SkillBuilder discussion Geographical inquiry
1. Look at FIGURE3 . Where are soldier settlement areas located? 2. What types of land were typically used for soldier settlements? 3. Mind map and discuss some of the reasons for the soldier settlement schemes.
Remote mining communities Karratha, Broken Hill and Tom Price are remote mining towns. Skilled and semi-skilled workers can earn high salaries for working in these remote locations. Many þy in and þy out (FIFO). In 2024, it was estimated that 60 000 workers þy in for a shift that may last up to 2 weeks and þy home for 2 weeks off. Mining companies provide accommodation in mining camps with meals and work gear included.
FIGURE4 Mount Tom Price mine and Tom Price township
SkillBuilder discussion Geographical inquiry 1. Describe the landscape around Mount Tom Price mine and township shown in FIGURE4 .
2. Why do you think the mine and township have the same name? 3. Would you like to live here? Give reasons for your answer.
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