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	King Island travel guide - Wikitravel
		King Island [1] is a relatively large island located in Bass Strait to the north-west of Tasmania.
		Primary access to King Island is by aeroplane into Currie, using one of the small regional airlines based in Melbourne or northern Tasmania.
		The grass on the island produces an extremely rich and creamy milk and local dairies turn that into exquisite brie, camembert etc. Much of the output is exported to the mainland, but a portion of their products are reserved for on-island use, and gourmets may find that an extra attraction.
	www.wikitravel.org /en/King_Island (310 words)

	King Island
		King Island is located in the Bering Straits, approximately 40 miles due south of Cape Prince of Wales and the village of Wales.
		King Island was located and named by Captain James Cook in 1778, although no mention is made in a history of the regions of any inhabitants on the island at that time.
		Photography of King Island in the late Nineteenth Century indicated a settlement of walrus-skin dwelling lashed to the face of King Island's cliffs.
	www.kawerak.org /tribalHomePages/kingIsland/index.html (311 words)

	Arts Tasmania - Residencies - King Island
		Arts Tasmania, King Island Council have come together to offer the King Island Natural and Cultural Residency for an individual or collaboration of practising artists working in any art form to develop their work in response to the island’s unique island history, lifestyle and landscape.
		King Island is situated in Bass Strait, 50 minute’s flight time from Tasmania’s North-West Coast and in the path of the notorious Roaring Forties winds which bring reliable rainfall and dramatic seas that wash ashore great clumps of bull kelp, harvested on the island.
		The King Island Residency (studio and accommodation) is located at Currie, the island’s main township, 8 km from the airport and 38km from Grassy and Naracoopa.
	www.arts.tas.gov.au /grants/program/residencies/king_island.htm (1236 words)

	Welcome to King Island Lodge Located on Lake Of The Woods
		Hanson's King Island Lodge is located on a beautiful 7 acre island in Sabaskong Bay on Lake of the Woods.
		A 12 mile boat ride from Nestor Falls, Ontario, King Island is located in the heart of some of the most productive waters in North America, with many fish species to choose from.
		Hanson's King Island was established in 1926 by Kendall Hanson and his brother Marion.
	www.kingislandlodge.com (197 words)

	King Island
		But the best thing about King Island is the food, with free range lamb and pork and local beef and wallaby, as well as seafood and delicious creamy milk, which you can drink unpasteurized while on the island – a rare treat.
		The island’s kelp factory is near Currie’s golf course; the bull kelp is gathered from the surrounding shores and left to dry outside the factory on racks – you’ll see it as you pass by.
		King Island Coach Tours, based in Currie at 95 Main St (free tel 1800/647 702), do pre-booked airport transfers to Currie, which is less than 10km away ($5; $10 if you are the only passenger), and transfers to Naracoopa to Grassy.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /australia/tasmania/kingisland.asp (533 words)

	Intierra - Resource Intelligence - News
		ASX-listed King Island Scheelite has lodged a development proposal and environmental management plan with the King Island Council and the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industries, Water and Environment, for the redevelopment of the King Island scheelite mine on King Island in Bass Strait.
		King Island Scheelite aims to commence construction of the mine in 2006.
		King Island Scheelite’s chairman, Ray Soper said "King Island Scheelite is committed to developing and operating the proposed mine redevelopment in a responsible manner with respect to the environment and local communities.
	www.intierra.com /news.asp?news_id=8536 (329 words)

	King Island Flora and Fauna Page
		King Island is extremely fertile with a mild maritime climate.
		King Island’s climate is one of moderate temperatures with a reliable rainfall that supports an outstanding agricultural industry.
		King Island’s native vegetation has been greatly modified since European settlement by a significant increase in fire events and the introduction of vegetation clearing.
	www.kingisland.org.au /kiflor.asp (916 words)

