Visitor's Guide - The Yorke Peninsula Entry Point

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visitor information innes national park ardrossan Visitor information is available from The Old Grain Shed (33 First St) which is open seven days. Ardrossan Foodland, Caravan Park, and the Roadhouse Cafe on the Main Coast Road also offer information or go to www.theoldgrainshed.com maitland The Chatt Centre at 3 Robert Street is the town’s information centre. The Centre provides a number of services including internet, email, fax and photocopying. The Centre’s email address is chatt@ internode.on.net. minlaton The Harvest Corner Yorke Peninsula Visitor Information Centre at Minlaton is the major information centre for Central and Southern Yorke Peninsula, conveniently located at 29 Main Street. SA Tourism Award silver medal winners in 2006 and 2007, gold medallists in 2008, and has also won the 2009, 2010 and 2011 State’s best visitor information centre. In 2011 Harvest Corner was inducted into the South Australian Tourism Hall of Fame. Fully accredited, it is open seven days a week, with an excellent variety of information about the Peninsula, with brochures and maps and the ability to source information from further afield. The volunteers of Harvest Corner received an award for their contribution to Tourism in 2006, and their local knowledge is invaluable to visitors. Harvest Corner is also home to tea rooms and a gallery, displaying and selling a comprehensive collection of high quality crafts and produce. Harvest Corner can be contacted on 8853 2600 or freecall 1800 202 445; fax 8853 2983; email: harvestcorner@netyp.com.au or visit their website www.harvestcorner.com.au Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm; weekends and public holidays 10 am to 4 pm; closed Christmas Day and Good Friday. coobowie Tourism information is available at the Coobowie General Store which is open 7 days a week. Phone 8852 8090. port vincent The Progress Association has an information office in the Town Hall, 19 Marine Parade. The Town Office is staffed by volunteers and open Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 am to 12 noon. Services available include photocopying, photoscanning, typing, email and internet access. Information is also available in the form of pamphlets, brochures, maps and information on walking trails and other tourist attractions. The Town Office can be contacted by email: pvpa@netyp.com.au; phone 8853 7081 and fax 8853 7417. stansbury The Visitor Centre, corner of Weaver and Towler Streets, is another excellent source of information including accommodation listings, brochures, maps and advice on town and district services and attractions. The Centre is open 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday, and from September through to April, open weekends 10am to 2pm. There is a range of holiday memorabilia for sale. The contact details for the Centre are phone 8852 4577, website www.stansburysa.com or email: tourism@stansburysa.com yorketown S.Y.P. Community Telecentre at Yorketown provides a range of information services and is also home to Salt Lake Gallery. Open week days 9am to 4pm. Contact the Telecentre on 8852 1820; email sypctcadmin@sypctc.on.net; website: www. yorkeregion.on.net other sources Caravan parks on the Peninsula are excellent sources of information and suggestions for visitors. Additionally, many stores are similarly able to help. The District Council’s Principal Office at Maitland, and Regional Offices at Minlaton, Warooka and Yorketown offer tourism information and guidance on Local Government matters. Harvest Corner Yorke Peninsula Visitor Information Centre 29 MAIN STREET, MINLATON, SOUTH AUSTRALIA Free call 1800 202 445 tourism@harvestcorner.com.au — www.harvestcorner.com.au Information • Maps • Brochures • Internet • Souvenirs Tea Rooms • Gallery • Local Produce • Crafts OPEN SEVEN DAYS Monday to Friday 9am-5pm Weekends & Public Holidays 10am-4pm Set along rugged coastline, the southern tip of Yorke Peninsula, is home to Innes National Park. Attracting approximately 125,000 visitors annually, offering majestic headlands and sweeping beaches, Innes National Park provides the perfect backdrop for a seaside escape. As the largest area of native vegetation remaining on the Yorke Peninsula, this natural mallee bushland provides excellent opportunities to see native animals in their natural habitat. park facilities Innes National Park invites you to dive, surf and fish its clear, blue waters or immerse yourself in the Park along the trails and boardwalks. From an easy 30 minute stroll amongst the ruins of an abandoned gypsum-mining village, to a half-day hike, the walking trails showcase the Park’s stunning scenery and some of the 300 native flora species. If camping beneath the stars is more your style, Innes offers a choice of eight campgrounds. With just a short stroll to the beach, the recently upgraded Pondalowie Campground boasts new gas BBQs and toilet facilities. Other more secluded campsites are available throughout the park, including Shell Beach and Cable Bay. fees & charges Entry and camping fees apply in the Park. Permits can be purchased at the Visitor Centre or from selfregistration stations adjacent to the Visitor Centre, Gym Beach or Innes Park Trading Post. Vehicles must display a valid permit at all times while in the Park. park information The Visitor Centre is the official entry point into the Park, offering brochures and information about the area, as well as National Parks Passes for those regular National Park visitors. Pets are not allowed in the Park and fire restrictions apply between November 1st and April 30th, but these dates may vary due to seasonal conditions. There is a detailed map of the Park on page 20. CONTENTS Annual Events & Services __________ 2 Dining Out _____________________ 3 Ardrossan ____________________ 4-5 Arthurton ______________________ 5 Balgowan ______________________ 5 Black Point _____________________ 5 Brentwood _____________________ 5 Coobowie ______________________ 5 Corny Point _____________________ 6 Curramulka _____________________ 6 Edithburgh ___________________ 6-7 Hardwicke Bay __________________ 7 Hillocks Drive ___________________ 7 Maitland _____________________ 8-9 Marion Bay _____________________ 9 Minlaton ___________________ 10-11 Pine Point _____________________ 11 Point Turton ___________________ 12 Port Clinton ___________________ 13 Port Julia ______________________ 13 Port Minlacowie ________________ 13 Port Moorowie _________________ 13 Port Rickaby ___________________ 13 Port Victoria ___________________ 13 Port Vincent ___________________ 14 Price _________________________ 14 Stansbury _____________________ 15 Stenhouse Bay _________________ 16 The Pines _____________________ 16 Urania ________________________ 16 Warooka ______________________ 17 Wool Bay ______________________ 17 Yorketown _________________ 18-19
