Today on Karratha Chronicles, I sat down with Jordan James — a man whose journey is as inspiring as it is real. From growing up in Karratha, overcoming the depths of drug addiction, and starting fresh, Jordan has built one of the Pilbara’s most successful real estate careers.

In this episode, Jordan shares how he rebuilt his life, the mentors who shaped his path, and the lessons he’s learned building Realmark in a changing property market. We also dive into his love for community, the quirks of selling houses in Karratha, and what advice he’d give to anyone chasing their first home — or their second chance at life.

This is a story about resilience, transformation, and laying strong foundations — both in real estate and beyond.

In this episode of Karratha Chronicles, I sit down with Harlee from Ora Wellness to explore her journey from Perth to Karratha and how breathwork transformed her life.

We discuss:

• How slowing down and creating space reshaped her lifestyle
• Her first challenging breathwork experience and emotional breakthroughs
• Becoming a breathwork facilitator and guiding others safely
• Personal growth, vulnerability, and building meaningful connections
• How breathwork has enhanced her relationships and overall wellbeing

Whether you’re curious about wellness, breathwork, or life in Karratha, Harlee’s story offers inspiration and practical insights for personal growth.

In this episode, I sit down with William Knott — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, coach at Ethos Karratha, and youth officer at the Karratha Youth Shed. With 16 years on the mats, Will has mastered sweeps, submissions, and the art of turning struggle into strength. Off the mats, he’s mentoring young people and helping them find better positions in life.

We talk about:

• Will’s journey from Wellington to Karratha via Abu Dhabi and beyond
• What Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu really is (and why it’s for everyone)
• Lessons in humility, ego, and resilience that carry from the mats into life
• The challenges and rewards of mentoring Karratha’s youth
• Building community through martial arts in a remote town

From “murder yoga” to mentoring, Will’s story shows how discipline and connection can change lives.

🎧 Tune in for an episode full of grit, humour, and heart.

In this episode of Karratha Chronicles, Ben sits down with Scott Ellis—ex-Dampier Sharks footballer, spearfisher, and creator of Dive to Dine. Scott shares how moving to WA sparked his obsession with spearfishing, the lessons learned from chasing dogtooth tuna at Scott Reef, and why he swapped wetsuits for aprons to launch a fish taco food truck in Karratha.

Expect stories of primal first catches, YouTube adventures, local seafood creativity, and the gritty realities of starting a business from scratch. From diving solo rules to the secret behind perfect ceviche, Scott opens up on passion, persistence, and the journey of turning reef-to-plate living into a community food experience