	King Island travel guide - Wikitravel
		King Island [1] is a relatively large island located in Bass Strait to the north-west of Tasmania.
		Primary access to King Island is by aeroplane into Currie, using one of the small regional airlines based in Melbourne or northern Tasmania.
		The grass on the island produces an extremely rich and creamy milk and local dairies turn that into exquisite brie, camembert etc. Much of the output is exported to the mainland, but a portion of their products are reserved for on-island use, and gourmets may find that an extra attraction.
	wikitravel.org /en/King_Island (292 words)

	King Island Tourist Information
		King Island lies in the path of the Roaring Forties, the ever-present westerlies that circle the world’s southern latitudes.
		King Islanders have a special relationship with the sea.the island’s kelpies gather bull kelp tossed on shore by storms, while cray fishermen and abalone divers harvest rich catches from beneath the surface.
		On King Island’s flat farmlands, beef and dairy cattle shelter behind thick tea-tree hedges - the lush grass is the secret to the succulent local beef, rich cream and wonderful hand-made cheeses.
	www.webtourist.net /touristinformation/about-king_island-australia.html (438 words)

	King Island - Search Results - MSN Encarta
		King Island, island in the western Bass Strait between Tasmania—of which it is officially a part—and mainland Australia.
		Tasmania, state in south-eastern Australia, consisting of the island of Tasmania some 240 km (150 mi) south of the mainland of continental...
		King Island Cheeses, range of farmhouse cheeses from King Island, Australia.
	uk.encarta.msn.com /King_Island.html (103 words)

	King Island Christmas: Alese & Morton Pechter (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Winter is closing in on King Island, a remote island off Alaska in the Bering Sea, and soon the villagers will be cut off from the rest of the world by the ice that makes travel to and from the island impossible for many months.
		On the leeward side of the island the sea is calmer and the islanders are able to bring their supplies and Father Carroll to shore in time to celebrate Christmas.
		King Island is like Camelot: it's as much a state of mind as it is a place.
	www.pbol.com /pechter/kingisland (1205 words)

	11 Most Endangered Places at National Trust for Historic Preservation - King Island
		King Island is a rock-cliff landmass rising out of the Bering Strait 95 miles from Nome.
		For centuries, King Island was occupied by the Inupiat Eskimos, known as "King Islanders" or Ugiuvangmiut.
		The King Island Native Corporation, which owns the land, is working to protect and rebuild the island’s modest homes and public ceremonial buildings-most of them originally made of wood with walrus skin roofs.
	www.nationaltrust.org /11Most/list.asp?i=172 (274 words)

	Spartanburg SC \| GoUpstate.com \| Spartanburg Herald-Journal (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The King Island Emu or Black Emu (Dromaius ater) is an extinct ratite species which occurred on King Island between Australia and Tasmania.
		The King Island Emu was discovered by the Baudin expedition in 1802.
		At the time of the death of the last captive bird, the species was long gone from King Island, having been killed off by hunting and, apparently, fires started by visiting sailors.
	www.goupstate.com /apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=NEWS&template=wiki&text=King_Island_Emu (219 words)

	King Island (Site not responding. Last check: )
		King Island is an isolated chunk of rock rising several hundred feet straight out of the Bering Sea.
		Given the brutal nature of the environment in which it originated, King Island kayaks are said to be the toughest of the traditional kayaks.
		King Island kayaks are short.15' wide, 26' deep, about 15' by __" wide by __' deep.) Cargo (walrus was a favorite) is carried inside the large hull.
	www.brewerycreek.ca /pages/kingisland.html (144 words)

	King Island Lodge, Ontario, Canada
		Accommodations on King Island are in private cottages around the perimeter of the island.
		King Island is located on Sabaskong Bay, on the east side of Lake of the Woods.
		The small sand beach at King Island is a favourite location for the kids to enjoy swimming, sunning and playing in the sand.
	www.privateislandsonline.com /king-island.htm (982 words)

