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Viticulture
The growing of grape vines dates from the earliest years of European settlement in South Australia.
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Wattle Day
1 September in Australia is Wattle Day, though not widely known, some have argued it should replace Australia Day.
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Wealth
In South Australia, the prime key to wealth has been land. From its inception as a European colony, ownership (or…
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West Terrace Cemetery
West Terrace Cemetery reflects the early population groups of Adelaide, and is a popular destination for tour groups.
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Wheat
The story of wheat is more than the story of a versatile food grain. In South Australia, the history of…
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Whitmore Square
Vibrant Whitmore Square continues to serve its diverse community in the southwest corner of Adelaide
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Wirraninthi/Park 23
Wirrarninthi/Park 23 is the site of a Kaurna food and medicine trail, a playground for children, and sporting facilities.
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Yerrakartarta
At the time of its installation in 1995, Yerrakartarta was the largest public commission of Aboriginal artwork in Australia.
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Yorke Peninsula
Life on the ‘ill-shaped leg’ of Yorke Peninsula has revolved around mining, farming, fishing, shipping and tourism, while the region’s…
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Young Men’s Christian Association and Young Women’s Christian Association
Although their original evangelical impulse has diminished over time, the YMCA and the YWCA retain a liberal Christian ethos and…
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Zambians in South Australia
African and Asian Zambians have resettled in Australia since 1973 when the White Australia Policy was abolished.
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Zimbabweans in South Australia
African and Asian Zimbabweans were not permitted to resettle in Australia until after 1973 when the 1901 Immigration Restriction Act,…
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