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Larry the Big Lobster rules the seafood scene in Kingston SE! This 17-metre red steel-and-fibreglass crustacean has been beckoning visitors to South Australia's coast since 1979. Weighing an impressive 4 tonnes, Larry is a stunning maritime monument celebrating the southern rock lobster industry that made Kingston SE famous. This South Australian icon sits dramatically against the backdrop of pristine coastline, making it a photographers' paradise and essential road trip destination. For visitors exploring the Limestone Coast region, the Big Lobster offers a perfect excuse to stop and appreciate coastal beauty while learning about local fishing heritage. The sculpture serves as a gateway attraction to Kingston SE's charming coastal town, beaches, and seafood restaurants. Larry's impressive scale and striking red colour make it one of Australia's most visually dramatic Big Things, capturing the majesty of the seafood industry that sustained the region.
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Southern rock lobsters exported from South Australia command premium prices in Asian markets, generating millions annually. The species can live up to 50 years in the wild. South Australia's southern rock lobster fishery is one of the most valuable and sustainable wild-capture fisheries globally. Larry the Lobster stands 17 metres tall--taller than a 5-storey building!
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