Is iron ore mined in western Australia?

Yes, iron ore is mined in Western Australia. The Pilbara region in Western Australia is one of the largest iron ore producing regions in the world. Iron ore is mined in the Pilbara by several companies, including Rio Tinto, BHP Billiton, and Fortescue Metals Group. The iron ore is then exported to countries around the world, including China, Japan, and South Korea.