Mypolonga
SA 5254 • South Australia
About Mypolonga
Mypolonga is a rural town in South Australia's Murraylands region, situated on the western bank of the lower Murray River approximately 18 kilometres north-east of Murray Bridge, within the Rural City of Murray Bridge local government area. With a population of around 506 residents spread across 46 square kilometres, the town sits among scenic limestone cliffs and agricultural land between Mannum and Murray Bridge. Its name derives from an Aboriginal word meaning 'cliff lookout place', a fitting description of its elevated Murray River setting.
Mypolonga has a strong agricultural identity, producing cow's milk, buffalo milk, stone fruit including apricots, peaches, nectarines and plums, as well as citrus, wine grapes, and olives — earning it recognition as a finalist in the 2021 South Australian Agricultural Town of the Year award. The town is served by a local post office and general store, a primary school, and an Australian Rules Football team competing in the River Murray Football League. The striking limestone cliffs and riverside setting make Mypolonga a scenic and distinctive community that combines rural productivity with natural beauty.
Mypolonga falls under postcode 5254 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hammond electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited regional coach services — Murray Bridge / Adelaide ~20 min to Murray Bridge; ~1 hr 30 min to Adelaide
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Access via South Eastern Freeway/Princes Highway through Murray Bridge; car essential
Mypolonga is a small rural river town with minimal local facilities; a car is necessary for most daily errands beyond the local store
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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North Terrace
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Williams Street