	KING ISLAND, TALLEST LIGHTHOUSE, SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE
		King Island was discovered in 1798, and was a preferred breeding area for sea elephants and seals.
		Around the island are many shipwrecks, caused by the rough seas of the Bass Strait.
		There is a selection of wildlife on the island, and some fantastic beaches and lakes to explore.
	www.australianexplorer.com /king_island.htm (227 words)

	Sovereignty and intellectual property rights : ICT [2002/03/02]
		A final example comes from Alaska, where King Island Native Community members are fighting for the proprietary rights to their name, cultural heritage and related tribal resources and intellectual property.
		Of course, the King Island people are offended that the recording company has engaged in these activities without their knowledge or prior informed consent.
		As if this isn't bad enough, King Island people, who have seen the lyrics and the musical production upon which they are based, contend that the content is based on inaccurate portrayals of real people and historical events, and are of the opinion that the recording is denigrating, offensive and racist.
	www.indiancountry.com /content.cfm?id=1015083057 (848 words)

	King Kong Island Home Is Pure Fantasy, Ecology Experts Say (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Summary Skull Island, the mythical home of the great ape King Kong, is supposed to lie in the Indian Ocean—but its bizarre assortment of wildlife seems to be from out of this world.
		In the island's jungles roam a wide array of dinosaurs, including Tyrannosaurus rex; aggressive, 3-foot (90-centimeter) cockroaches; bloodthirsty car-size crabs; and, of course, Kong, a 25-foot-tall (8-meter-tall) silverback gorilla who lives alone in his mountain hideaway.
		Islands, as Charles Darwin said, appear to be nature's laboratory, where experiments are carried out with species that travel from the mainland.
	news.nationalgeographic.com /news/2005/12/1214_051214_king_kong.html (480 words)

	King Island Council - Home
		At the western entrance to Bass Strait lies an idylic place known as King Island.
		An island rich in history, with shipwrecks, lighthouses and jagged reefs, bountiful with long stretching sandy beaches and lush green pasture.
		From our little paradise we produce some of Australia's finest natural foods for which we are probably best known including beef, cheese, crayfish and abalone, yet there is more to this 64km long by 27km wide stretch of land than first meets the eye.
	www.kingisland.tas.gov.au (80 words)

	King Island - Discover Tasmania
		King Island lies in the path of the Roaring Forties, the ever-present westerlies that circle the world’s southern latitudes.
		On King Island’s flat farmlands, beef and dairy cattle shelter behind thick ti-tree hedges - the lush grass is the secret to the succulent local beef, rich cream and wonderful hand-made cheeses.
		King Island’s wildlife, both native and exotic, can sometimes surprise - yes, that was a pheasant you saw in the roadside hedge.
	www.discovertasmania.com.au /trade/index.cfm?SiteID=354 (360 words)

	The University of Findlay - Fall Choir Performance, Nov. 20
		âKing Island Christmas,â with music by David Friedman and libretto by Deborah Brevoort, is based on the book by Jean Rogers and illustrated by Rie Munoz.
		Inspired by a true story, âKing Island Christmasâ is a heartwarming story about the power of community and the ability of the human spirit to overcome adversity.
		The freighter is carrying the village priest and is on its last arctic voyage before the winter ice closes in around King Island.
	www.findlay.edu /newsevents/news/newsreleases/2005/11/kingislandchristmas.htm?wbc_purpose=basic%2cbasic%2cbasic%2cbasic&WBCMODE=presentationunpublished%2cpresentationunpublished%2cpresentationunpublished%2cpresentationunpubli (304 words)

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		King Island Bruny Island Maria Island Flinders Island
		KING ISLAND Located off the north west tip of Tasmania, 64 km long and 27 km wide, is situated in Bass Strait midway between Victoria and the north-west of mainland Tasmania.
		King Island is a peaceful and beautiful retreat and is predominantly flat which is ideal for bush walking or hiking through flora ranging from tea tree to rainforest with a staggering variety of wildlife including wild turkey, pheasants, peafowl, sea eagles, penguin rookeries, seals and much more.
	www.freehomepages.com /drfraser/page23.html (311 words)

