Tom Price, WA 6751

Tom Price is a large mining centre situated in the Pilbara region and 400kms from Port Headland. Most of the people here are involved in the mining industry or associated services in some way. The Tom Price Visitors Information centre is very large and can provide lots of information regarding the area, travel, tours, permits etc. and there is ample accommodation options for the visitor. There are plenty of shops for retail therapy with department stores, supermarket chains, and specialty and boutique stores. The town is well serviced by medical centres, allied health professionals and a modern well equipped hospital and several pharmacies. Educational needs are well catered for with a choice of pre primary, primary and secondary schools as well as a TAFE college. Tom Price is big on sport with great playing fields, running tracks, swimming pools, tennis courts etc and a large indoor recreation centre. There are plenty of entertainment venues with numerous clubs and pubs as well as restaurants and cafes. Real estate prices are still very affordable in the area as are rentals which are slightly more scarce. The Karijini National park is just outside town and there are some amazing park tours available as well as trips to the Hamersley Iron Mine.