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Because in January 1798 George Bass discovered it. He then returned with Matthew Flinders and name it Snapper Island. Captain James Grant then named it Grant Island. The island was eventually renamed after Sir Arthur Phillip, Governor of the First Fleet which sailed from England to Australia in 1788. He named it Phillip Island.
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What Ocean is Phillip island in?
Phillip Island is an island south of Melbourne, and not actually in an ocean at all. Phillip Island is located on the edge of Port Phillip Bay which is an extension of Bass Strait.
How long were Timothy and Phillip on the island in the book The Cay?
Timothy and Phillip were stranded on the island for approximately three months before they were rescued.
What is the area of Shire of Phillip Island?
The area of Shire of Phillip Island is 101.05 square kilometers.
What was named after Captain Arthur Phillip?
Places named after Captain Arthur Phillip include:Port Phillip BayPhillip Island, VictoriaPhillip Island, Norfolk Islandthe Canberra suburb of Phillip
Is Phillip Island part of Norfolk?
Yes. The Australian territory of Norfolk Island includes the main island of Norfolk itself, along with Phillip Island (the second largest island in the territory) and Nepean Island. Phillip Island is not inhabited and is a Commonwealth reserve, part of the Norfolk Island National Park. Australia has another Phillip Island, which lies off the southern coast of the state of Victoria.
Where can one find information on Phillip Island?
Information about Phillip Island can be found at the Phillip Island Visitor Information Center. The visitor center has information on accommodations, restaurants, and local attractions.
What are 4 places named after Gov Arthur Phillip?
Port Phillip BayPhillip Island in VictoriaPhillip Island at Norfolk Islandthe Canberra suburb of Phillip
What is Phillip Island famous for?
Phillip Island is famous for two things: * the nightly "Penguin Parade" of fairy penguins as they return to their nests * the motorcycle races and championships held on the Phillip Island circuit
Is myley Cyrus in Phillip island?
Yes Miley was in Phillip Island... December 31st - Jan 05 210
What is the language spoken on Phillip island?
English. But Phillip Island was originally settled by Bunurong speaking peoples of Australia.
What parts of Australia are named after Arthur Phillip?
Port Phillip BayPhillip Island in VictoriaPhillip Island at Norfolk Islandthe Canberra suburb of Phillipthe Naval College Division of Phillip
What happened in the book The Cay?
it is About a Boy called phillip and old man called timothy they get lost on a cay (island)
