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Garden Island, Western Australia

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	Garden Island, Western Australia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Garden Island is a slender island about ten kilometres long and one and a half kilometres wide, lying about five kilometres off the Western Australian coast.
		Garden Island was renamed and first settled by James Stirling in 1827 who "prepared a garden and released a cow, two ewes and three goats in a area of good pasture with good water supply".
		The whole Island is classified as an A-class reserve, and the Navy has undertaken various successful programmes for the removal of introduced animals; all native animals on the island are protected.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Garden_Island,_Western_Australia (576 words)

	Encyclopedia: Garden Island, Western Australia
		At the end of the last ice age, the sea level rose, cutting the island off from the mainland.
		He renamed it Garden Island and the first settlement of 450 people was named Sulphur Town.
		During World War II gun batteries were located on Garden Island and the secret unit (Z-Force) operated and trained there for their clandestine raids against the Japanese.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Garden-Island,-Western-Australia (554 words)

	Fleet's Garden Factsheet - Gardening Australia - ABC
		A well was dug on the island and the water used to set up the colony's first garden that was complete with fenced in domestic farm animals.
		This garden supplied the colony with fresh food and was still used a year later when the colony moved up the Swan River to a new settlement that is now Perth.
		Garden Island was named by Stirling and is a slender island about 10 km long and 1.5 km wide.
	www.abc.net.au /gardening/stories/s422997.htm (601 words)

	HMAS Stirling, Fleet Base West, Garden Island
		Originally named Isle Buache by the French in 1981, Garden Island was first settled by Capt. James Stirling in 1827 who "prepared a garden and released a cow, two ewes and three goats in a area of good pasture with good water supply".
		During WWII gin batteries were located on Garden Island and the secret unit (Z-Force) operated and trained there for their clandestine raids against the Japanese.
		Garden Island, which has a number of important historical sites, is restricted.
	www.globalsecurity.org /military/facility/stirling.htm (1102 words)

	Garden Island - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Garden Island is the name of a number of islands.
		Garden Island, Western Australia, off Perth, Western Australia
		Garden Island, New South Wales, in Port Jackson, Sydney Australia
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Garden_Island,_Australia (95 words)

	Rockingham, Western Australia - Garden Island (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Captain James Stirling first landed on Garden Island in 1827, and founded the first European settlement in Western Australia.
		Access to the island is only by private boat, only 2/3 of the island is open to the public, and you must leave by nightfall.
		Garden Island has beautiful beaches and bays, and is an ideal place for picnics, swimming, fishing, surfing and sailing!
	www.annabella.net /garden.html (118 words)

	Boeing Australia Limited - Aerospace Support - Kalkara (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Boeing Australia Limited is responsible for the in-service support of the Kalkara system, including maintenance and repair of the UAV and the ground control station; preparation of the UAV for launch; controlling the UAV in flight; and recovery of the UAV at the completion of the mission.
		The contract was awarded to Boeing Australia in February 1997 and is due for completion in January 2008.
		Launches are conducted from Jervis Bay on the East Coast of Australia; Garden Island on the West Coast; and Woomera in central South Australia.
	www.boeing.com /global/Australia/DIVAerospaceSupport/ASkalkara.htm (164 words)

	Hamilton Island Australia
		Hamilton Island, situated off the Queensland coast in the heart of the Whitsunday's and The Great Barrier Reef, is unique as it has its own domestic airport which caters for almost 50 flights a week from the Australian mainland.
		The sense of escapism is then reinforced as you are taken in air conditioned comfort to your accommodation and realise your luggage is already taken care of and delivered directly to your apartment, room or bungalow.
		Hamilton Island is a privately owned resort and all the accommodation options are listed on the Hamilton Island accommodation page.
	www.auinfo.com /whitsunday-islands.htm (690 words)

	Daydream Island, Whitsunday, Australia
		Local folklore has it that the island was named in the early 1930's after the yacht 'Daydream'.
		Daydream island is ideal for exploring the Great Barrier Reef, and excursions operate from the islands own marina.
		Daydream Island accommodation is rated 4.5 star and options include Garden Rooms (no balcony), Garden Balcony Rooms, Ocean Balcony Rooms(with balconies and views across the Whitsundays) and Reef and Daydreamer Suites.
	www.auinfo.com /Daydream_Island.htm (591 words)

	Great Keppel Island - Australia
		At Great Keppel Island Resort the belief is that holidays are all about having fun.
		The island is over 1,400 hectares in size, 90% is natural bush land;
		An on demand shuttle bus is available for those not wishing to enjoy the 500 metre gentle incline through lush tropical gardens.
	www.seethewhitsundays.com /opp/resorts/gki/keppel.html (397 words)

