Karatta, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Karatta South Australia
Karatta Location in South Australia
Population	407 (shared with other localities within the “State Suburb of Vivonne Bay”) (2011 census)
Established	2002
Postcode(s)	5223
Time zone	ACST (UTC+9:30)
• Summer (DST)	ACST (UTC+10:30)
Location	191 km (119 mi) south-west of Adelaide
LGA(s)	Kangaroo Island Council
Region	Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island
County	Carnarvon
State electorate(s)	Mawson
Federal Division(s)	Mayo
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall 22.1 °C 72 °F 11.5 °C 53 °F 534.0 mm 21 in
Suburbs around Karatta: Flinders Chase Gosse Gosse Flinders Chase Karatta Newland Vivonne Bay Stun’Sail Boom Ocean Ocean Ocean
Footnotes	Distances Coordinates Climate Adjoining localities

Karatta is a small place in South Australia, located on the southern coast of Kangaroo Island. It looks out over the Southern Ocean, which is also known as the Great Australian Bight by many international groups. Karatta is about 191 kilometers (118 miles) southwest of Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia.

About Karatta

Where is Karatta Located?

Karatta's borders were officially set up in 2002. These borders were chosen to match the area that had been known as "Karatta" for a long time. Its western edge is marked by the West End Highway in the north. In the south, the Sanderson Fire Access Track forms part of its western border.

What is the Land Like in Karatta?

The land in Karatta is used for two main purposes:

• Farming: A lot of the land is used for agriculture, especially near the coast. There are special rules here to protect the natural beauty of the coastline.
• Conservation: Large areas are set aside to protect nature. This includes parts of the Flinders Chase National Park, which has two sections within Karatta. One section is in the west, and another is in the north. Also, in the southeast corner, you'll find the Cape Bouguer Wilderness Protection Area and the Kelly Hill Conservation Park. These parks help keep the local plants and animals safe.

Historic Places in Karatta

Karatta is home to the Grassdale Homestead. This historic farm is listed on the South Australian Heritage Register. This means it's an important place that helps us understand the history of the area.

How is Karatta Governed?

Karatta is part of a few different government areas:

• Federal Government: It is in the federal division of Mayo. This is the area represented by a member of the Australian Parliament.
• State Government: For state matters, Karatta is in the electoral district of Mawson. This is the area represented by a member of the South Australian Parliament.
• Local Government: At a local level, Karatta is managed by the Kangaroo Island Council. This council looks after local services for the community.