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Whyalla has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild to cool winters, and mild rainfall spread throughout the year. It is best to visit here during the summer season, from November to March.

HMAS Whyalla

HMAS Whyalla is a retired World War II-era Barthurst-class corvette and the first ship to be built in the city of Whyalla during the war. This 733-tonne vintage ship was in service until 1984 and was later purchased by the city council for AUD 5000. It now stands as the centerpiece of Whyalla Maritime Museum in the city.

Whyalla Maritime Museum

The Whyalla Maritime Museum displays the history of local shipping (through models, photographs and audio-visual displays) with a guided tour of the HMAS Whyalla and a huge model railway display. It tells a detailed account of HMAS Whyalla’s achievements in the Second World War and several journals and charts that reflect early maritime heritage.

Hummock Hill

Apart from offering a superb 360-degree view of the city and the coast of Eyre Peninsula, the Hummock Hill in Whyalla is credited for first local settlement and subsequent mining and shipping operations. It was also a prominent observation post during the Second World War and it still has several gun emplacements still standing from that period. The southern slope of Hummock Hill is home to Ada Ryan Gardens, a beautiful green park with a duck pond and some native fauna.

Mt Laura Homestead Museum

The National Trust Mount Laura Homestead Museum comprises a 9-room homestead (built in 1922) located in the center of the city. It is home to several artifacts related to Whyalla’s history and is known for a 100-year old cottage and an extensive display of old engines. This museum also has a 100-year old gaol that is made entirely of wood and iron.

Festivals and Events

Sculpture Competition

The Sculpture Competition will be an integral part of Australia’s regional uneARths Festival during celebrated during the 2017 Easter long weekend. The festival asks local schools, community groups, creative individuals, and arts organizations in the city to create a theme-based sculpture for the festival.

Queen of the Desert

Queen of the Desert celebrates the significance and success of Australian movie industry and participants are invited to dress themselves and their vehicles with the theme of their favorite Australian movie. This four-day celebration also includes a multi-themed street parade and prizes for the best dressed vehicle and its owner.

Getting Around in Whyalla

The city of Whyalla is served by buses and taxis. One can also use bicycles to move through the city, however bicycle rental facilities are not available.