The Chevron Pilbara Ear Health Program

The Chevron Pilbara Ear Health Program is supported by a dedicated team that includes screeners, community liaison officers, nurse practitioners, audiologists, and an Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialists. Screeners visit multiple locations across the West Pilbara to conduct ear checks for community members. These checks are simple and painless, helping to identify any potential ear health issues. The program aims to provide comprehensive support to ensure the ongoing care of ear health and well-being, with a focus on prevention and early intervention.

Child from Pilbara Region in green shirt receiving hearing test

Eligibility Criteria

Screening Services

Hearing and Ear Health screenings for children who:

Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Have a history of middle ear disease and/or hearing loss.
Have speech and/or language concerns.
Experience difficulties with focus and behavioural problems.
Experience recurring ear problems/infections.
Have trouble accessing traditional services due to increased support needs, such as developmental concerns, transport, or social barriers.

We also see adults who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Importance of Ear Health

Hearing and ear health concerns can occur for different reasons. This includes Otitis media, which is an inflammation or infection of the middle ear that is very common in children. If left untreated, it can have an impact on a child’s hearing, potentially leading to implications with their speech, language, and cognitive development.

Our team is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals who meet the eligibility criteria receive the necessary support and resources for their hearing and ear health concerns.

Contact us via pilbaraearhealth@tsh.org.au or call +61473 331 990 to learn more about our screening and clinical services. We are here to help with your referral needs.

Child sitting on chair with headphones on having a hearing test

Commitment to Community

In 2026, Chevron Australia and TSH celebrate 15 years of partnering to deliver best-practice ear health care and education in the West Pilbara. The partnership aims to prevent middle-ear disease and improve long-term health and learning outcomes for children and families.

The Chevron Pilbara Ear Health Program is one of Western Australia’s longest‑running and most successful ear health initiatives. By building strong partnerships, supporting local health professionals, and engaging closely with community members, the program champions prevention and early intervention to improve ear health outcomes across the region.

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Reviews & Feedback

Studies have demonstrated that the prevalence of ear disease among young children in remote communities is up to 90%. This program enables us to increase awareness and empowers them to address this significant health issue through locally appropriate strategies.

Dr Aanand Archarya, ENT Specialist

We are commited to helping our local communities thrive by giving in areas where we think we can make a real difference. This partnership has touched so many people and will continue improving lives for years to come.

Melissa Smith, Chevron Australia Partnerships Manager

Chevron Pilbara Ear Health Program