Hi Matt and welcome to the forum. Friendly bunch here, and all keen to share and learn. Look forward to hearing about your adventures around the Pilbara.
Used to live in Hedland in the early 50's, in a tent on the side of the river apparently, when I was just a toddler. And about 5 or 6 years just 'up the road' at the Bar. Also Wittenoom, Broome, Yalgoo and Meekathara. Keen to get back there, from Adelaide, in my old fourby one day. Just hope the price of petrol and LPG doesn't hit the roof and make the trip impossible, before I am ready to go. Quickest way would be north from Kalgoorlie, but still a big drive! Return trip just to to Albany, on LPG, cost me $600 a few weeks ago.