	King Island
		Much of King Island’s early history lies on reefs beneath the waters of its coastline.
		Walk across the island to pockets of rainforest and sweeping white beaches or follow the trails on horseback.
		The island’s warm winters, mild summers and reliable rainfall help produce some of the finest foods in the country.
	www.angelfire.com /de/juztaspage/kisland.html (258 words)

	King Island
		The island state of Tasmania, Australia has many delights for a traveller to explore.
		king island • kingston • king river • kookaburra • knopwood
		kings island • cedar point • coshocton • canal • baseball
	www.suite101.com /reference/king_island (302 words)

	King Island, Australia - Definition, explanation
		King Island is one of the islands that makes up the state of Tasmania, Australia.
		The island is named for Governor King of New South Wales, whose territory at the time include what is now Tasmania.
		Situated in the centre of Bass Strait, King Island has been the location of many ship wrecks, involving much loss of life, with the immigrant ship Cataraqui being the most disastrous.
	www.calsky.com /lexikon/en/txt/k/ki/king_island__australia.php (366 words)

	King Island to sign Kyoto protocol - 22/12/2006
		Tasmania's King Island is planning to sign the Kyoto protocol and formally commit to reducing its greenhouse emissions.
		While the island is well-known for its clean and green produce, residents believe that signing the agreement would further boost its reputation.
		Mayor Charles Arnold says he hopes the move will also send a clear message to the Federal Government, which is refusing to ratify the protocol.
	www.abc.net.au /rural/news/content/2006/s1817434.htm (105 words)

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		The administrative and commercial centre of King Island, occupying a harbour which is protected by an extensive breakwater.The town's civic institutions include the hospital, King Island District High School, museum, Council Chambers and Town Hall.
		One of the main towns on King Island, high on a plateau overlooking the coast and harbour, situated in the south east corner of the island, 29 Km from Currie.
		Locals say it was named after Grassy Island, an island that is always green Grassy Harbour is the site of the Island's deepwater port.
	www.freehomepages.com /drfraser/page29.html (666 words)

	Vashon - Maury Island Environmental Information
		King County is proud to have supported this grassroots effort, co-funded by the Vashon-Maury Island Audubon, Trout and Salmon Foundation and Washington Trout.
		Vashon-Maury Island was included in this effort and a representative from the Vashon community participated in the citizen-stakeholder Steering Committee for the watershed.
		In addition, island residents provided extensive comments on the draft watershed plan in the spring of 2005 and many of these comments led to changes in the final plan released.
	dnr.metrokc.gov /wlr/watersheds/puget/vashon-maury-island.htm (1521 words)

	KING ISLAND CHRISTMAS
		The North Star freighter, carrying the village priest, is anchored in the Bering Sea on Christmas eve, on it’s last arctic voyage before the winter ice closes in around King Island.
		In a communal effort, the villagers triumphantly carry their oomiak over a mountain to the calmer waters of the lee, and bring the priest ashore.
		King Island Christmas is a heartwarming story about the power of community and the ability of the human spirit to overcome adversity.
	www.deborahbrevoort.com /KingIslandChristmas.htm (547 words)

	Amazon.com: King Island Christmas: Music: King Island Christmas (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Based on the children's book by Jean Rogers and set as a dramatic cantata, King Island Christmas tells the true story of a remote Alaskan village that is anticipating the arrival of a ship bearing winter supplies and their priest.
		King Island Christmas is the true story of the inhabitants of a remote island in the Bering Sea off the coast of Alaska.
		King Island and their people are a dying culture.
	www.amazon.com /King-Island-Christmas/dp/B00004T1EK (1344 words)

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