Communities of the Flinders Shire
PRAIRIE
TORRENS CREEK
Prairie is surrounded by beautiful rolling plains of Flinders grass. In the 1870s, Prairie was a main horse change centre for Cobb & Co Coaches. The Great Northern Railway reached Prairie on 6 September 1887.
Torrens Creek has a long and interesting history. It was discovered in 1862 by the explorer William Landsborough whilst on an expedition in search of Burke and Wills. He named the creek after Sir Robert Torrens, Premier of South Australia.
Call into the Prairie Hotel and take a look at the collection of stockmans’ hats and other historical memorabilia. Hear the story of the wandering ringer; this ghostly prowler comes from a story dating back to the 1930s. Prairie Races in August offers visitors an authentic outback racing experience. Head south of Prairie to camp at the Kooroorinya Nature Reserve where you can relax by the natural billabong which overflows in the wetter months creating a spectacular waterfall.
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FLINDERS SHIRE GUIDE
In 1942 an aerodrome consisting of an all weather bomber strip and reserve ordnance depot was constructed by the US Air Force aiding the World War II effort until mid 1944. Visit the Exchange Hotel to hear the stories of how this little town was almost blown away and the heroic efforts of those who risked their lives. Take a ride with Fox Helicopters from Torrens Creek to see the beauty of the White Mountains and Porcupine Gorge National Parks from the air.
