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Adam Lindsay Gordon Bronze Bust  

Located in Church Street Penola, the Adam Lindsay Gordon bust is a bronze replica of the marble bust of Adam Lindsay Gordon in Poets Corner in Westminster Abbey, London. The bust honours the Australian poet and Penola the place he called home for 14 ...

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Alexander Cameron Statue  

Alexander Cameron (1810 - 1881) known widely as the king of Penola, is remembered as being the first squatter in the district and founder of the town. Cameron has been commemorated by a life-sized bronze statue by John Dowie, erected by public subscr ...

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Cafe on the Park  

Cafe on the Park offer country style home made foods to dine in, alfresco or take away. With friendly service in a great atmosphere, Cafe on the Park is also child friendly. Catering is available for functions. ...

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Greenrise Recreational Reserve  

Visitors can enjoy 16 hectares of beautiful scenery at Greenrise Recreational Reserve to have a picnic, watch the birdlife or take a leisurely walk around the reserve. Located one kilometre south of Penola. Penola has gained significant recognition t ...

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Limestone Coast Food Group Farmers Markets  

The Limestone Coast Food Group Farmers Markets shares with its producers and stakeholders a commitment to providing local quality fresh produce of an affordable nature to the Limestone Coast community and beyond. The main emphasis is to help local pr ...

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Mary MacKillop Penola Centre  

The Mary MacKillop Interpretive Centre and the Woods MacKillop Schoolhouse commemorate the lives of Blessed Mary MacKillop and Father Julian Tenison Woods with displays, photographs, artefacts and history. The schoolhouse is a heritage-listed buildin ...

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Penola Conservation Park  

Penola Conservation Park protects a remnant of the River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) lined swamps that were widespread in the southeast of South Australia. Located 10 kilometres west of Penola, this park contains a wide variety of plant associ ...

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Penola Cycling Trails  

A number of cycling trails are available for you to enjoy showcasing the history, heritage, food and wine, and nature of the Penola and Coonawarra region. Rides range from historical rides, town rides, conservation rides, redgum and wine rides, a Ya ...

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Penola Golf Course  

This 18- hole golf course located 10 kilometres south of Penola is flat but well wooded with tight fairways being set amidst natural bushland. The grass greens and fairways are well watered and lightly bunkered. Birds and wildlife live in the pleasan ...

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Penola Skatepark  

A great place for all skaters to enjoy this frequently used and well designed park. The Penola Skatepark is a popular site for youth to gather and show off their skating and bike skills. So bring along your kids - and don't forget the helmets -and wa ...

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Petticoat Lane  

Wander through historic timber and stone cottages that retain the charm and character of yesteryear. Petticoat Lane represents the oldest residential area of Penola. The lane's character is enhanced by red gum kerbing, rose plantings and lavender and ...

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The Coonawarra Park  

The Coonawarra Centenary Sculpture in the town's park commemorates the beginnings of the fruit colony. One section of the park is known as the sculpture park because in 1991 a sculpture made from red gum and limestone called the Terra Rossa Tree Wall ...

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The John Riddoch Centre  

The John Riddoch Centre incorporates the Penola/Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre with a wide range of brochures, maps, souvenirs and Internet access. Local history display invites visitors to follow the journey of those who lived and worked in ...

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Walk with History at Penola  

This self guided walk or drive is a great way to explore the town and the marvels of Penola. Penola is widely recognised as an historic town and many of its buildings are listed on the South Australian State Heritage Register and identified by the Na ...

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Yallum Park  

Yallum Park is said to be the best preserved Victorian House in Australia in its original condition. Situated eight kilometres west of Penola on the Millicent Road is the magnificent two story homestead, built for John Riddoch in 1878-1880. Original ...

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