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- Rather, the pathogen got its name due to the spiky crown (or corona in Latin) that you can see on its surface when you take a look at it underneath a microscope, explains Rishi Desai, MD, a former epidemic intelligence service officer in the division of viral diseases at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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The name could have derived from an Aboriginal word referring to the curra pine which yielded gum used by Aboriginal people to fasten the heads of spears to the shafts. Another translation is "rocky river". [3]
Corowa has since garnered the title of the ‘Birthplace of Federation’. Detailing this path to Federation is a major exhibit in the Federation Museum, a building which itself is over 100 years old.
Corowa, town, New South Wales, Australia. It is located on the Murray River. Immediately opposite Corowa, across the Murray, in Victoria, is the twin town of Wahgunyah. Corowa was established in 1858.
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Step back in time and discover Corowa's history and its role in the birth of Federation Australia by visiting the Corowa Federation Museum. Museum displays include: reason for Australia becoming a federation and Corowa's involvement; Dr John Quick's role in the federation; local Aboriginal artefacts; Tommy McRae sketches; horse drawn vehicles ...
Today the township of Corowa is known widely as the ‘Birthplace of Federation’. Immerse yourself in this rich history as you uncover the stories behind 25 historic sites and landmarks across Corowa. Each site has its own story, taking visitors on the journey from yesteryear to the present day.
Oct 7, 2023 · Places of Interest. Federation Museum Queen Street, opposite Ellerslie Gardens. Opened in 1976 the museum houses an excellent collection of memorabilia of Corowa and district. The display was augmented in 1989 with material relating to the Federation of Australia and the part Corowa played in that development.
It is claimed that 'Corowa' is derived from a Bangerang Aboriginal word 'currawa' meaning either 'rocky place' or referring to the curra pine which was common in the area and was used for its gum which was ideal for securing a stone head to a spear.
