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PORT MACDONNELL
from Southern Ocean Road
by PHIL GIBSON
Australia’s Southern Rock Lobster Capital
Port MacDonnell is a peaceful coastal town, the most southern in South Australia, about 30 kms from Mount Gambier and a similar distance to Nelson in Victoria. Port TOURIST INFORMATION DISTRIBUTORS AUSTRALIA MacDonnell is a favourite holiday destination in summer PO Box 38, Balhannah, South Australia 5242 and an ideal place to retire. As well as cafes, restaurants Phone 08 8388 4844 and shops, there are sinkholes and beaches to explore Mobile 0418 446 444 and fishing charters to enjoy. The town is well served Fax 08 8180 1710 with accommodation. Email: tour@exploringaustralia.com.au
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Port MacDonnell was once a busy port, as witnessed by the impressive Custom House. The first lighthouse in the state was built here on the rocky Cape PROOF SHEET Northumberland point in 1858.
As the beach faces the open sea and can become rough, the port was discontinued in favour of the calmer waters at Portland. A breakwater has since been built and shelters the fishing fleet and local boats. The rocky coastline provides habitat for the much sought after southern rock lobster and is a thriving industry. The jetty is a popular spot for fishing or taking a stroll and a boat HERE IS A REPRESENTATION OF YOUR ADVERT TO APPEAR ramp with self-serve fuel is further along. IN THE SOUTHERN OCEAN ROAD Famous poet and horseman extraordinaire Adam Lindsay Gordon lived here at nearby Dingley Dell cottage. DATE 13 August 2020 The rocky coast line and treacherous reefs have been the site of a number of shipwrecks in the vicinity, the most famous being the Admella. Port MacDonnell museum has some fine displays. A few years ago, timber from ships lost at sea washed up on the beach.
For More Information: Port MacDonnell Community
Complex and Visitor Information Outlet Phone (08) 8738 3000
Donald and Sheila FEAST’S CLASSIC CAR COLLECTION & MEMORABILIA It’s a museum likeno other!
OPEN 7 DAYS
PLEASE RING IF GATE’S SHUT
a 138 Lower Nelson Road
(TURN OFF FROM MOUNT GAMBIER ROAD)
Port MacDonnell v 0429 368 342
On entry, animals and birds of every description sit on the wall opposite an amazing mural that seems to follow you wherever you stand. Pride of place is the collection of pristine classic Crysler Valiants – with the rare 1962 Chrysler Valiant S-series ambulance, the only one in the world. See pint size hand built vintage cars, perfect in every detail. There’s rubber boots artwork, collections of dolls, prams, matchbox and other toys, kitchenalia and more in every corner. Of interest is a horse and cart and a Lego creation that took weeks to build. There’s even a skeleton!
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ART IS EVERYWHERE
The Beach House PO Box 2378 MOUNT GAMBIER SA 5290
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CODE TOURIST INFORMATION DISTRIBUTORS AUSTRALIA 362 TOURIST INFORMATION DISTRIBUTORS AUSTRALIA HERE IS A REPRESENTATION OF YOUR ADVERT TO APPEAR IN THE SOUTHERN OCEAN ROAD DATE June 2, 2020 CODE 348 Changes Required (please inform) Proof O.K. PO Box 38, Balhannah, South Australia 5242 PO Box 38, Balhannah, South Australia 5242 Phone 08 8388 4844 URGENT APPROVAL Phone 08 8388 4844 URGENT APPROVAL SIGNED Mobile 0418 446 444 Fax 08 8180 1710 REQUIRED Mobile 0418 446 444 Fax 08 8180 1710 REQUIRED Please check: • Names & AddressesEmail: tour@exploringaustralia.com.au Please check: • Names & AddressesEmail: tour@exploringaustralia.com.au The Bay Wave is made of limestone and was cut in one piece from Stafford and Earl Quarry. It weighs around 50 tonne, with 2 cranes lifting it into place. • Telephone Numbers • Spelling. • Telephone Numbers • Spelling.PROOF SHEET Please be so kind as to send by return mail for any alterations to your proof. PROOF SHEETBELOW: The Artwork depicts the wool that was washed here in the drain in the 1800s Please be so kind as to send by return mail for any alterations to your proof. We will assume proof is OK if not We will assume proof is OK if not PERIWINKLES CAFE received by us within 7 days.Parade Fish Shop v received by us within 7 days. 0417 836 114 It is important that this be done so It is important that this be done so 63 Sea Parade as to avoid the chance of your space 54 Sea Parade as to avoid the chance of your space Port MacDonnell appearing incorrectly. Port MacDonnell SA 5291 appearing incorrectly.
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Delightful beachfront villa. Spacious lounge / dining area is cosy in winter and cool in summer. Large well-equipped modern kitchen and three generous bedrooms – two with queen beds, and one with double and a single. PERGOLA • BBQ • ENCLOSED YARD • UNDERCOVER PARKING 31 Sea Parade, Port MacDonnell
ENJOY STUNNING OCEAN VIEWS
SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER AND SNACKS
• Fully licenced • Fresh local Southern Rock Lobster (when in season) • Dine in & Take away A short drive south of Mount Gambier PLEASE TICK APPROPRIATE BOX (ABOVE) AND RETURN
a 63 Sea Parade Port MacDonnell v (08) 8738 2943 a admin@periwinklescafe.com
THANK YOU PARADE FISH SHOP & Bakery • Variety of fish and piping hot chips. • Seafood baskets • Hot dogs • Freshly baked homemade pies, pasties, quiches, sausage rolls & lasagne to take away, hot or cold Special – Family Pizza Meal Fri, Sat, Sun Open 7 days Closed 1st July to 5th August a 54 Sea Parade, Port MacDonnell v (08) 8738 2239
Foreshore Tourist Park
Set on beautiful Woolwash Beach, our 7 acre park offers 120 sheltered, grassed, powered sites, 2 self contained 2 bedroom cabins with sea views, and a 6 bedroom s/c lodge. Plus 2 Two pet friendly onsite vans. Linen included in all accommodation. • Camp kitchen with undercover barbecue, dining area & potbelly stove • Kiosk.
a 12 Eight Mile Creek Road, Port MacDonnell O www.woolwash.com.au v (08) 8738 2095
Seaview Cottage
SET ON THE FORESHORE OF PORT MACDONNELL OPPOSITE BEACH Relax in the comfort of the lounge room or the sun filled dining room. Fully equipped kitchen. Sleeps 10 – Bedroom 1 has queen size bed, Bedroom 2 has a Queen bed plus 2 single beds, Bedroom 3 has a tri bunk (single on top, double on bottom) plus a King single bed. • Large outdoor entertaining area • BBQ • Lock up garage • Driveway parking Five minute walk to town centre
a 32 Sea Parade, Port MacDonnell v 0408 966 602
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The Customs House B&B 3 Charles Street Port MacDonnell SA 5291
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The Customs House B&B
Choice of 2 fully self contained apartments’ Suitable for couples & families. Sleeps up to 6 people
Opposite jetty and short walk to all facilities. Your hosts: Emma & Grant Fensom a 3 Charles Street Port MacDonnell v 0409 671 999 O www.thecustomshouse.com.au
