Browse property in Laura

Overview

Nestled 12 km north of Gladstone on the Horrocks Highway, Laura is a vibrant, artistic rural town of about 650 residents set beside the Rocky River and rolling hills of the Southern Flinders Ranges. The community spirit shines through the annual Laura Fair each April, the seasonal Laura Markets at the Memorial Civic Centre, and the volunteer‑run Laura Community Development and Tourism Association, which manages a community‑owned caravan park whose profits fund local improvements. Residents also take pride in the historic former courthouse on Hughes Street and the town’s long‑standing association with Golden North ice‑cream, the district’s biggest employer since 1923.

Laura’s amenities include a government primary school, the caravan park, and the civic centre that hosts markets and events. Road access is excellent via the Horrocks Highway, linking the town to Port Pirie (40 km west) and surrounding districts, while the historic Wilmington railway line that once connected Laura to Gladstone and beyond closed in 1990. Housing is a mix of traditional homes and caravan‑park accommodations, reflecting the town’s blend of long‑term residents and seasonal visitors.