WELCOME TO YORKES The beauty and diversity of Central and Southern Yorke Peninsula is one of South Australia’s hidden treasures, offering something different for every traveller. With a heritage rich in agriculture, and surrounded by a spectacular coastline varying from safe shallow pools to treacherous surf, it’s no wonder the area attracts so many visitors. Long renowned by anglers, a rewarding fishing trip is only a boat launch away. A feed of fish can also be caught from one of our many beautiful sandy beaches or well maintained jetties. If you’re FROM THE COMMITTEE A warm welcome to all visitors, from near and far, who have chosen (wisely) to explore the many wondrous locations southern and central Yorke Peninsula has to offer. Spend a day at Innes National Park and be sure to stroll around the old township of Inneston, home to the original “Belco” chalk factory. Or for something completely different, visit the Bublacowie Military Museum (allow several hours) for eye opening displays of military artefacts and records. Visit the many tourist information centres scattered throughout our district (opposite). HOLIDAY RENTALS www.countrygetaways.info Ph 8832 2623 It’s time to get away! � Accommodation all over YP - Deluxe to basic � Professional cleans after every tenancy � Easy online booking process Customers benefit from: � User friendly website � Local knowledge � Value for money experiences � Accredited award winning business E: bookings@countrygetaways.info not into fishing, take the family for a refreshing dip in the ocean, there’s plenty of safe beaches to choose from. Community events abound, with most towns offering their own unique happenings. What better chance to mix with the locals before kicking back at one of the many quality local eateries. We’re proud to say this Guide is truly local; written and produced by volunteer members of the Central and Southern Yorke Peninsula Tourism Promotions Inc - those who know the Peninsula best. It is your When planning your activities, use the most comprehensive map available (page20). You will find detailed information about the various towns and locations, including features and activities offered by them through the following pages. This publication is a joint effort between the Central & Southern Yorke Peninsula Tourism Promotions Committee (Inc.) and Yorketown based Pioneer Printing Office, and is a credit to all involved in its production. A special thank you to all involved, in particular the volunteers who meet regularly to ensure “Your Logical Choice for Building Supplies” Monday to Friday 7.30am-4.30pm �Timber �Fibre Cement �Gyprock �Insulation �Doors �Door Furniture �Foundation Materials www.yorkepeninsula.com ~ www. yorkeregion.on.net ~ www.yorke.sa.gov.au �Builder’s Hardware �Permapine & Decking Material �Adhesives �Blocks & Pavers �Cement Products �Power Tools Delivery available to all areas Muddy Lane, MOONTA Phone 8825 3888 ~ Fax 8825 3999 Shane McPeake 0429 828 955 Email: sales@buildlogix.com.au Chinaman’s Hat surf beach staircase, Innes National Park indispensable local guide to attractions, events and services in our region’s many small towns. Don’t go touring without it! If you’re into travelling the web as well, you can’t go past www.yorkepeninsula.com.au and www. yorkeregion.on.net. Both sites are well worth a visit, full of resources for planning your trip. We hope you find our “Local” Guide equally as useful to help you enjoy our fantastic part of the world. Enjoy your stay and come back soon! things keep moving and to the advertisers who make it all possible. We hope you enjoy and make good use of this, our edition of “Your Local Yorke Peninsula Visitor’s Guide”. Colin Franke ~ Chairperson Central & Southern YP Tourism Promotions Inc. COVER PHOTOS Main: Levens Beach from the cliff top. Back left: Children jump for joy at the beach. Back centre: Sunrise at Wattle Point Wind Farm. Back right: West Cape, Innes National Park. DISCLAIMER All information contained in this publication is correct at the time of printing. All advertisements are accepted on the basis that their contents are true and accurate and that they are in no way misleading or otherwise contrary to the Trade Practices Act 1974, or the Fair Trade Act (SA). Central & Southern YP Tourism Promotions Inc. and Pioneer Printing Office do not accept any liability to any person claiming they have been misled or deceived by any material published herein. Published by Central & Southern YP Tourism Promotions Inc. Printed by Pioneer Printing Office Minlaton Road, Yorketown SA 5576 Phone: (08) 8852 1004 — Fax: (08) 8852 1197 Email: admin@pioneerprinting.biz — Web: www.pioneerprinting.biz for all your holiday accommodation 6 MINLATON ROAD, YORKETOWN, SA 5576 Phone (08) 8852 2000 info@accommodationonyorkes.com.au BOOK ON LINE: www.accommodationonyorkes.com.au Your Local Visitor’s Guide 2012 — 1
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Page 5 and 6: DINING OUT ON YORKES The “Marion
Page 7 and 8: TIDDY WIDDY BEACH A few kilometres
Page 9 and 10: Fisherman’s Delight Waters off th
Page 11 and 12: National Trust Museum The Museum, w
Page 13 and 14: Wildlife Parks The H. J. Cook Fauna
Page 15 and 16: PORT CLINTON Situated only an hour
Page 17 and 18: STANSBURY Situated on the east coas
Page 19 and 20: WAROOKA Warooka is the gateway to t
Page 21 and 22: Historical Windmill Up until the ea
Page 23 and 24: Gleesons Landing B88 BERRY BAY Poin

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