Kimba
SA 5641 • South Australia
About Kimba
Kimba is a small agricultural town on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula, situated approximately 282 kilometres north-west of Adelaide within the District Council of Kimba. With a population of 608 at the 2021 Census, Kimba serves as a service hub for the surrounding wheat and pastoral farming region at an elevation of around 280 metres above sea level. Established as a town in 1915, Kimba is located near the geographical centre of South Australia and lies within the Eyre Western region.
Kimba is perhaps best known for the Big Galah, a colourful six-metre fibreglass sculpture of a Major Mitchell Cockatoo that greets visitors on the edge of town and has become one of the region's most photographed roadside attractions. The town provides essential services including a school, hotel, supermarket, and medical facilities, making it a vital hub for surrounding farming communities. The open skies, wide plains, and the quiet pace of life on the Eyre Peninsula attract those seeking wide-open spaces and a genuine taste of regional South Australia.
Kimba falls under postcode 5641 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Flinders electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Stateliner Coach — Adelaide (Central Bus Station) Approximately 4-5 hours
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Lincoln Highway and Eyre Highway are the main routes; Port Augusta is the nearest regional hub at ~170km east
The compact town centre has basic services within walking distance, but most needs beyond town require a car
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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69 West Terrace