About this property
Alternate search: Unit 10, 56 Forster Street.
56 Forster Street, Port Augusta SA 5700, Australia
Alternate search: Unit 10, 56 Forster Street.
The property is situated at 10/56 Forster Street in the city of Port Augusta, South Australia, on the eastern shores of Spencer Gulf. Port Augusta lies about 310 km north of Adelaide by road.
Port Augusta is a major road hub, intersecting the Eyre Highway to Perth, the Augusta Highway to Adelaide and the Stuart Highway to Darwin, all within a short drive of the address. The Port Augusta railway station is about 1.5 km away, offering services such as the Indian Pacific and The Ghan, and the regional airport is roughly 6 km from the property.
Within walking distance you’ll find the Flinders Drive‑In (0.2 km) and Cinema Augusta (1.2 km). Several parks, including Central Oval, Braddock Park and Apex Park, are within 1.3 km, and primary schools such as Carlton School and Augusta Park Primary are just under 1.1 km away.
Port Augusta has a hot desert climate with very low annual rainfall (about 222 mm). Summers are hot, averaging highs of 34 °C, while winters are mild with average highs around 18 °C.
The city supports regional agriculture and provides services to numerous mining operations to the north. Recent developments include a solar farm opened in 2020 and the Sundrop Farms greenhouse‑tomato operation that uses solar power and desalination.
Visitors can explore the Wadlata Outback Centre and the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden, both a short drive from the address. The historic Pichi Richi Railway, a popular heritage train experience, also departs from nearby Port Augusta railway station.
Port Augusta Airport, which handles regional flights, is approximately 6 km from the property, providing easy access for travel to and from the city.