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Adelaide's annual Christmas Pageant has been a spectacular event occring at the start of the Christmas season. This popular event has been going for 75 years, since 1933. It is thee largest event of its kind in the world, attracting around 400,000 spectators. The pageant goes for 3.3 kilometres from South to North Terrace. __The meaning__ The Christmas Pageant started when there was depression because the people of Adelaide wanted something happy in the Christmas session. The first pageant was a huge success with lots of citizens showing up to show their support and to see the floats. And now 75 years later the Christmas pageant is still attracting a great number of people every year. One of the early Christmas pageants in 1945.
 * Icons**
 * Q.Which icons are unique to South Australia? Do they have any meanings behind them?**
 * A.** __Adelaide Christmas Pageant__

Meet me at Haigh’s’ has been a typical South Australian statement since the founder of Haigh’s Chocolates, Alfred Ernest Haigh, wanted a established his firm at Beehive Corner in 1915. Haigh’s is Australia’s oldest surviving chocolate-making firm, and one of only a handful of manufacturer’s worldwide still making chocolate directly from cocoa beans. Haighs chocolates.
 * Q.** **Which places in South Australia are considered to icons?**
 * A.** __Haigh’s Chocolate Factory__

Sir Don Bradman was born on the 27th of August 1908 and died on the 25th of February 2001. Don was an Australian Cricketer who grows up in South Australia. He was generally acknowledged as the greatest batsman of all time. He is one of Australia's most popular sporting heroes and legends, and one of the most respected past players in other cricketing nations. Don Bradman’s first house.
 * Q. Which people do you consider to be icons of South Australia?**
 * A.** __Sir Donald George Bradman__

Go to this site to find Don's winnings in the __//statistical summary//__ section.
 * http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donald_Bradman#Statistical_summary**

__Howard Florey__ Lord Howard Walter Florey was born on the 24th of September 1898 and died on the 21st of February 1968. Howard was a pharmacologist who shared the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1945 with [|Ernst Boris Chain] and Sir [|Alexander Fleming] for his role in the extraction of [|penicillin].Howard is the youngest of five children all born in [|Adelaide], [|South Australia]. Howard was a brilliant student (and junior sportsman, although he was not the best at maths) who went to school at [|St Peter's College located in Adelaide]. He went to study medicine at the [|University of Adelaide] from the years 1917 to [|1921]. At the university he met a girl named Ethel Reed, who was another medical student and in later years became his wife and his research colleague. Howard received a [|Rhodes Scholar] and continued his studies at the [|Magdalen College, Oxford]. In 1926 he was elected to a fellowship at [|Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge]. Sir Howard Florey was a south Australian who became famous for his work with the medicine, Penicillin. Ernst Boris Sir Alexander Sir Howard Chain Fleming Florey
 * Do any famous Australians come are they and what are they famous from south austrlia?**


 * Tourism**
 * Q.**__What tourist attractions and famous Landmarks are in South Australia/Adelaide?__

**A.** The Big Rocking Horse – Gumeracha SA
The World's biggest Rocking Horse is located on the main road in Gumeracha, South Australia. Appropriately located by an expansive Toy Factory the Rocking Horse stands 18.3m high and contains three observation decks!


 * The Big Galah - Kimba SA**

The Big Galah can be found outside the front of the Halfway Across Australia Gem Shop on the Eyre Highway. In a town famous for its Australian Wildlife this tribute to the Australian Galah stands an impressive 8m high!

Kingston a well-known port, is famous for its lobsters and also the Big Lobster that resides there! Standing an impressive 18.2m high it houses a restaurant AND gift shop underneath! It is a must see sight if in the area!
 * The Big Lobster - Kingston SA**


 * The Big Miner – Kapunda SA**

The Big Miner is the first visitors that see upon entering **Kapunda.**The statue depicts a “Cornish Miner.” This statue is in tribute to the Kapunda Mine established in 1844 which was the first successful metal mine in Australia. The statue was unveiled in 1988 and is called Map Kernow, which in Cornish translates to 'Son of Cornwall'.

**The Big Orange - Berri SA**
The Big Orange can be found on the Old Sturt Highway, just outside Berri. The area is home to the Berri Fruit Juice manufacturers hence the Big Orange. Set amongst the citrus orchards, the Big Orange is a popular photo opportunity for tourists.


 * A__.__**__What are popular tourist attractions in Australia and what history do they have?__

Currently, the Barossa Valley has a population of about 20,000, most of whom live in Tanunda, Nuriootpa, Angaston, Williamstown and Lyndoch, each having over 1000 people, with a few smaller towns such as Moculta and Springton. All of these towns are part of the Barossa local government. Many facilities not available in these towns are usually supplemented in nearby Gawler.
 * Q.** The Barossa Valley is a major wine producing region and tourist destination of South Australia, located 60 km northeast of Adelaide.

__Wine industry__

The wine industry plays a major role in the Barossa, being the main source of employment for many residents. The many hectares of vineyard are the most distinctive feature of the area, especially when viewed from the Mengler’s hill lookout positioned on the range of hills that form one side of the valley itself. The success of the wine industry has historically been celebrated every two years (odd numbers) with a weeklong Vintage Festival. The festival draws visitors from all over the world and has entertainment for all tastes including a huge street parade, concerts and gourmet dining.

