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Loxton Historical Village
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Step back in time; to a time before TV, air-conditioners and computers; to a time when bread was baked at home in a wood-fuelled oven, milk came directly from cows to the table, and horses pulled ploughs to cultivate the land. See how the pioneers of this region transformed dry mallee plains into lush citrus orchards and how the farmers combated drought, heat, rabbit plagues and devastating winds to produce some of the best cereal grain crops in the country. Learn how the townsfolk lived, where they went to church and school, what they bought from the stores and the paddle-steamers that visited regularly, and how their grit and determination enabled them to survive in this harsh landscape. The Loxton Historical Village rekindles memories of days gone by and of the hard-working pioneers who struggled to tame this once inhospitable land. The stories of the early settlers and their families are displayed in over 45 buildings and exhibits in the village. Stroll down memory lane and experience their lifestyles. Visit the bakery, the bank, the blacksmith, the printer, the motor garage, and even the dentist – if you dare! Village Alive Days: Visit the Village on one of its ‘Alive’ days - taste the mouth-watering pastries at the bakery, smell the smoke, and listen to the hiss of steam and the rhythmic sound of the blacksmith as he shapes and moulds hot steel. Wander the main street where locals in period-costume will welcome you and help you to discover what life was like at the turn of the 19th century. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, weekends 10am-5pm, with extended hours during most holiday periods. Group bookings welcome. Village Alive Dates for 2010 are 4th April, 13th June and 2nd October. Entry: Adults $10, Children $5, Concessions $8, Family $25. | ||
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1956 Murray River Flood Exhibition
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An amazing collection of photographs show the destruction and heart break as the waters of the Murray River rose to extraordinary heights from May 1956 to January 1957. River heights at Loxton rose by 7.42m (24 feet) with extensive damage experienced across SA, including the evacuation of 562 homes, seepage and flooding killing 17,000 fruit trees and 6,154 acres of orchards and vineyards were damaged. 40 miles of earthworks and levees were built against the rising waters and 1,000,000 sandbags were used for levee protection. The photographic exhibition is located at the Loxton Historical Village which is open daily Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, weekends 10am-5pm, with extended hours during most holiday periods. Group bookings welcome. Entry to the Village: Adults $10, Children $5, Concessions $8, Family $25.00. | |||
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Loxton Visitor Information Centre
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For information, brochures, maps, bookings, souvenirs, gift lines, local produce and extensive local knowledge visit the Loxton Visitor Information Centre for a chat with our friendly, local staff and volunteers. Greyhound passenger agents; Stateliner passenger and freight agents. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun and public holidays 10am-4pm. Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday. | ||
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On the Roundabout, Bookpurnong Tce, Loxton
Phone: 1300 869 990 or 08 8584 8071 www.loxtontourism.com.au |
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Locally Grown, Locally Made
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Browse through the charming range of gifts and souvenirs. Select from glass platters, hand painted plates, ceramics, needlework, delightful gift cards and paintings. The range is ever-changing so be sure to call in and browse through. For those wishing to take home a selection of our tasty local produce choose from traditional dried fruits as well as an assortment of delicious natural and flavoured almonds. Open: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun & public holidays 10am-4pm. Closed Christmas Day & Good Friday. | ||
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Loxton Visitor Information Centre
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The Pines Historical Home
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“The Pines”, Loxton’s Historical House and Gardens was bequeathed to the people of Loxton by Mrs Ella Kingdon. Visitors are given a glimpse into the lifestyle of the benefactor. Antique furniture, silverware, fine china collectables, water colours and tapestries are on display. The 2000m2 gardens are being restored and are, along with the breezeway, a popular venue for weddings, as a function centre and family celebrations. The gardens are always open to wander through. Guided house tours are available every Sunday at 2pm, or on other days by appointment, for only $8pp. Group tours welcome. |
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East Terrace
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The Rotunda, in the centre of Loxton’s vibrant shopping area, was built to remember the soldiers who lost their lives in World Wars I and II as well as Korea, Malaya, Borneo and Vietnam. The stone cairn on the north side of the Rotunda is a special memorial for World War II ex-servicemen and their families who settled on fruit blocks in Loxton. Ceramic tiles surrounding the Rotunda depict the Riverland environment. Australian artist Stephen Bowers used subject material for which the region is best known. At the front of the Library stands a uniquely shaped fountain. The surrounding copper plaques portray the history, development and future of the Loxton area. | |||
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Fishing
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Recreational fishing continues to be one of our most popular pastimes and provides the opportunity to share happy experiences with family and friends. Patience pays dividends with a variety of fish to catch such as Callop (Golden Perch, Yellow Belly) and the elusive Murray Cod. Yabbying is a great experience and hoop nets are relatively inexpensive, so why not try your luck - yabbying is great fun for all ages. Be aware that size and bag limits apply for some fish species. | ||
