Gemmells, South Australia facts for kids
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 Gemmells
Location in South Australia
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| Postcode(s) | 5255 | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Alexandrina Council | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Electoral district of Heysen | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Division of Mayo | ||||||||||||||
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Gemmells is a small place, also called a "locality," located in the beautiful Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. It sits between two other towns, Mount Barker and Strathalbyn. You can travel to Gemmells by road. It is also found along the historic Victor Harbor railway line.
Exploring Gemmells
Gemmells is a quiet area known for its natural beauty. It is part of the larger Alexandrina Council area. This region is popular for its rolling hills and green landscapes.
How Gemmells Got Its Name
The name Gemmells comes from an early settler named Thomas Gemmell. He was one of the first farmers and "pastoralists" in this area. A pastoralist is someone who raises livestock, like sheep or cattle, on a large piece of land. Thomas Gemmell played a part in developing the land here a long time ago.
