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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
In 1920 a series of locks and weirs were installed along the River Murray. These structures were built to divert water to the emerging agriculture industry and also to improve navigation of boats along the river. There are six locks in the Riverland. Lock 3 at Overland Corner has a big, beautiful grasses area to overlook boats as they pass through the lock, or simply enjoy a picnic.
Overland Corner SA
1.1 km away
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
Visit the site that commemorates the 150th anniversary of the first police officers to die in the line of duty. Police Corporal William Murray Wickham and Mounted Constable John Dunning Carter were travelling to Overland Corner in response to unrest reported in the area. They left Moorundee, near Blanchetown, by horseback, stopping at the riverfront station of J.H. Wigley overnight. The officers, laden with heavy uniform and weapons, made the decision to cross the Murray River in a bark canoe that was understood to be in poor condition. The canoe is believed to have capsized. Only one of the officers could swim. Wickham and Carter drowned on 7 May 1847. The Police Heritage Site in Wigley Flat was opened on Police Foundation Day on 28 April 1997 by Mr M.A. Hyde, Commissioner of Police. The drowning took place 3 kilometres north-east of this site. Directly across the Sturt Highway is a history board describing the incident.
Wigley Flat SA
6.9 km away
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Natural Attractions
This beautiful lawn area dotted with gums is a popular place with locals and visitors alike. At the far end of the riverfront is a sealed car park and boat ramp with pontoon, while you can follow a dirt road right alongside the river. There is plenty of seating - including a pair of #riverredchairs - free barbecue facilities and public toilets. Just across the road is the general store.
Kingston On Murray SA
7.6 km away
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Natural Attractions
Loch Luna and Moorook Game Reserves consist of a range of water bodies including narrow creeks and shallow swamps. The area contains a variety of environments that provide important habitat for many aquatic birds and mammals. Fishing, boating and enjoying the river are popular recreational activities. Keep your eyes open for the Royal and the Yellow-billed Spoonbills. Listen out for the harsh call of the Darter as it regularly breeds in Loch Luna. Sea Eagles, Regent Parrots, Pelicans, White-faced Herons and many other birds inhabit the reserves. Kangaroos graze beside the creeks, and if you are quiet, you might be able to spot a water rat swimming along the edge of the reed beds. Camping is allowed in the designated campsites located along the River and Chambers Creek. Camping must be booked in advance of your stay.
Berri SA
7.6 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
William Napper and William Parnell originally built this hotel in 1859. It was originally called the Lake Bonney Hotel and was on an old stock route at the northern end of Lake Bonney. During its heyday the house/hotel was a vital place for supplies and Napper irrigated his land thus probably becoming the first person to grow crops by irrigation along the Murray River.
Barmera SA
8.9 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
This lookout provides scenic views over the Murray River's backwaters - Loch Luna is visible to the left and Wachtel's Lagoon to the right - and the bridge that carries traffic along the Sturt Highway. The lookout also marks the spot where Captain Charles Sturt and his crew rowed past on their 1830 exploration of the Murray River.
Kingston On Murray SA
8.9 km away
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Parks and Gardens
Bruno Bay is located on the edge of Cobdogla and just over 7km from the township of Barmera. It contains a riverside area with shelter and BBQ facilities, public toilets and boat launching facilities. Home to the Bruno Bay Fireworks Spectacular which is usually held at the beginning of the year in January.
Cobdogla SA
11 km away
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National Parks and Reserves
Loch Luna Game Reserve comprises a range of water bodies including narrow creeks and shallow swamps. It is a popular area for people who enjoy fishing, boating or just enjoying the river. Keep your eyes open for the Royal and the Yellow-billed Spoonbills. Listen out for the harsh call of the Darter as it regularly breeds in Loch Luna. Sea Eagles, Regent Parrots, Pelicans, White-faced herons and many other birds inhabit the reserves. Kangaroos graze beside the creeks. There is a range of activities available to the visitor including; Canoeing - Popular in Nockburra and Chambers Creek; Bird watching - waterbirds and dryland species; Boat launching - off park access. Cobdogla and Kingston on Murray ramp; Nature walk - Kaliwira Walk, Moorook, a 45 minute flood plain exploration.
Cobdogla SA
12 km away
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
The Cobdogla Irrigation and Steam Museum was originally built as the pumping station for the district's vineyards and horticultural crops As a major contribution to South Australia's Jubilee 150 year, the then Engineering and Water Supply Department (now SA Water) refurbished one of the world famous Humphrey Pumps and the Pumping Station grounds to form the Cobdogla Irrigation and Steam Museum. On the fully accredited railway, both steam and diesel locomotives pull the train on a 30 minute trip through the museum grounds along the channel and out through the vineyards, while elsewhere in the museum you may see huge steam traction engines, smaller steam engines, stationary IC engines, and special displays at work. The museum holds five major operating days each year, featuring the Steam Train Traction Engine, Stationary Engines, the National Trust dioramas, and special operating exhibits. The Humphrey Pump is under repair. Its return to service will be advised on our web and FaceBook sites. Programs available. Please request via email or go to the web page.
Cobdogla SA
12 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
The Obelisk records the famous English speedster, Donald Campbell, back in 1964 attempted to break the world water speed record on Lake Bonney (he was unsuccessful). He reached 347.5 km/h but the lake was too small and the waves created by the speeding vehicle were too dangerous. The obelisk is located on the foreshore of Lake Bonney.
