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Port Pirie is a sea port located on the east coast of Spencer Gulf (224 kilometers north of Adelaide). It is considered to be the sixth populous city in South Australia and is spotted to the west of Flinders Ranges. Port Pirie is located at (3301’9” South, 13801’1” East). It lies at an elevation of 4 meters above the sea level. The average temperature may vary from 16.4 degree Celsius to 31.8 degree Celsius. The annual rainfall of Port Pirie is averaged to 345.2 millimeters. The Port Pirie has a semi arid climate and is unique in certain respects. The total population of Port Pirie is around 13,206. Out of this total population, approximately 51.8% are females and about 46.9% are males. The remaining 1.3% is found to be pan sexual. Only 86.9% of the total population is Australian born. Port Pirie is considered as the world’s largest lead smelter, and is operated by Nyrstar. Port Pirie is also a major producer of gold, silver, copper and zinc.
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