble Bar communities to get active at the gym and pool, and through casual sport
• 10,000 residents supported to embrace healthy active living opportunity

The Cook Government has invested $39,000 through Healthway to help East Pilbara residents lead healthier, more active lives.

The Shire of East Pilbara will help people in Newman, Nullagine and Marble Bar embrace physical activity and enjoy healthy lifestyles through its Active Living Program.

Over the next 12 months, a free active living starter pack will be available to eligible participants at the Newman Aquatic Centre and Newman Recreation Centre. The pack provides a number of complimentary weekly visits during the term, encouraging people to get started through a variety of activities. These include gym and pool visits, group fitness classes and access to casual sport activities, such as basketball, pickleball, tennis, and badminton.

In addition, residents will benefit from unlimited pool access for Marble Bar and Nullagine residents during summer, and healthy eating and active living resources shared through major events, newsletters, venue displays, and social media.

All activities will be delivered by trained staff and volunteers, ensuring cultural appropriateness, accessibility and relevance.

It forms part of the Cook Government's commitment to keeping Western Australians well and supporting healthy lifestyles.

To learn more, visit www.healthway.wa.gov.au.

Comments attributed to Preventative Health Minister Sabine Winton:

"This funding is about making it easier for people across the East Pilbara to be active, healthy and connected in their own communities, with practical access to gyms, pools and casual sport that removes real barriers to participation.

"That's why we're creating simple, accessible ways for people to get moving, eat well and stay connected."

Comments attributed to Pilbara MLA Kevin Michel:

"Free and inclusive initiatives like this make a real difference in regional communities. Everyone deserves the opportunity to be active, feel supported and live a healthy life.

"Supporting healthy habits isn't just about physical activity, it's about wellbeing, connection and helping people feel supported to live well in the Pilbara."