Apoinga
SA 5413 • South Australia
About Apoinga
Apoinga is a small rural locality in the Mid North region of South Australia, situated within the Regional Council of Goyder approximately 27 kilometres south of Burra. With a population of just 29 people recorded in the 2021 census, it is one of the more sparsely populated localities in the state. The area sits on traditional Ngadjuri Country and takes its name from a corruption of an Aboriginal tribal name. The surrounding landscape is characterised by open farmland and rolling pastoral country typical of the mid-north agricultural belt.
Life in Apoinga revolves around farming and rural pursuits, with the community closely connected to the larger service town of Burra for shopping, health, and social amenities. The locality attracts those seeking a quiet, off-grid lifestyle surrounded by South Australian countryside. Residents enjoy access to the heritage-listed town of Burra, which offers historic copper-mining sites, galleries, and community events. The region is popular with hobby farmers, retirees, and those drawn to the tranquillity of regional South Australia.
Apoinga falls under postcode 5413 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Frome electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coach — Burra / Adelaide ~2.5 hours to Adelaide
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport for residents
Extremely rural locality; all errands require a vehicle
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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7 Saddle Road