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**Port/Town** This settlement is located on the east coast where the river flowing from the tip of the island meets the ocean. The port will be used to import and export goods to and from the island. It can be used as a way to exchange goods and therefore create a flow of money in out of the island. Some examples of the cargo this port will handle are medical supplies, farming produce, transportation devices, building resources and general household goods. The exports include meat, fish, fruit and vegetables. The major town will also be located on the port. Businesses that support the local economy will be situated in the main town such as, a medical centre, general shops, safety and local services. As seen in Australia our main port is Sydney which is a major city built on the coastline. There is plenty of spare land surrounding this settlement to allow room for the growth of the town and population of the island. **Farmlands (Native Produce)** A large quantity of the islands natural tropical vegetarian is found in this area. There is a large range of produce that grows and flourishes in the tropical climate such as bananas, papaya and figs. The main settlement in this area is placed on the river that flows down to the port; this will create an easy and environmentally friendly form of transportation. Produce grown in this area can be used both on the island as well as exported to other areas around the world. **Farmlands (Fruit and Vegetable)** This settlement will be used for fruit and vegetable farming. Fruit and vegetable farming includes fruit grown on trees, fruit grown on vines, root vegetables, nuts, and leafy vegetables. Not all fruit and vegetables can be grown on The Island as only particular kinds of crops can be grown in this tropical climate. The climate is quite warm, however rainfall is quite heavy which severely limits what can be grown and where. Vegetables such as potatoes, corn, pumpkin and cucumber can be produced. Fruit such as pineapples, tomatoes, oranges and mangoes can also be produced. These plants need to be introduced to the island and farmed accordingly. This settlement is close to the river to allow for easy water access as well as transporting food down the river.

**Farmlands (Meat and Produce)** This settlement is being used for the farming of animals. This would include 4 main farming activities, cattle grazing, sheep, pigs and poultry. Some farms would have dual purpose such as cattle is doubled up as beef and dairy and poultry is split up between the supply of chicken and turkey as well as eggs. These animals would need to be imported to The Island and it is critical importance that there are long term breeding plans. This part of the land was chosen as it is relatively flat and has ideal grazing land. The land provides plenty of room for growth of the farm and produces food for cattle such as, shrubs and grassland. Extra food sources and maintenance is also needed to continually sustain the farm. This farm is on the opposite the fruit and vegetable farm on the other side of the river, and this farm will also have easy water access as well as being able to transfer goods down the river.

**Power and Water Station** This settlement is located on the south coast of The Island where the land is open and reasonably flat. Both wind and solar devices will be used to create power and pump water across The Island. The two water sources found in this area can be used and the sea breeze will create large amounts of energy. This is an environmentally friendly way producing both power and energy for farming and living. There may need to be a future exploration plan to determine any gas or oil reserved is ever required.

** Fishing ** This settlement is located in the south-east and is being used for fishing. This settlement is close to the bay and is mostly accessible by boat. ‘One of the Pacific Ocean’s greatest assets is fish, including herring, salmon, sardines, snapper, swordfish, tuna and shellfish’ (Wikipedia, 2001). Some of this fish will exported, however most activity of the fish will be sold at the markets on The Island, as well as used for fisherman to eat. This area would also ideally be used for a tourist location, as it’s close to the bay and another form of income to The Island. A future airport is proposed for The Island.

Wikipedia. (2011, July). //Pacific Ocean//. Retrieved July 2011, from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: []
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