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Lake Bonney
This natural freshwater lake offers aquatic adventure's as broad as the imagination. Well facilitated and natural foreshore areas ensure the perfect location for all sports enthusiasts. Sandy beaches with safe swimming are assured along with conveniently located boat ramps and jetties. Strategically placed gazebos, barbecue sites and playgrounds are abundant. Photographers will delight in the sunsets one can capture. |
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Contact Details
Jet Ski Hire - Bluebird Cafe.
Queen Elizabeth Drive, Barmera
Phone. (08)85883220
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Loveday 4x4 Adventures
If you're into extreme sports then this attraction is definetly one for you! Located a short ten minutes from Barmera, Loveday 4x4 Adventures is a privately owned business which runs four wheel driving tours and adventures. suited for 4x4 clubs and organisations, camping and caravaning clubs and organisations, as well as backpackers, international tourist and locals. |
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Phone. 0418839787
Email. info@loveday4x4adventures.com.
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Cobdogla Irrigation and Steam Museum
A minefield of history and heritage, the museum features the world's only working Humphrey Pump. With the focus bing centred on early irrigation history and steam powered engineering principals, there is also a 1906 Bangal Train offring rides through the extensive landscaped grounds. Incorporated are dioramas depicting the regions development from pre-whit settlement through the early years. |
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Phone. (08) 85887010 .
Email. lakeshed@bigpond.com
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Barmera Golf Club
This 18 hole golf course, overlooking beautiful Lake Bonney is superbly manicured and abound in natural flora and fauna. Visitors have access to the course seven days a week and members are more than welcoming to visiting golfing groups. The fully licensed clubrooms are situated overlooking the golf cours and the highly maintained grass tennis courts which are situated beside the golf course. Full bar facilities round off a great day of Golf! |
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Monash Adventure Park
Situated on Madison Ave, Monash the Monash Adventure Playground is full of fun and exciting activities. Witness the crazy leaning towers and Burmese rope bridge. Also incorporating a huge maze, the Monash Adventure Park is truly and icon for all visiotrs to the area. Electric barbecues provide the opportunity for lunch while you play. So why not pack a picnic or purchase deli style food from the paddleboat kiosk. Streams meander through this magical place fun and entrance is free. |
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Napper's Ruins
Nappers Ruins are located on the North side of the Lake and were once a hotel known as the Lake Bonney Hotel which was built for the former workers of the Cobdogla Station. the building consisted od 11 rooms that included a bar and a dining room that could sit 12 people and was often used as a dance room. Interpretive information about the ruin is located at this historic site. |
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Overland Corner Hotel
Surving floods and ruin, this local icon was originally established in 1959 by the Brand Brothers. Owned by the National trust, this viable building incorporates a museum realting back to the days of the Overlanders. Operational as a good old outback Aussie Pub, this building is a monument to withstanding the test of time. Recapture yesteryear today and learn the truth behind the many ghosts of Overland Corner. |
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Katarapko Creek National Park
Branching from the Murray River, Katarapko Creek is a great place to explore. Excellent designated camping sites with campfires and toilets available near some sites make Katarapko a great place for a family camping trip or weekend. Various activities such as fishing, swimming, boating as well as bushwalking and bird watching are all popular at Katarapko. |
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Bonneyview Farm
For those who want a memorable experience, Bonneyview Farm caters especially for that! Enjoy the beauty of Lake Bonney on horseback. Situated at the back of Lake Bonney, Bonneyview Farm owners take couples, families or friends on lake rides, farm rides and muster sheep. Riding lessons are available and safety is a priority, so care is taken in matching riders to suitable horses. Helmets are supplied for each rider. |
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Contact Details
Queen Elizabeth Drive, Barmera
Phone. (08) 8588 7553
Mobile. 0410 021 408
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Country Music Hall of Fame
Dedicated to preserving the history of Australian Country Music, the museum incorporates a huge collection of memorabilia while the landscaped Pioneers Park features the 'world exclusive' Big Guitar with over 160 handprints of renowned country Music artists.
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Contact Details
Barwell Avenue, Barmera
Phone. (08) 8588 1463
Cost. $2 Gold Coin Donation
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Barmera Heritage Walk
This walk is approximately 4.5km duration and includes a stroll through the foundations of Barmera. Looking back to the early struggles and triumphs of our overlanding heroes. |
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Contact Details
For more inforamtion contact the Barmera Visitor Information Centre
Phone. (08) 8588 2289
Email. barmeravic@bigpond.com
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Barmera Gallery
Exhibiting the works of local talented artists and potters, it is a must see for the fine art enthusiasts. |
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Loveday Internment Camp
The Loveday Internment Camps, which were set up in 1941, were one of the largest camps in Australia. The camp produced seed, tomatoes, wood, pyrethrum, flowers, pigs, poultry and soap. The internees consisted of Japanese, Italians and Germans. The camp closed in 1946 and many of the buildings were sold off, however there are still remains scattered about Loveday. |
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Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre
Located on the Sturt Highway, KIngston on Murray, Banrock StationWin and Wetland Centre beckons you to partake in an adventure along their boardwalks, enjoying all that they have to offer. Recognised nationally for their work in sustainning the environment, the station is a must see for all visitors with a passion for Australia at it's rugged best. |
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Riverland Fern Haven
The Riverland Fern Haven is a wonderful nursery incorporating and indoor rain forest, waterfall, fish ponds,streams, superbly landscaped gardens and an abundace of birdlife. Leisurly meander your way throught the nursey or simply enjoy your surroundings in the Pink Petal Coffee Shop where light meals, homemade cakes, cool drinks and hot beverages are available. Buses are more than welcome. |
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Phone. (08) 8588 2030 ................................
Email. fernhaven@riverland.net.au
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| ...............................Some of these photos are taken from the SA Tourism Commission Website |
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