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It was discovered in 1798, was formally claimed by [[Great Britain]] in 1802 and named after the Governor of [[New South Wales]] of the time, Phillip Gidley King. Permanent settlement only came about in 1855. The main town is Currie. Dairy farming is its main occupation, especially the production of cheese – King Island cheeses are admired the world over and regularly win prizes in Europe. Beef is also produced and like the cheeses it is highly regarded. Unfortunately, the island's only abattoir was closed in September 2012 and cattle have to be shipped to the Tasmanian mainland for slaughter. Options are being considered.
It was discovered in 1798, was formally claimed by [[Great Britain]] in 1802 and named after the Governor of [[New South Wales]] of the time, Phillip Gidley King. Permanent settlement only came about in 1855. The main town is Currie. Dairy farming is its main occupation, especially the production of cheese – King Island cheeses are admired the world over and regularly win prizes in Europe. Beef is also produced and like the cheeses it is highly regarded. Unfortunately, the island's only abattoir was closed in September 2012 and cattle have to be shipped to the Tasmanian mainland for slaughter. Options are being considered.
The latest news not behind a Paywall is:http://www.theadvocate.com.au/story/3534639/fresh-move-for-king-island-abattoir/
[[Category: Australia]]
[[Category: Australia]]
[[Category:Islands]]
[[Category:Islands]]
[[Category:Tasmania]]
[[Category:Tasmania]]