Barmera SA
14 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
The great flood of 1956 was the worst on record and an event described as 'the greatest catastrophe in the States History' Filling not only the Murray but the Darling too (a rare event). The rivers joined forces at their junction in Wentworth NSW and from there the only way for the water to go is down (through SA). According to Riverland author Graham Irwin in his book 'A brief history of Barmera' at the height of the flood, in late August, the River and Lake Bonney 'merged to form an unbroken sheet of water, stretching from Barmera to Moorook - 17km away. Barmera have a 1956 flood marker on the banks of Lake Bonney.
Barmera SA
15 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
This was erected to commemorate the overland journey of Hawdon & Bonney in 1838. They were the first pioneers to drive stock from the eastern states to South Australia. They camped on the shores of Lake Bonney, which Hawdon named after his companion. A plaque was later added by the McDouall Stuart Society to honour the explorer John McDouall Stuart. He and his party were the first people to cross the continent from south to north and back again
Barmera SA
15 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
The Anzac Centenary Cross memorial is a project by the Berri Barmera Council in recognition of the Anzac Centenary 2015, commemorating the servicemen and women who served Australia in peace and war and honouring those who paid the supreme sacrifice. The design includes a red gum cross which signifies the river and the communities along the river from which many citizens of our region have served in the 100 years since the first Anzac's. To compliment the cross, is a stylised image of the rising sun. This image has been a common theme to military uniforms and insignia over the century. One unexpected historical coincidence is that the tiles used in the final design orginate in Turkey where the Anzacs landed in Gallipoli in 1915. The foreshore location creates a line of war related memorials within the township, as this Memorial aligns with the Horse Trough memorial and Memorial Gates down the main street of Barmera.
Barmera SA
15 km away
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Parks and Gardens
Overlooking Lake Bonney this "play space" has plenty of imaginative play equipment to keep the children (and adults) happy for hours on end. With BBQ's and shelters this is an ideal space for families to enjoy a day out. Walk across the road to beautiful Lake Bonney and cool off with a swim on a hot day - the wave free beach makes it ideal for children to play in.
Barmera SA
15 km away
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
Loveday was known for its internment camp during World War 2. The camp was established in 1941 (and was one of the largest in Australia) with an impressive collection of recorded interviews, live footage, photos and artifacts a display inside the Barmera Visitor Information Centre. By late 1943 all of the internees had been transferred to camp 14 and the other camps were closed down. Most of the buildings were dismantled and auctioned off. Looking out across the area now, there is virtually no sign that this little known chapter of SA History ever occurred.
Loveday SA
15 km away
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Natural Attractions
The town's shady riverbank is a popular spot for camping, with free barbecues, picnic seating and toilets. There's a large shelter, plus a playground and plenty of lawn to relax on. The nearby boat ramp is an ideal launch spot to explore the longest straight stretch of the Murray - 7 Mile Reach. Camping sites are unpowered and fees can be paid via an automatic on-site pay station. A maximum 7-night stay applies.
Moorook South SA
15 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
Barmera Memorial Gates were originally erected to commemorate the local 18 soldiers who died in service or were killed in action of World War Two. A wreath laying service is held here every Remembrance Day. Additional plaques were added to the gates to commemorate Post World War Two conflicts up to, and including, the Vietnam War.
Barmera SA
15 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
Along the glorious shores of Lake Bonney in Barmera South Australia you will find multiple plaques on plinth commemorating numerous local water legends such as; Sue Fieldhouse, Peggy Flewellyn (nee Caddy), Sue Lipplegoes, Terry Walsh, Bill Flewellyn and Donald Campbell. This trail is also knows as the 'Aquatic Sporting Pioneers'.
Barmera SA
16 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
The Barmera Theatre Gallery is located within the Bonney Theatre complex on Barwell Ave. The Theatre Gallery showcases paintings by local artists, art, crafts, pottery, folk art and much more. Open from Tuesday to Saturday, The Barmera Theatre Gallery is run by local, passionate volunteers who are happy to show you around the gallery and help you with any purchases.
Barmera SA
16 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
Loveday Internment Camp was a significant part of the Riverland Regional History in WWII. The Loveday Internment Collection display is housed in the Barmera Visitor Information Centre with information and artifacts from the time of the camps. Audio Visual display with rare colour footage from the camp can be viewed in a comfortable seating area.
Barmera SA
16 km away
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
"To commemorate the splendid work of the Australian Horses in the Great War 1914 - 1918" (World War 1) Great War Horses Memorial commemorates Australian horses used in World War One. It was built in 1930 was rededicated by the school children of the area on the 11th November 2000.
Barmera SA
16 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
Bonney Theatre was constructed in 1938 and adjoins the Soldiers Memorial Hall which was the original venue for social activities in the 1920’s. This building is an example of art deco architecture. Originally used as a picture theatre, it is now the town’s entertainment center holding dances, concerts, musical, festivals and the like. This multi purpose venue is located in the heart of Barmera, and is an ideal venue for holding events such as wedding receptions, performances, exhibitions, product launches, workshops, board meetings etc. If you are looking for a venue that has character and beauty—then Imagine holding your event in this beautiful hall, with polished wooden floors and great acoustics.
Barmera SA
16 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
Head, Foot, Hand Bronze Statue created and donated by local artist, the late Mark Chiles. Mark created the sculpture to be a representation of life in Barmera. The hand represents work and the music festival, the foot is a symbol of the two popular Riverland activities (dance & sport) whereas the head represents the female principal as Mr Chiles felt there was too many male monuments, military and whatnot in our culture.
Barmera SA
16 km away
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
This is a Quick Firing 25 Pounder and was the standard Field gun used in the Australian Army from 1940-1967. The President of the Barmera RSL handed it over to the Chairman of the Barmera War Memorial Community Centre in 1962 and it was put on display in the main street of Barmera.
Barmera SA
16 km away
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