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Whyalla was previously known as "Hummocks Hill" and was referred to by that name till 1916. Whyalla is the 5th most populous city in Australia. The city is located on the eastern side of the Eyre Peninsula and is also known as the 'Steel City' mainly because of its shipbuilding heritage and steelworks.

According to the census of 2016, the city had a population of 21,742. The city's urban area consists of many suburbs like Whyalla Norrie, Whyalla Playford, and Whyalla Jenkins. Whyalla Seaport has been engaged in exporting iron ore for more than 100 years now.

Whyalla Tourism Visitors have a lot to see when they come to Whyalla. Tourists can devour into the cultural and industrial history of the city through many public tours and museums. Viewers can also enjoy a guided tour to Whyalla Maritime Museum. This ship was a part of World War II and is known as the first ship that was built during the war. The museum offers plenty of displays that commemorate the mining and shipbuilding history of the city.

Living in Whyalla Whyalla has several schools and educational institutes engaged in offering primary, secondary and tertiary education. Whyalla is also known for its ecotourism. Boat facilities are present in Point Lowly North Marinas and Whyalla. The famous Whyalla Marina has a jetty which is well illuminated at night, mainly for the fishermen.

History of Whyalla The city's history dates back many years when William Morgan Burgoyne had recommended this site for establishing a port. During this time, there were no settlements in the region. There were several kangaroos in the area. In the year 1970, this city was given full local government status. From 2004, the northern region of South Australia experienced a mineral exploration boom. This was when Whyalla benefited a lot from the new ventures as it was located at the edge of Gawler Craton.