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Get away to Whyalla City this Christmas! Whyalla has much to offer individuals looking for an get away from the regions of Andamooka, Roxby, Coober Pedy and other spinifex areas. Situated approximately 395 kilometres North West of Adelaide on the Spencer Gulf in South Australia, truly Whyalla is the place where the bush meets the sea. Long famed for its exquisite white sandy beaches and fishermen it is the perfect place to have an spinifex quest in ease. Places to visit in Town. Hummock Hill is one of the rustic parts of town. Just off the main Whyalla Commercial Centre take the road to the back of Harvey Norman retailers. There you can see the workings of the huge Onesteel Iron Ore plant, its shipping amenities where the barges take iron ore from its local mines to huge bulk carriers, predestined to the world’s large industrialists. Yet in complete disparity the views from Hummock Hill allow you to see across the superb Whyalla marina and to the ancient Flinders Ranges across the Spencer Gulf. Often veiled in fog, the colours of the briny blue sea change, as does the tides. On the western side of the Hill you can see jade green ocean recede across the sand banks to complete white sandy beach at the turn of the maximum tide. You can see the fishing enthusiasts persuing their game. Snapper is the prized fish, with folks coming as far as Alice Springs and Victoria to wet their lines for this tasty epicurean delight. A saunter along the foreshore of Whyalla is a favourite thing to do early morning, late late afternoon and before sunset. See the locals walking out a kilometre or more trolling for crabs in the low tide. Or fishermen for a variety of different fish species, from the jetty. A family pod of Dolphins are residents of the harbor, often with babies they will swim right up to the pontoons and check on the inhabitants watching them. Following the boats in and out and riding the waves these are a little known local secret attraction to Whyalla. Just across the bay at Point Lowly a half hour or so drive to the east of Whyalla, are many more scenic attractions. Again the views across the Spencer Gulf are magnificent. The hues of the cool blue sea change from a deep cobalt to an emerald green. The Dolphins from the port are often seen frolicking in their pods or trailing a boat counting on a free lunch. Again a remarkable distinction as you enter seeing the huge Santos Gas plant where gas from the desert Moomba fields are exported in huge gas bulk carrier ships to international destinations. Past the plant and passing through some ram shackle beach huts you see the Point Lowly Lighthouse. A lovely old building with so much nautical history on the very tip standing satisfied and defiant against all the Spencer can throw at her. Apart from the normal attractions Whyalla offers a host of Big Name Stores, including Spotlight, Harris Scarf, Harvey Normans, and Dick Smith. Westland’s is the big retail centre that boasts over 50 speciality shops with 7 day trading. Middleback Theatre provides regular cinema and theatrical performances that will keep all members of the family entertained. Steel Work tours are resuming starting shortly. So if you’re looking to escape the blazing spinifex heat make sure you getaway this summer to Whyalla. If you’re looking for a great spot to stay the Airport Whyalla Motel offers a great assortment of quality accommodation that is 3.5 stars rated by the Australian Automobile Association. AAA. Also truly they have the Best Deluxe Cabins in Whyalla, fully self contained and ideal for large families or Executives looking at longer stays. All are very reasonably priced and will make your stay that much more relaxing and enjoyable. Avoid dissapointment make your reservation early. The Airport Whyalla Motel can be contacted on 08 8645 2122 or book on their secure website www.AirportWhyallaMotel.com
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B.J. Prendergast has travelled the world solo since he was 16. He has been above the Arctic Circle in Norway and Sweden and as far South as Dunedin in New Zealand. His speciality is Australia having lived and worked in remote locations from the Kimberley to Arnhemland. He also owns the Airport Whyalla Motel.The Airport Whyalla Motel can be contacted on 08 8645 2122 or book on their secure website www.AirportWhyallaMotel.com <www.AirportWhyallaMotel.com>
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