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Telowie

SA 5540 • South Australia

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
99.88 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteBushlandPeaceful

About Telowie

Telowie is a remote rural locality in the Southern Flinders Ranges of South Australia, situated approximately 213 kilometres north of Adelaide and about 25 kilometres north-east of Port Pirie. Covering nearly 100 square kilometres, the locality falls within the District Council of Mount Remarkable and recorded a population of 89 residents in the 2021 Census. The landscape is defined by dramatic gorge country where Telowie Creek has carved through the ranges, creating diverse habitats that span both temperate and arid ecological zones.

Telowie is closely associated with the former Telowie Gorge Conservation Park, now incorporated into the Wapma Thura–Southern Flinders Ranges National Park, which offers bushwalking and wildlife watching opportunities including a colony of yellow-footed rock-wallabies. The locality is extremely rural in character, with residents dependent on private vehicles for access to Port Pirie for shopping, schools, and services. The municipal seat of the district, Melrose, is approximately 28 kilometres to the north-east. Telowie's remote setting in the southern Flinders Ranges attracts visitors and nature lovers drawn to its rugged scenery and conservation values.

Telowie falls under postcode 5540 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5540
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Stuart
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.21°, 138.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
99.88 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Northern Passenger Transport Network (Care in Motion) — Port Pirie and regional towns (demand-responsive) Approx. 30–40 min to Port Pirie

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
213 km
By Train
No direct train service; Port Pirie (approx. 25 km) has regional rail connections
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2-2.5 hours

🛣️ Port Pirie is the nearest service centre; access via Telowie Gorge Road and Augusta Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all errands in this remote rural locality with no local shops or services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Telowie known for? +

Telowie is known for its dramatic gorge country within the Southern Flinders Ranges, particularly the former Telowie Gorge Conservation Park — now part of Wapma Thura–Southern Flinders Ranges National Park. The gorge is home to yellow-footed rock-wallabies and diverse wildlife spanning temperate and arid habitats.

How far is Telowie from Adelaide? +

Telowie is approximately 213 kilometres north of Adelaide CBD. The drive typically takes around 2.5 to 3 hours, with Port Pirie being the nearest major service centre approximately 25 kilometres to the south-west.

Does Telowie have public transport? +

Telowie is served by the Northern Passenger Transport Network, a demand-responsive service operated by Care in Motion connecting residents to Port Pirie and regional towns. There is no rail service directly to Telowie; the nearest station is in Port Pirie.

What is the population of Telowie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Telowie had a population of 89 residents. It is a very small, sparsely settled rural locality within the District Council of Mount Remarkable in South Australia's mid-north.

Is Telowie a good place to live? +

Telowie offers a remote, peaceful lifestyle in the stunning Southern Flinders Ranges for those who love nature, bushwalking, and wide open spaces. Daily conveniences are absent locally, and residents must travel to Port Pirie or Melrose for shopping, schools, and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Telowie? +

The postcode for Telowie, South Australia is 5540, which it shares with several other localities in the Mount Remarkable district including Port Germein and Weeroona Island.