DESTINATION: Streaky Bay
Streaky Bay is a picturesque town servicing thriving rural and fishing communities and also the granite-mining industry. Around 727km NW of Adelaide, the town attracts a growing number of visitors to the local bays, beaches and coves. The town was originally named Flinders, after Capt Matthew Flinders. In 1940, it changed to that of the bay, which Flinders named in 1802 because of its streaky colours; it is now known the colours are created from oils given off by seaweed. Main AttractionsThe oldest building, Hospital Cottage (1864), is made of mud brick and St Canute's Catholic Church is a lovely old sandstone building. The Old School Museum in Montgomerie Tce displays the area's pioneering memorabilia as well as botanical and geological exhibits. The Powerhouse Restored Engine Centre, Alfred Tce, has displays of working engines. A replica of the world's largest great white shark caught on rod-and-reel is on display at Stewart's Shell Roadhouse Tourist Centre. |
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Most popular photosNearby attractionsLocated opposite Pelubie Beach, Felchillo Oasis is 20km NE of Streaky Bay and offers a self-guided tour of an orchard and propagation nursery. Two groups of huge, wind-eroded, pink granite rocks, known as Murphy's Haystacks, are a distinctive landmark 40km SE of Streaky Bay. For those wishing to explore the coastline, Point Labatt CP is about 55km south of town and offers a sea-lion viewing area as well as panoramic views of the rugged coastline. latest stories
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Region: Eyre Peninsula
There's 2000 kilometres of coastline to explore on Eyre Peninsula, and rarely will there be another boat bobbing on the best patch; tourists blocking your camera lense; or even footprints in the sand. Eyre Peninsula offers a holiday without the holiday crowds... more
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