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Located 13km north of Roebourne and 60km east of Karratha Wickham provides an interesting stop on the way to Point Samson. It is a fascinating town boasting pristine sandy beaches and excellent fishing spots. Wickham was established in 1970 by Cliffs Robe River Iron Associates with the aim of creating a processing plant for the iron ore mined at nearby Pannawonica a port at Cape Lambert from which to ship the produce and a town to house the associated employees. At 2.7km long and built to a minimum clearance of 17.8 metres above high tide the Cape Lambert iron ore ship loading facilities is one of the longest and tallest jetties in Australia. Wickham was named after John C. Wickham the captain of the HMS Beagle who surveyed the North West Coast in 1840 and since then has become a prominent mining town. Originally a closed company town belonging to Rio Tinto administration was transferred to the Shire of Roebourne now the City of Karratha in 1980 after which a scheme for public housing was implemented. However the majority of the residences and facilities in town are owned and maintained by Rio Tinto. At sunset Wickhams Tank Hill Lookout provides a view like no other - enjoy fine views of the town and surrounding region. Home to the local yacht club Port Walcott offers secluded pristine sandy beaches where you can enjoy excellent swimming and a boat launching ramp offers access to good fishing spots. Thriving from the work of the community since its inception in 1976 the club is the perfect spot to sit on a Sunday afternoon to enjoy the view and treat yourself to some fish and chips. Visit the beautiful Boat Beach situated near the town. Wickham Drive is also the home of Robe Rivers Giant Haul Pac and Locomotive which are great photo opportunities. Marvel at the huge 2.7km open sea wharf at Cape Lambert. One of the highest and longest open-ocean wharves in Australia. It is capable of loading three major iron ore carriers at the same time. Wickham is fortunate to play host to the fantastic Picture Gardens where residents and visitors can share their love of entertainment on the big screen. Hundreds of movies have been screened here since Picture Gardens first began in 1973. Proceeds from tickets sales now contribute to allowing the Wickham Community Association to continue their work within the community. www.roebourne.org.au Wickham 21