What is the history of the Renmark?

Renmark, located on the Murray River in South Australia, was established in 1887 by Canadians George and William Chaffey as Australia's first irrigation colony, transforming arid pastoral land into a productive fruit-growing region. Originally inhabited by the Erawirung people, the town grew as a riverboat port, pioneered community-owned hotel ownership in 1897 to manage liquor sales, and overcame early financial crises through the establishment of the Renmark Irrigation Trust.

Why is Renmark called Renmark?

Renmark is thought to be named from an Aboriginal word meaning "red mud", or derived from the name of Bookmark station, or named after William Renny, an early settler in the area.

What are some interesting facts about Renmark?

Renmark was proclaimed a town in 1904 and a municipality in 1935. The Renmark Hotel was the first community-owned hotel in the British Empire and became the town's major landmark. Renmark was connected to Adelaide by rail on 31 January 1927, when the railway line across the bridge to Paringa was opened.

Who discovered Renmark?

On 14 February 1887 Canadian brothers George and William Chaffey signed an agreement undertaking to establish an irrigation colony on part of the Robertson brothers Bookmark Station leasehold. Younger brother Charles was appointed to be in charge of the Renmark settlement.

Who are the indigenous people of the Renmark?

Traditional Owner Groups

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners, the First Peoples of the River Murray and Mallee Region, the Ngaiawang, Ngawait, Nganguruku, Erawirung, Ngintait, Ngaralte and Ngarkat people in the Renmark Paringa region, and other First Nation people across Australia.

Renmark South Australia: All the things we loved

Why is there no DNA test for aboriginality?

Genetic testing provides no 'pure' point of reference for Aboriginal identity, especially given the history of colonisation in Australia. Scientists cannot now recover the control data that establishes the set of Indigenous genetic traits at contact.

What is the 3 point test for aboriginality?

The standard three-part test for Aboriginality in Australia, used for government programs and benefits, requires a person to demonstrate biological descent from an Indigenous Australian, self-identify as Aboriginal, and be recognized as Aboriginal by their Indigenous community, though the exact application and proof of descent can vary. This test, originating from Mabo (No 2) case law, balances ancestral lineage with cultural acceptance, though it faces debate over the complexities of proving descent and the role of community recognition. 

Who is Aboriginal DNA closest to?

Apart from the neighboring Bougainville Papuans, the closest populations to the Aboriginal Australian are the Munda speakers of India and the Aeta from the Philippines (Fig.

Why didn't the Dutch claim Australia?

Twenty-nine other Dutch navigators explored the western and southern coasts in the 17th century, and dubbed the continent New Holland. Most of the explorers of this period concluded that the apparent lack of water and fertile soil made the region unsuitable for colonisation.

What river runs through Renmark?

Renmark sits on a sweeping bend of the Murray River, its name derived from the Aboriginal word “red mud.” The town boasts one of the most beautiful and accessible riverfronts in the Riverland and here's how you can get started exploring it.

What fruit is grown in Renmark?

The Riverland is a vital region for many horticultural and farming industries like citrus growing and packing, wine grapes and wineries, almonds and almond processing, stone fruit, avocados, vegetables, grain crops and a myriad of other foods and processors.

What is the rarest thing in Australia?

Australia's rarest natural phenomena

1. Aurora Australis, TAS. Photograph: Luke Tscharke | Aurora Australis, Ruins of Horton College. ...
2. Bioluminescent plankton, NSW. ...
3. Red crab migration, Christmas Island. ...
4. Lake Hillier, WA. ...
5. World's largest dinosaur footprints, WA. ...
6. Wave Rock, WA. ...
7. Staircase to the Moon, WA. ...
8. Wildflower Country, WA.

What do aboriginals call Australia?

There were so many different tribes that there wouldn't be one single name. In a lot of the Dreamtime stories that have survived, individual islands have been named, but Australia as a whole tended to be referred to as "the land", rather than having a name.

Is Renmark worth visiting?

Renmark is home to Twenty Third Street Distillery, a revitalised 100 year old cellar door producing one of South Australia's most loved gin. Settle in at the luxury Frames Retreats overlooking the tranquil waters of the River Murray or savour the sights over a brew at the historic sheering sheds of Wilkadene Brewery.

What happened on 26 January 1788?

The First Fleet of 11 ships, commanded by Captain Arthur Phillip, set up a convict settlement at Sydney Cove (now Circular Quay) on 26 January 1788. This was the beginning of convict settlement in Australia.

What was Australia called before Australia?

After Dutch navigators charted the northern, western and southern coasts of Australia during the 17th Century this newly found continent became known as 'New Holland'. It was the English explorer Matthew Flinders who suggested the name we use today.

Why did Dutch lose their colony to England?

The Dutch gave up the colony without a fight.

At its peak, only about 9,000 people lived in New Netherland, leaving it vulnerable to attack from the English, who fought three wars against the Dutch, their main commercial rivals, between 1652 and 1674 and who vastly outnumbered them in the New World.

Which country is Australia's best friend?

They acknowledge two distinct maritime boundaries conclusively delimited by the Australia–New Zealand Maritime Treaty of 2004. In 2017, a major poll showed that New Zealand was considered Australia's "best friend", a position previously held by the United States.

Who is the oldest race in the world?

According to the most recent archaeological evidence, Aboriginal peoples have been living on this land for at least 65,000 years, confirming what Aboriginal people have always known, that they are the world's oldest continuous living culture.

What blood type are most Aboriginals?

With respect to ABO groups, group O is the most common blood group in Aboriginal communities in Northern Australia, such as Cape York, the Northern region and Kimberley. Group A is the second most common blood group in the Aboriginal community, mainly in Central Australia, whereas groups B and AB are uncommon [6].

Are Aboriginals fully human?

They have shown that modern day Aboriginal Australians are the direct descendents of the first people who arrived on the continent some 50,000 years ago and that those ancestors left Africa earlier than their European and Asian counterparts.

Can you identify as Aboriginal without proof?

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage is personal to the individual. You don't need to prove that you are an Indigenous Australian.

Can a blood test prove aboriginality?

But for Australian Aboriginal people, or those searching their family tree, a DNA test will not necessarily give you confirmation of an indigenous Australian heritage. There's three types of different tests available, but they're not going to yield exact results for very different reasons.

Can I self identify as Indigenous?

Any client may self‑identify as being an Aboriginal person, regardless of legal status under the Indian Act. No proof of ancestry or belonging to a band is necessary. Clients must be given an opportunity to provide information related to their Aboriginal cultural identity, but are not obligated to answer.