Browse property in Stirling North

Overview

Stirling North, locally known as Catninga, lies 8 km east of Port Augusta at the foot of the Southern Flinders Ranges. The 2021 census recorded 2 793 residents, a rise from 350 in 2008, reflecting growth after a modest railway‑staff settlement of about 100 homes in the 1980s and extensive subsequent residential development. Today the suburb functions as a satellite community for Port Augusta while retaining its own character.

A junction of the northbound Augusta Highway and eastbound Flinders Ranges Way makes Stirling North a stop for travellers, and a bus links the town with Port Augusta’s centre. Facilities include hotel accommodation, food shops, a general store, fuel outlets, a post office and telephones, while sporting options feature a golf course, tennis court, bike track and a public park. The historic Davenport Reservoir and Storage Tank, listed on the South Australian Heritage Register, adds a touch of heritage to the community.

Region type mix: Metro 69%, Regional 31%.