Ports of Dampier, Ashburton, Cape Preston West and Varanus Island resume operations.
Tropical Cyclone Mitchell
08:00 AWST 9/02/2026
As at 08:00 AWST, Monday 9 February 2026, Pilbara Ports will resume operations at the Ports of Dampier, Ashburton, Cape Preston West and Varanus Island.
No further updates will be provided for all ports, but individual terminal operators should liaise directly with the Harbour Master.
For the latest cyclone warnings visit www.bom.gov.au/cyclone.
For specific information regarding your location, please refer to DFES emergency alerts website.
We thank you for your patience during this time.
The Port of Ashburton hosts commercial day moorings for temporary use. The moorings are installed, inspected and maintained in accordance with the Ports of Dampier and Ashburton Moorings Handbook and Mooring Licence Terms and Conditions.
View the Port of Ashburton fees and charges, including mooring fees.
Fees and Charges
The documents assist port users with obtaining and maintaining moorings, and transferring ownership:
All mooring applications are available on-line via the Klein Moorings Management System.
Online mooring application
P: 08 9159 6528 E: moorings@pilbaraports.com.au