PHCCI MEMBER VISITS

This week the PHCCI team have been out and about catching up with members!

Casey from Creative Collective Co was up from Karratha to facilitate a Branding with Canva workshop and provide some 1 on 1 mentoring sessions to our members. Casey is the founder and driving force behind Creative Collective Co, a digital marketing agency established in 2023 and based in Karratha. She offers tailored digital solutions to help brands enhance their online presence. Casey is often in Port Hedland meeting with clients, but also facilitating social media marketing and branding workshops and 1on1 digital marketing support at the Web Business Hub and the South Hedland Hub. Get in touch with Casey for more info – [email protected]

Look out for the next workshop REELS THAT REACH, being held at the PHCCI South Hedland Hub on the Tuesday 3rd June – click the link to book today! – https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1312379405129…

1on1 Digital Marketing Sessions available FREE to PHCCI Members Wednesday 4th June at the Web Business Hub , email for bookings – [email protected]

Lorraine from Elite Business Services was at the Web Hub this week hosting an Excel Beginners Workshop – part of a series that’s proving incredibly popular in the community. She’ll be back next week for the Excel Intermediate Workshop on Tuesday, 27th May – be quick, spots fill up fast! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1295319287859…

When she’s not running workshops, Lorraine provides tailored bookkeeping, accounting, taxation, business advisory, and NDIS plan management through Elite Business Services, a Port Hedland-based firm. With over 15 years of experience in finance across aged care, disability, and government sectors, she is a qualified CPA, BAS Agent, and Xero Silver Partner. Lorraine brings a wealth of expertise and a collaborative, client-focused approach—helping small business owners reduce stress through practical, goal-aligned financial solutions. Elite Business Services are also finalists in this year’s 2025 PHCCI Business Excellence Awards for Best Home-Based/Mobile Business. Best of luck, Lorraine! For more info, get in touch at [email protected].

Tina and Jenny hit the road to catch up with Daniel at Finmec Pty Ltd – a proudly locally owned and operated business that’s been part of the Hedland community for over 18 years. Based in Port Hedland, Finmec provides high-quality repair, maintenance, and equipment hire services to the mining, transport, and civil industries. With a skilled team of heavy-duty diesel mechanics, auto-electricians, boilermakers, and high-voltage electricians, they offer reliable support for all types of machinery and vehicles. Finmec is committed to employing local first, supporting the next generation through school-based traineeships with Hedland Senior High School, and investing in the future of Port Hedland. Their mine-spec field service fleet offers responsive on-site servicing across WA, and their fully equipped Port Hedland workshop can handle even the largest equipment—helping clients minimise downtime and keep operations running smoothly. Finmec is also proud to be a finalist in multiple categories at the 2025 PHCCI Business Excellence Awards, including Best Business with 21+ Employees and the People’s Choice Award. Best of luck to Daniel and the entire Finmec team!

For more information, contact (08) 9173 1115, email [email protected], or visit their website https://finmec.com.au/

Dani and Jonathan stopped by to visit Debbie and Terri at the Port Hedland Visitor Centre, the go-to spot for travellers keen to explore the Pilbara’s rich culture and industry.

The Visitor’s Centre have upgraded their middle tv screen to show a live stream of all the vessels and tugboats that are moving around in our harbour.

Port Hedland Visitors Centre is now offering a daily presentation at 10:15am of Port Hedland’s harbour, where you will get all the facts and figures about the world’s largest bulk export port and information about our huge iron ore trains and more.

Additionally, you can find information on the Seafarers Port Hedland Harbour Tour, which runs at 9:00am every Monday and Thursday. For bookings head to www.phseafarers.org/tours . The Visitor Centre also offers self-guided street art and heritage trail maps, perfect for those wanting to explore the historic West End at their own pace. For more information, head to https://www.visitporthedland.com.au/

They stopped over to see the team at Port Hedland Medical Centre to present them with their 2025 Corporate Sponsor appreciation certificate, massive thank you for supporting the PHCCI through Silver Sponsorship this year. Port Hedland Medical Centre is a well-established healthcare provider serving the Port Hedland community with comprehensive medical services for individuals, families, and local businesses. We would love to welcome the center’s new Practice Manager Annette Vernon who has taken over from Renee. We had the pleasure of chatting with Annette.

The centre currently has 2 fulltime doctors, 2 part time doctors and 1 casual doctor and 2 physiotherapists, they are working hard in the background to get more doctors here in Port Hedland. The centre features on-site pathology, and access to visiting specialists, all designed to provide accessible, high-quality care tailored to the community’s needs. Contact them today 08 9173 3733 or head to https://www.porthedlandmedical.com.au/

Over to catch up with the Hedland Property Shop team, Hedland Property Shop is a locally owned real estate agency proudly serving Port Hedland and the Pilbara region. Expanded to Port Hedland in 2016 by Jim Henneberry, Hedland Property Shop has come a long way from its beginnings in Perth, originating back to January 1981, having nearly 40 years of Real Estate experience to build on. The team offers expert support in residential, commercial, and property management services. Led by Leah, the Licensee and Commercial Consultant, who brings a deep understanding of the local market and a personalised approach, Hedland Property Shop is dedicated to helping clients buy, sell, rent, or manage properties with care and professionalism every step of the way. The agency is also proud to be finalists in multiple categories at the upcoming 2025 PHCCI Business Excellence Awards, including Trainee/Apprentice of the Year with Krizel De Leon, Best Business 7-20 Employees, and the People’s Choice Award. Best of luck to Leah, Krizel and the entire Hedland Property Shop team! For more info contact their team on or head to their website https://propshop.com.au/ or contact 08 9173 5555

Dani and Jen stopped by the Courthouse Gallery+Studio to visit Ashleigh, Tabitha and the team, and check out their new t-shirts featuring designs by local artists. Operated by The Junction Co. and located in the heart of Portside in Port Hedland, the Gallery is a dynamic space that supports artistic expression, cultural exchange, and community connection. To explore upcoming exhibitions, workshops, and events, visit their website. https://thejunctionco.com.au/

Thank you to our members for welcoming us to your workplace for a visit!

Keep an eye out for the PHCCI team out and about Hedland.

If you would like to schedule a member visit, please reach out to 9173 1737 or [email protected].