Black Point, South Australia facts for kids
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 Black Point
Location in South Australia
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| Established | 27 May 1999 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5571 | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | ACST (UTC+9:30) | ||||||||||||||
| • Summer (DST) | ACST (UTC+10:30) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 72 km (45 mi) northwest of Adelaide | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Yorke Peninsula Council | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Yorke and Mid North | ||||||||||||||
| County | Fergusson | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Narungga | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Grey | ||||||||||||||
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| Footnotes | Location Adjoining localities |
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Black Point is a small coastal area in South Australia. It's located on the eastern side of the Yorke Peninsula. This spot is about 72 kilometers (that's about 45 miles) northwest of Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia.
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What is Black Point?
Black Point is an area of land that has clear borders. To its west, you'll find the St Vincent Highway. To its east, it meets the waters of Gulf St Vincent. Along this coastline, there's a bay officially named Port Alfred. This bay faces towards the north-east.
The Headland
The coastline of Black Point ends at a piece of land that sticks out into the sea. This is called a headland. This headland is officially known by two names: Black Point and also Gudliwardi. Gudliwardi is a word from the Narungga language, which is the language of the Aboriginal people who traditionally lived in this area.
How Black Point Got Its Name
The name "Black Point" comes from this headland. A person named Stephen Goldsworthy officially named it on October 10, 1854. The boundaries for the area we now call Black Point were officially set much later, in May 1999. This was done to recognize the name that had been used for a long time. The area also includes a place known as the Black Point Shack Site, where people have built small holiday homes.
What is the Land Used For?
As of 2015, the land in Black Point is used for a few different things:
Farming and Nature
- Farming: Most of the land in Black Point is used for agriculture, which means growing crops or raising animals.
- Nature Protection: There's also a strip of land right along the coast that is used for conservation. This means it's protected to keep its natural environment safe.
Homes and Holidays
- Homes: Some parts of the land along the Port Alfred coastline are used for homes. People live here permanently.
- Holiday Stays: Other parts of the coast are used for short-term tourist accommodation. This means places where people can stay for holidays. One example of this is a caravan park, where people can bring their caravans or tents.
Government and Representation
Black Point is part of different government areas in Australia. This helps make sure the community has a say in how things are run.
Federal Government
For federal elections, Black Point is part of the Division of Grey. This is the area that elects a representative to the Australian Parliament in Canberra.
State Government
For state elections, Black Point is in the Electoral district of Narungga. This area elects a representative to the South Australian Parliament.
Local Government
At the local level, Black Point is managed by the Yorke Peninsula Council. This council looks after local services like roads, parks, and rubbish collection.
