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is the largest town on Yorke Peninsula. Its name stems from the Aboriginal
'kadiyinya, meaning lizard plain. Rich
deposits of copper were discovered here in 1859 and a thriving mining
industry soon developed around the town. While its importance waned after
1923 when its mines closed, it has since become an important agricultural
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examples of the Cornish miners' architecture can be seen throughout the
town. The oldest cottage in the town is thought to be at 63 Taylor Street
and is the only survivor of its type, with a Parapet built to prevent snow
from building up on the skillion roof. Other
good examples include the Wombat Hotel, the Royal Exchange Hotel and the
Catholic Church.
Attractions |
- BANKING
AND CURRENCY MUSEUM This is
Australia's only privately owned museum of this kind. The collection
is displayed in a fine two- storeyed ex-Bank of South Australia
building dating back from 1873. Included are collections of issued
and proof coins, gold coins, foreign and Australian currency, notes
with printing errors and more material of interest, such as banking
memorabilia .
- KADINA
MUSEUM COMPLEX This is an agricultural museum complex with an
emphasis on the folk history of the district's pioneers, many of
whom were German. The complex includes Matta House, a mine manager's
residence built in 1863 and furnished with Victoriana. It
incorporates the largest printing museum in the state; many of its
machines are in working order. There are also displays of mining
equipment, photographs and many other types of 11th century
industrial and agricultural equipment. The property is owned and
managed by The National Trust.
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JOHN'S ANGLICAN CHURCH This gracious 19th century church was
finished in 1876. It is noted for a series of stained glass windows,
designed and made by top Adelaide artist Cedar Prest, depicting
rural scenes.
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