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Matthew Flinders Plaque
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The plaque commemorates explorer Matthew Flinders who named Streaky Bay in 1802. The plaque is located on the Nuyts Obelisk.
In 1802 Matthew Flinders named Streaky Bay whilst on his voyage in the Investigator. In his log of 5 February 1802, he describes:
"And the water was much discoloured in Streaks... and I called it Streaky Bay"
It is now known these streaks are caused by the release of oils by certain species of seaweed in the bay.
Flinders Plaque Unveiling 1948Location
| Address: | Alfred Terrace & Bay Road, Streaky Bay, 5680 |
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| State: | SA |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -32.795961 Long: 134.211094 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Plaque |
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| Monument Theme: | People |
| Sub-Theme: | Exploration |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Thursday 20th May, 1948 |
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Front Inscription
MATTHEW FLINDERS , R.N.,
1774-1814.
Commander Of H.M. sloop 'Investigator.' "
On 5th February, 1802, Named Streaky Bay, The Water
Being Discoloured In Streaks: Point Brown,
Cape Bauer, Point Westall And Olive Island,
After Members Of The Ship's Complement.
Unveiled 20 May, 1948.
Source: MA, SAMMATTHEW FLINDERS , R.N.,
1774-1814.
Commander Of H.M. sloop 'Investigator.' "
On 5th February, 1802, Named Streaky Bay, The Water
Being Discoloured In Streaks: Point Brown,
Cape Bauer, Point Westall And Olive Island,
After Members Of The Ship's Complement.
Unveiled 20 May, 1948.
Monument details supplied by Monument Australia - www.monumentaustralia.org.au
