From 2004 onward, northern South Australia enjoyed a mineral exploration boom, and Whyalla found itself well placed to benefit from new ventures, being situated on the edge of the Gawler Craton.
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11 Facts About Whyalla
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Local newspaper, The Whyalla News, was first published on 5 April 1940, and is currently owned by Australian Community Media.
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Industrial and cultural history of Whyalla is accessible to tourists via several museums and public tours.
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Tours of the Whyalla Steelworks allow visitors to view the production of long products at the working plant.
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One of the main tourist attractions of Whyalla is the world-renowned beach, and the many attractions based around it.
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The Whyalla Marina has a jetty which is illuminated at night for the convenience of fishers.
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Whyalla is part of the state electoral district of Giles, which is presently held by Labor MP Eddie Hughes.
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Whyalla Recording Scholarship is awarded annually for Whyalla residents aged from 12 to 21.
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The Second Whyalla Recording Scholarship was launched on 23 April 2018 with 2 Winners and 1 Runner-Up being announced on 17 September 2018.
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Whyalla Football League is an Australian rules football competition supporting half-a-dozen clubs.
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