Moving Mountains – The Evolution of Port Hedland Harbour by Murray Shaw 2006

Language: English

Book Title: Moving Mountains – The Evolution of Port Hedland Harbour

Author: Murray Shaw

Moving Mountains: The Evolution of Port Hedland Harbour by Murray Shaw (Hesperian Press, 2006).

A detailed and richly illustrated history of Port Hedland Harbour and its development into one of the world’s largest iron ore export hubs. The book covers early history, the lifting of the iron ore export embargo, the boom years, environmental impacts, and future projections.

Contents include:

• Port Hedland’s first century

• The embargo on iron ore exports and its repeal

• The iron ore boom and port development

• The social element of life at Port Hedland

• The nuclear option on the North-West coast

• Expansion of the harbour

• Environmental impact and recent developments

• Port Hedland Harbour in 2006

• Towards the next century

Details:

• Author: Murray Shaw

• Publisher: Hesperian Press (2006)

• ISBN: 0 85905 389 X

• Format: Softcover, 86 pages

• Condition: Very good, clean copy with minimal handling wear (see photos)

An important reference for collectors of Western Australian history, maritime history, shipping, and mining industry heritage.

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