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 1837 - 1848 ... The
Early Days
In 1837
Colonel William Light travelled from Adelaide to Encounter Bay,
passing through what is now known as Willunga.
In 1839
John McLaren surveyed the Southern Districts which was followed
by the development of "Morphetts Vale", Onkaparinga Valley,
"McLarens Vale" Aldinga Plains, Kungarilla Valley and Willunga.
In July 1848
the first Willunga Ploughing Match took place which was open to
competitors from all parts of the colony. Supporters &
competitors met at the "Willunga Inn" after the match.
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