Wine grape vines in the Barossa Valley. An overview of the Bethany vineyard, first planted in 1852. Bethany was the first settlement in the Barossa region. = = http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barossa_Valley


 * Q.**__Do you have any museums in South Australia and what types of exhibitions do they hold?__
 * A.**The museums we have are-

History Trust of South Australia (manages the following)- Migration Museum National Motor Museum South Australian Maritime Museum

__Ayers Historic House__ Ayers Historic House is now part museum and part restaurant. It was once home to Sir Henry Ayers, an early South Australian Premier.
 * Address:** North Terrace Adelaide SA Australia

__Migration__ __Museum of South Australia__ The Migration Museum is located within Adelaide’s Destitute Asylum. Nine galleries are held within the museum that honour the bravery of people who have taken the "risk of a lifetime" and immigrated to Australia. Exhibits also look at national identity, national origins and more. Settelemnt Square, in the museum courtyard, is dedicated to all migrants.
 * Address:** 82 Kintore Avenue Adelaide SA Australia 5000

__South Australia__ __Museum__ The exhibits and displays in the South Australia Museum depict the culture and history of the people from this area. Items on display include dioramas, fossils, minerals, meteorites and more. Tours may be arranged. The building also features a Museum Shop.
 * Address:** North Terrace Adelaide SA Australia 5000

__The Art Gallery of South Australia__ The Art Gallery of South Australia boasts one of the finest art collections in Australia. The gallery was established in 1881, and features a range of Aboriginal Western art, Asian and European art. Several permanent exhibitions are on display, as well as some changing exhibits.
 * Address:** North Terrace Adelaide SA Australia 5000

__Umoona Opal Mine & Museum__ Umoona Opal Mine & Museum exhibits mining displays in what was originally an opal mine. The museum displays a dug-out home, an Opal cutting and polishing exhibit, and more.
 * Address:** Hutchison Street Coober Pedy SA Australia

__Old Timers Mine__ Containing outback memorabilia, a history of the mine, and a collection of artifacts and opal, the Old Timers Mine offers an insight into 85-years of opal mining.
 * Address:** Crowders Gully Coober Pedy SA Australia 5723

__The National Motor Museum__ One of the finest and largest collections of antique cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles is housed within The National Motor Museum. A gift shop, a cafe, barbecue facilities, a playground and many other amenities are located on the site. The museum is located in the Birdwood township in the Adelaide Hills.
 * Address:** Shannon Street Birdwood SA Australia

__Rodney Fox shark Experience__ In 1963 Rodney Fox was mauled by a shark, and since has dedicated his life to researching and preserving sharks. The Shark Experience museum features life-size representations of sharks, fossil teeth, documentaries, shark filming cages and more. Rodney Fox also offers shark viewing expeditions. A gift shop is located within the museum.
 * Address:** Town Hall, Moseley Square Glenelg SA Australia 5045

__The Homestead Park Pioneer Museum__ Located in an 1870s restored log cabin, The Homestead Park Pioneer Museum features furnishings from that era and focuses on the railway and farming industry. Historic machinery is displayed throughout the grounds.
 * Address:** Elsie Street Port Augusta SA Australia 5700

__Pichi Richi Railway Preservatory__ Refurbishing, preserving, and presenting the historic trains of Australia is the goal of the Pichi Richi Railway Preservation Society. The Society has developed the Pichi Richi Railway as a museum to display restored steam trains and carriages as well as offer heritage train services from Port Augusta and Quorn.
 * Address:** Railway Terrace Quorn SA Australia 5433

__The Whyalla Maritime Museum__ The Whyalla Maritime Museum includes the HMAS Whyalla, a museum building and a garden filled with native Australian plants. The HMAS Whyalla ship was permanently docked in its current location in 1987 and the museum was opened the following year.
 * Address:** Lincoln Highway Whyalla SA Australia 5600

The poshest hotel is the Hyatt which is located- Hyatt Regency Adelaide North Terrace Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 5000
 * __Q.__**__How many hotels/motels/motor parks are there in Adelaide and how do they attract tourists?__
 * A.**We have lots of Hotels, Motels and motor parks.

We have lots of motels in Glenelg because of the beach. They are especially busy in the summer time. Glenelg beach

Near our school at a place called West Beach there is an excellent motor park called Adelaide Shores Caravan Resort.(We call motor parks caravan parks)

=A. One of the most famous tourist attractions in South Australia is Kangaroo Island here is some information about it.= Kangaroo Island is an island seven times the size of Singapore, literally crawling with wildlife. The koalas aren't being cuddled - they're relaxing at home in native trees. The seals aren't performing - they're lazing beside you on the beach. There are echidnas, platypi, goannas, wallabies and kangaroos. All living happily. Half the native bushland on Kangaroo Island remains just as it was when British navigator Matthew Flinders named this untamed wilderness in 1802. And more than one-third of the Island is National or a Conservation Park. But beauty comes in many forms: views from seaside cottages and cliff-top cabins; delicate handcrafted glassware; a day at the races in Kingscote. And, of course, there's the wine and food. Take a drive and collect wine, cheeses, oysters and lobsters and spoil yourself on a lovely beach. And another thing that's guaranteed: the greeting you'll get from the locals. Kangaroo Island has 190 members that welcome tourists to their beautiful home.
 * Q.**__What is the most famous tourist attraction in South Australia?__