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Loch Luna Cruises
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Cruise the backwaters aboard the M.V. Loch Luna. 3 hour cruise, refreshments, departs from Kingston on Murray 9am and 1.30pm. | ||
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Kingston On Murray
Phone: 0449 122 271 |
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Undercover Playground
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A kid’s haven and a slice of parenting heaven, the Loxton Club’s undercover playground and Kid’s Room is an awesome place to play! Places to squeeze through, scramble over, climb up and slide down – or for those who need a bit of time out there’s videos to watch, games to play and great food from the Kid’s Menu to keep you going. Full bar and dining facilities available 7 days from 10am until late. | ||
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Loxton Club Inc,
27 Bookpurnong Tce, Loxton Phone: 08 8584 7353 |
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Loxton Memorial Gardens
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Over 1,100 roses grace the two beautiful gardens, Hentschke Memorial Rose Garden and Loxton Pioneer Memorial Garden, with the sundial and surrounds paying tribute to the early pioneers of our region. | ||
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Kokoda Tce and Tobruk Tce, Loxton
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Kingston Bridge Lookout
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One of Australia’s great explorers, Captain Charles Sturt, passed here on his Murray River expedition of 1830. The lookout that marks the spot offers good scenic views of the Murray River and backwaters. | ||
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Sturt Road
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Lock 4
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View the waters of the mighty Murray River as it passes through one of the six lock and weir chambers within SA waters. BBQ facilities available in an ideal picnic area. Gates open from 8am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day. | ||
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Berri Road, Loxton
Phone: 08 8582 1388 |
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Loxton Lights Christmas Festival
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The multi-award winning Loxton Lights Christmas Festival is the combination of activities, displays and festivities presents a colourful and exciting experience. Throughout the 5 week program, running from the last Saturday in November until New Years Eve, hundreds of cars and many coach loads of visitors tour the streets to experience the delights of Santa’s Walk, Christmas Wonderland, Little Town, Big Santa and other light displays throughout the township. Visit www.loxtonlights.com for full program details (available from mid-October annually) or phone Loxton Visitor Information Centre on 08 8584 8071.
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Loxton Community Conservation & Heritage Park
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This community project consists of a 700m trail with its environs featuring an early homestead ruin, native plants, manicured lawns, garden beds and ornamental fruit trees which collectively depict Loxton from its settlement through to today. | ||
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Cnr Sixth Street & Bookpurnong Road in the median strip , Loxton
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Loxton Golf Club
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Rated one of the best country courses in SA, this picturesque and deceptively challenging 18 hole, fully-turfed course is open 7 days a week (major closed events excepted) and visitors are always given a friendly, country welcome. Located just 8 kms from the town of Loxton on the banks of the Murray River, this highly recommended course plays host to many strongly supported tournaments each year. Do yourself a favour - make the time to visit - you will not be disappointed. | ||
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Loxton's Walking and Nature Trails
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Call into the Loxton Visitor Information Centre and collect your copy of Loxton’s Walking and Nature Trails brochure highlighting 3 easy walking trails. Pass areas rich in history and geology with some of the gum trees being hundreds of years old. Walks vary in time from approx 23 minutes (1700m) to 75 minutes (5300m). | ||
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Loxton's Pepper Tree
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There is more than one version of the story of the Pepper Tree, however, it is possible that this tree was planted by Mrs Howell in 1878 from peppercorns collected by William Charles Loxton, a boundary rider on Bookpurnong Station and a horseman of some note. (Bookpurnong Station was a sheep farming property of 485 square miles that included the land on which the town of Loxton has developed). William Loxton lived here with his wife from 1878-1881 in the modest pine and pug hut formerly occupied by his aunt, Mrs Howell, and her husband. The area around this hut was known as ‘Loxton’s Hut’ and eventually, just ‘Loxton’ (despite some local suggestions that it be named ‘Melba’ or ‘Mimiville’). Part of the termite-damaged tree collapsed in 1997 after a severe windstorm. A plaque alongside the tree commemorates the first reunion of the Loxton family. |
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Allan Hosking Drive, Loxton
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National Parks and Reserves
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Katarapko National Park: Katarapko Creek and the Murray River have cut deep channels and lagoons, making half the reserve an island. Ample fishing, camping and picnic spots. Opposite side of river from Loxton. Camping fee applies. Entry from Sturt Highway and Winkie Rd via Berri.