	Rockingham, Western Australia - Travelmate
		Garden Island is Australia's largest Fleet Base, capable of supporting half the fleet and visitors can travel to the facility by private craft.
		During World War II, troops were stationed along the coast and Garden Island supported both Army and Navy personnel and the famous commando 'Z Force'.
		Rockingham was one of the earliest settlements in WA and is closely associated with Captain James Stirling's first landing on Garden Island in 1827 and the early years of the Swan River Settlement.
	www.travelmate.com.au /Places/Places.asp?TownId=1143 (270 words)

	Dunk Island - Australia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Dunk is one of Australia's most beautiful rainforest islands rising majestically from the warm waters of the Coral Sea.
		It is almost entirely covered by dense rainforest, and for the nature lover there are opportunities to bring you face to face with a myriad of exotic plants and animals.
		There are four levels of accommodations on the island, and all rooms have air-conditioning.
	www.skindiver.com /destinations/australia/body_dunk.html (140 words)

	HMS "Nottingham" Australia 2002 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		During July 2002, the British Royal Navy type 42 missile destroyer, HMS "Nottingham" was transiting the east coast of Australia on route to New Zealand.
		Whilst in the vicinity of Lord Howe Island (300 miles east of Sydney) it was found necessary to move a sick crew member via the ship's helicopter to Lord Howe Island for subsequent transfer to a Sydney hospital for treatment.
		other reason being that the Garden Island naval dockyard will be used for the final preparations for the "Piggyback" journey via the Panama Canal back to the UK for final assessment and repairs.
	pages.zdnet.com /hookares/royal-navy-medic-1945/id35.html (1786 words)

	Heron Island Resort - Australia
		Heron Island is a true coral cay right on the Great Barrier Reef.
		Here you can swim straight off the beach to an endless garden of coral where the waters are literally teeming with beautifully coloured fish and marine life.
		Located in a garden setting a short walk away from the beach, these cottages have a relaxed casual style.
	www.seethewhitsundays.com /opp/resorts/heron (730 words)

	Jarvis Island on Encyclopedia.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		island, 1.7 sq mi (4.4 sq km), central Pacific, one of the Line Islands, just south of the equator and c.1,300 mi (2,090 km) S of Honolulu.
		Known to British and American mariners, it was claimed in 1856 by the United States along with Howland Island and Baker Island but was annexed by Great Britain in 1889.
		American colonists were brought to Jarvis in 1935; the following year the island was placed under the U.S. Dept. of the Interior.
	www.encyclopedia.com /html/J/JarvisI1s.asp (317 words)

	Heron Island Resort Australia - Specials and Bookings
		Heron Island Resort is one of the few Queensland island resorts situated right on Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
		A Heron Island Resort holiday combines the rare excitement of nature with all the comforts of an international resort and is recommended for anyone wanting a true Great Barrier Reef experience.
		Tip for Booking Heron Island - Heron Island is a very popular resort and it does tend to book out well in advance at certain times of the year.
	www.heronisland.info (652 words)

	Great Keppel Island - Australia
		At Great Keppel Island Resort offers free activities over 17 amazing beaches, and in addition to that, the staff at Great Keppel pride themselves on ensuring that you as guests enjoy your holiday to the max.
		These out-of-the-ordinary encounters include a scuba diving introduction and full PADI training courses, tandem sky diving for the strong hearted, sunset camel treks along the beach and private windsurfing or sailing lessons.
		Cruise the island waters on one of our sailing/snorkelling adventures and enjoy the crystal clear waters.
	www.greatkeppelisland.co.uk (581 words)

	Sydney Harbour Cruises :: Australian Spirit Sailing
		Over the past 59 years, the Rolex Sydney Hobart has become an icon of Australia’s summer sport, ranking in public interest with such national events as the Melbourne Cup horse race, the Davis Cup tennis and the cricket tests between Australia and England.
		At Tasman Island the fleet turns right into Storm Bay for the final sail up the Derwent River to the historic port city of Hobart.
		Australia Day Regatta - The Australia Day Regatta, is the world's oldest continuous regatta.
	austspiritsailingco.com.au /special-events.htm (487 words)

	Eurong Beach Resort - Fraser Island Accommodation - Australia
		Eurong beach is Fraser Island's premier resort set amid hectares of lawns and garden on the absolute front of the 75 mile surf beach.
		A splendid new signature complex containing a restaurant, bars, conference and function rooms overlooks a large freeform swimming pool.
		Conducted scenic tours of the island in 4WD coaches depart every morning and afternoon.
	www.seefraserisland.com /opp/fia/eurong/eurong.html (241 words)

