Common questions

What is wrong with Port Pirie?

What is wrong with Port Pirie?

It is the most polluted town in Australia. Nyrstar manage annual lead levels by shutting down production so they can keep their licence – which means the community are over exposed for most of the year. There were 2 major chemical leaks into the Pirie waterway last year (2019).

Is Port Pirie rural?

The Council area includes the city of Port Pirie, a historically significant city and busy commercial regional centre, as well as the rural towns of Crystal Brook, Redhill, Koolunga, Wandearah, Mundoora, Napperby and Warnertown….About Our Region.

Total Population 17,333
Total number of Elected Members 11 (including Mayor)

What is Port Pirie known for?

Port Pirie is one of the world’s largest primary lead smelting facilities and the third largest silver producer, which allows it to generate significant economies of scale. Port Pirie is strategically linked to the Hobart smelter through flows of by-products such as paragoethite and leach products.

What is the most Bogan town in Australia?

Tasmania. Tasmania was named the ‘bogan capital of Australia’ with Taswegians earning four spots in the final. On the island of Tasmania, half the population has literacy and/or numeracy difficulties, and the unemployment rate is higher than it is in mainland Australia.

Can you fish at Port Pirie?

Fishing is permitted outside of Zone 1. Catch and release fishing is permitted in Zone 1. Follow the directions of the closure notice published by the Department of Primary Industries and Port Pirie fishing closure map (PDF 268KB).

Is Ceduna remote or rural?

Ceduna is considered very remote and may attract the following additional incentives for certain roles: Remoteness Area Payment up to $10,000.

Is Port Pirie water safe to drink?

Rainwater in Port Pirie contains lead. Studies have shown that contamination can be at levels high enough to cause serious health concerns or poisoning if drinking rainwater or using it in any circumstance where the end product is consumed. This risk can be easily avoided by drinking and using mains or bottled water.

How big is the airport in Port Pirie?

Port Pirie Airport (distanced approximately 6.5 km) – airport hotels You can also dive right into Port Pirie on unique 3D satellite map provided by Google Earth. With new GoogLe Earth plugin you can enjoy the interactive Port Pirie 3D map within your web browser. No placemark has been added to this place yet.

Where is Port Pirie in South Australia located?

Welcome to the Port Pirie google satellite map! This place is situated in Port Pirie City and Dists, South Australia, Australia, its geographical coordinates are 33° 11′ 0″ South, 138° 1′ 0″ East and its original name (with diacritics) is Port Pirie.

Where can I book a hotel in Port Pirie?

Maplandia.com in partnership with Booking.com offers highly competitive rates for all types of hotels in Port Pirie, from affordable family hotels to the most luxurious ones. Booking.com, being established in 1996, is longtime Europe’s leader in online hotel reservations.