Browse mixed in Goolwa

Overview

Goolwa sits about 85 km south of Adelaide on the Murray River’s “elbow” and serves as the seat of the Alexandrina Council. The town is linked to Hindmarsh Island by a bridge and to the wider region by the Goolwa railway station just 500 m away, while the nearby Goolwa Boat Harbour and the historic paddle‑steamer PS Oscar W provide direct river access. Essential services include Goolwa Secondary College and a range of heritage‑grade buildings such as the 1853 post office, reflecting the suburb’s rich early‑colonial character.

Renowned for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, Goolwa hosts the biennial South Australian Wooden Boat Festival and was the first non‑European town awarded Cittaslow status in 2007. A “sea‑change” boom has attracted families and retirees seeking a blend of historic homes and holiday accommodation, while the new Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth Research Centre (2024) underscores the community’s forward‑looking focus on climate resilience.