Pannawonica

Pannawonica is a town in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. It is about 1,429 kilometers north of Perth. The town is mainly for people who work in the iron ore mines nearby.

The name "Pannawonica" comes from a nearby hill. The Aboriginal name for the hill means "the hill that came from the sea." A story says that a sea spirit moved the hill inland to stop an argument between two tribes.

 History 
Pannawonica was built in 1970 by a mining company. It was made to house workers for the Robe River iron ore mine. The town was officially made a townsite in 1972.

Pannawonica is a "closed town." This means that most of the houses and facilities are for the mining company's workers. Visitors can come to the town for supplies or to refuel, but there is not much long-term tourist accommodation.

 Geography 
The town is near the Robe River. It is in a dry area of Western Australia. Pannawonica has a hot desert climate. The summers are very hot, and the winters are warm.

 Demographics 
Pannawonica has a small population, as of 2016, Pannawonica had a population of 695. Many people who live there work in the iron ore mines. Some people live in Pannawonica all the time, while others fly in and out for work.