Moorook Game Reserve: A wetland reserve with many aquatic birds and animals. An all weather road allows vehicle access to the River Murray and Wachtel’s Lagoon throughout the year. Camping permitted. Camping fee applies. Entry to the reserve 3.5kms along the Moorook-Loxton Road off the Sturt Highway. Loch Luna Reserve: This is a wetland reserve with large areas of water, narrow creeks and shallow swamps which create a variety of environments that are important habitats for many aquatic birds and animals. Entry to Loch Luna is from Cobdogla or the northern entrance near Nappers Bridge. Additional information is available from the Loxton Visitor Information Centre. Camping fee applies. |
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Further information, Murraylands Regional Office
Phone: 08 8595 2111 |
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Sturt Memorial and Lookout
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Captain Sturt and his heroic crew rowed their 27 foot whale boat past this point on 30th January 1830 during their historic voyage of exploration of the Murray River. This large memorial overlooks the river and the town’s houseboat moorings below. |
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East Terrace, Loxton
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Evolve on Terrace
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You are invited to explore this magnificent store. You will discover an extensive range of home decorator pieces and exquisite stylish giftware to spoil yourself or special people in your life. Adorable Settler Bears, Ecoya candles, jewellery, rustic furniture, men’s gifts, home wares and stunning fresh flower arrangements (member of Interflora) . Collector Willow Tree Angels, luxurious Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries, garden sculptures and much more. Indulge your senses and explore Evolve On Terrace today. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm, Sat 9am-12.30pm with extended trading during December. | ||
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La Villa
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La Villa offers a gorgeous range of French style furniture, gifts and home wares including the beautiful range of Angads cushions and throw rugs. Spoil yourself with stylish jewellery, bags and scarves. Choose from an extensive range of the ever popular Maxwell & Williams kitchen wares. Indulge in the gourmet area with irresistable treats and condiments. Gift baskets made to order. Layby and gift vouchers available. Open: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 10.30am-4pm. Extended trading in December. Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday. | |
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28 Bookpurnong Road, Loxton
Phone: 08 8584 4729 |
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The Terrace Gallery
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Displaying local and regional touring exhibitions. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun and public holidays 10am-4pm. Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday. | ||
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Loxton Tourism & Art Centre, On the Roundabout, Loxton
Phone: 08 8584 8071 |
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Thymless Nursery
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Discover the thriving display of plants, trees and shrubs at Thymless Nursery. Listen to the soothing sounds of water trickling from fountains - while native birds fly in for a refreshing dip and drink. Wander the paths to uncover an array of cottage and formal plants, as well as an extensive selection of roses and trees. A great selection of crafts, water features, statues and garden furniture is also available. Happy gardening! Open 7 days. Summer 10am-5pm, Winter 10am-4.30pm. | ||
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Bookpurnong Tce, Loxton
Ph: 08 8584 7904 |
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Torambre Nissen Hut Wines
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Torambre is a boutique winery and cellar door located at Loxton North. The owners have total control over the winemaking process from growing the grapes right through to bottling and marketing. The unique cellar door is located in an original 1940’s Nissen Hut opposite the vineyards and winery that produce the award-winning Nissen Hut label. Cellar Door Sales available Fri, Sat and Sun 10am-4pm or by appointment (closed Good Friday, Christmas Day & New Years Day). | ||
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Balfour-Ogilvy Road, Loxton North
Phone: 08 8584 1530; After Hours 08 8584 1500 or Mobile: 0429 692 396 www.torambre.com.au |
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Tree of Knowledge
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View at a glance how severely a high river can affect this region. By studying the high river levels on the trunk of this magnificent old river red gum, you can begin to understand the cycles and impact of the Murray River system. | ||
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Lions Park, Grant Schubert Drive, Loxton
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| Canoe Hire: Discover the river in a 2-person Canadian style canoe. Hire available 7 days a week either by the hour or for the day. Bookings at the Loxton Riverfront Caravan Park reception. |
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