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The fertile agricultural area of the Darling Downs in Queensland was named by explorer Allan Cunningham after then-Governor Ralph Darling.
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Who named Darling Downs in 1827?
The Darling Downs is a farming region in Southern Queensland, Australia. It was named after the Governor of New South Wales, Ralph Darling, by explorer Allan Cunningham.
What is the area of Darling Downs?
The area of Darling Downs is 77,388.7 square kilometers.
Who discovered the Darling Downs?
The Darling Downs, an area of rich, fertile land in inland southern Queensland, were discovered by explorer andbotanist Allan Cunninghamin 1827.
What is the highest recorded temperature in the Darling Downs?
The highest temperature ever recorded in Toowoomba (closest major city to the Darling Downs) was 39.3 °C (102.7 °F). Toowoomba is in the east, and does not often experience extreme temperatures.However, the Darling Downs encompasses a very large area. Other temperature extremes include:Roma - (virtually the centre of the Darling Downs) - 44.0 °C (111.2 °F)Charleville - 46.4 °C (115.52 °F)Cunnamulla (on the far southwestern edge of the Darling Downs) - 46.9 °C (116.42 °F)
Who explored from the Darling Downs to Port Essington?
Ludwig Leichhardt was the German /Prussian explorer who first travelled overland from Jimbour on the Darling Downs to Port Essington, in the far north of Australia.
What has the author J L Blyth written?
J. L. Blyth has written: 'Darling Downs writers' -- subject(s): Australian Authors, Australian literature, Bio-bibliography, Darling Downs (Qld.), Dictionaries, Homes and haunts
Is it always so windy in the Darling Downs area in Queensland?
It is not always windy in the Darling Downs. The Darling Downs lie on the western side of the Great Dividing Range, and are subject to a variety of climatic conditions, including storms, rain, drought and wind. In the summer, the area is hot and dry, with occasional storms which may be quite violent, and occasional periods of flooding rains.. In winter, it is much cooler but still dry.
What are relatives of the Darling Downs hopping mouse?
The Darling Downs hopping mouse is extinct. As a hopping mouse, its living relatives are the Northern hopping mouse, Mitchell's hopping mouse, Dusky hopping mouse, Fawn hopping mouse and Spinifex hopping mouse.
How did the Darling River get its name?
The Darling River was named by Charles Sturt in 1829. During an expedition in which he traced the Macquarie River, Sturt arrived suddenly at what he described as "a noble river". This was the Darling, which he named after Governor Darling.
What is Wendy Darling's pet name?
Wendy Darling's dog was named Nana.
Who named wattel downs?
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When was Rodney Fisher born?
Rodney Fisher was born on May 11, 1939, in Darling Downs, Queensland, Australia.
