Australia - New South Wales

Question 1

What are the Zones of New South Wales? (8)

Answer 1

Big Rivers

Central Ranges

Hunter Valley

Northern Rivers

Northern Slopes

South Coast

Southern New South Wales

Western Plains

Question 2

How would you describe the climate of New South Wales?

Answer 2

Generally hot and humid but can get cold at high altitudes

Question 3

How would you describe the Soils of New South Wales?

Answer 3

Alluvial, Red Clay and Sand

Question 4

What is the climate of the Upper Hunter Valley

Answer 4

• Subtropical - One of the warmest (only Riverland is hotter) and wettest (average 20 inches of rain during growing season) climates in Australia. It is mitigated by high amounts of humidity, rain, and wind.

Question 5

Name 5 Notable Producers from New South Wales

Answer 5

Clonakilla (Canberra District) Brokenwood (Hunter Valley) Ross Hill (Orange) Moppity (Hilltops) Hart & Hand; Hunter (Hunter Valley)