Wittenoom, WA 6751, is a small, largely abandoned town in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Once a thriving asbestos mining community in the mid-20th century, it became infamous due to the severe health hazards caused by asbestos exposure, leading to numerous cases of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. The Australian government officially removed Wittenoom from maps and discouraged habitation due to ongoing contamination risks. Today, it stands as a ghost town, with only a handful of residents defying warnings to remain. The area is known for its stark, rugged landscape and serves as a somber reminder of the dangers of asbestos mining.
| Postcode: | 6751 |
| State: | WA |
| Coordinates (lat/long): | -22.141251, 117.057776 |
| Federal Electorate: | Durack |