	Australian Amphipoda: Leucothoidae - novaehollandiae, Paraleucothoe
		Based on J.L. Barnard, 1972: 262, figs 153-155 [Bare Island, Botany Bay, New South Wales, Cronulla, New South Wales].
		Western Australia: Garden Island, Cockburn Sound (J.L. Barnard, 1972).
		North-eastern Australia to South-eastern Australia to Southern Australia to South-western Australia to North-western Australia to Northern Australia.
	www.crustacea.net /crustace/amphipoda/leucothoidae/www/novaehol.htm (269 words)

	Heron Island Hotels Australia
		Covering 18 hectares, Heron Island Resort lies on the Tropic of Capricorn, and is 72 kilometres northeast off the coast from Gladstone.
		This island is a true coral cay right on the Great Barrier Reef.
		The resort offer a total of 109 rooms, which are all decked with modern amenities that cater to your needs.
	www.hotelslookandbook.com /australia/Heron_Island.htm (150 words)

	Other Vascular Plant Catalogues (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		In the early 1900's she and her students collected in the South Pacific, specifically Tahiti, Cook Island, Australia, and New Zealand; we have a complete collection and duplicates (but not necessarily complete sets) are located at several major and minor institutions.
		Plant specimens collected as part of the survey were sent to Columbia University and later transferred to the New York Botanical Garden.
		Duplicates of most of the collection were also deposited at the Univ. of Minnesota, including several isotypes (see our type catalogue).
	www.cbs.umn.edu /herbarium/othercat.htm (303 words)

	Australian Amphipoda: Leucothoidae - goowera, Leucothoe
		Geraldton, north-west of Bluff Point, Western Australia, about 140 m depth.
		Western Australia: Fremantle (J.L. Barnard, 1974); Garden Island (J.L. Barnard, 1974); Geraldton (J.L. Barnard, 1974).
		North-eastern Australia to South-eastern Australia to Southern Australia to South-western Australia.
	www.crustacea.net /crustace/amphipoda/leucothoidae/www/goowera.htm (200 words)

	UsForOz - Publishers, Printers, Resume Enhancers! (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		During eight years as a public servant in Australia Keith served on various internal selection panels and grievance committees, sometimes as Chairperson, sometimes as union workplace representative and sometimes as line manager.
		Australia is not a set of borders, politicians or economic indicators.
		When I came to Australia in 1970 I was made welcome by 'Good Neighbours' sent by the Good Neighbour Council of Australia to greet new arrivals and make them welcome.
	members.iinet.net.au /~usforoz (2149 words)

	Eurong Beach Resort - Fraser Island - Australia - Facilities - Accommodation.
		Eurong Beach Resort - Fraser Island - Australia - Facilities - Accommodation.
		A casual beachfront bar and beer garden adjoin a second swimming pool.
		The beachfront bar has 8 ball tables and Karaoke on most nights and an up to date jukebox.
	www.ozmagic3.homestead.com /EurongFacilities.html (357 words)

	Southampton College:Continuing Education:Australia Program (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Southampton College of Long Island University presents an opportunity to broaden your academic experience through environmentally focused learning in Australia.
		Spend a full semester studying Australia through extended travel, field trips, site visits, independent research, classroom lectures and hands-on experience in a bio-intensive, subtropical garden.
		You will live in Byron Bay, a small South Pacific beach town located in the northern, subtropical region of New South Wales, an area rich in ecological diversity and unique because of the alternative lifestyles of the local population.
	www.liunet.edu /but04/sbut09/austral/intro/intro.html (101 words)

	Ahoy - Mac's Web Log-H.M.A.S. Canberra and the Battle of Savo Island-Bibliography
		Transcript of an address by Major Clemens to the Naval Historical Society of Australia.
		PAYNE, A. HMAS CANBERRA, THE NAVAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AUSTRALIA, Garden Island Sydney, 1973.
		All rights of publicity of the individuals named herein are expressly reserved, and, should be respected consistent with the reverence in which this memorial site was established.
	www.ahoy.tk-jk.net /Savo/Savo12Bibliography.html (583 words)

	Lautoka: Bekana Garden Island Resort - Traveler Reviews - Three Days of Peace - TripAdvisor
		Bekana Garden Island Resort: More rooms for more value
		We stayed in an indigenous bure rather than the luxury accommodation and were quite happy with this - very comfortable.
		Only real drawbacks for us were: our transfer operator struggled to find the jetty to connect us with Bekana Garden's boat service [this was pick up and drop off] and the city of Lautoka is quite visible from the island.
	tripadvisor.com /ShowUserReviews-g297566-d504888-r4003773-Bekana_Garden_Island... (540 words)

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	www.perfumesydney.com /se/au/nsw/GardenIsland (181 words)

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