The Mount Whaleback mine is an iron ore mine located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, 6 kilometres west of Newman.

Mount Whaleback mine is a large open-cut iron ore mine located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The mine is owned and operated by the world’s largest iron ore producer, Rio Tinto. It is one of Rio Tinto’s largest and most profitable mines, and is the largest single-pit open-cut iron ore mine in the world.

The mine is located on the eastern side of the Hamersley Range, approximately 300 kilometres south of the city of Port Hedland. It covers an area of approximately 6,500 hectares, and is the largest mining operation in the Pilbara region. The mine is named after the nearby Mount Whaleback, which is the highest point in the region.

The Mount Whaleback mine has been in operation since 1968, and is one of the oldest iron ore mines in the world. It is estimated that the mine has produced over one billion tonnes of ore since its inception. The ore is mined from a series of pits and transported to the nearby port of Dampier for shipping.

The mine employs over 2,000 people, and produces a range of products, including iron ore, alumina, and other metals. The ore is used in the production of steel, and is exported to countries around the world. The mine also produces a range of other products, including alumina, zircon, and rare earths.

The Mount Whaleback mine is a major contributor to the economy of Western Australia, and is one of the largest employers in the region. It is also a major contributor to the global iron ore market, and is a key supplier of ore to China, Japan, and other countries. The mine is also an important part of the local community, providing jobs and income to the region.