Joanna
SA 5271 • South Australia
About Joanna
Joanna is a small rural locality in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia, situated approximately 320 kilometres south-east of Adelaide near the border with Victoria. Covering around 129 square kilometres of gently undulating agricultural land, it falls within the electorate of Barker and the state electorate of MacKillop. The 2021 census recorded a modest population of 106 residents, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled farming community.
Life in Joanna revolves around broad-acre cropping and sheep grazing, with the surrounding paddocks shaped by generations of pastoral families. The nearest service centres are Bordertown and Naracoorte, each roughly a 30–40 minute drive, providing access to schools, supermarkets, and medical facilities. Residents value the quiet, wide-open lifestyle and strong community bonds that define South Australia's rural south-east.
Joanna falls under postcode 5271 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mackillop electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Bordertown (~35 km) is the nearest town with regional services; no rail connection to Adelaide from this locality.
A remote rural locality with no footpaths, public transport, or local shops. A car is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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12 Rolland Street
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Stewart Terrace
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Park Terrace
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Cedar Avenue
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72 Old Caves Road
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Vogelsang Road