Moorak, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Moorak South Australia
Moorak from the road around Blue Lake, ca 1932
Moorak Location in South Australia
Established	1999
Postcode(s)	5291
LGA(s)	District Council of Grant
Region	Limestone Coast
County	Grey
State electorate(s)	Mount Gambier
Federal Division(s)	Barker
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall 19.0 °C 66 °F 8.2 °C 47 °F 708.4 mm 27.9 in
Localities around Moorak: Burrungule Compton Mount Gambier Mount Gambier Kongorong Moorak OB Flat Kongorong Mount Schank OB Flat
Footnotes	Adjoining localities

Moorak is a small area located just south of Mount Gambier, a city in South Australia. It is considered a suburb or neighborhood of Mount Gambier. This area is known for its quiet surroundings and connection to the larger city.

What's in a Name?

The name Moorak might come from an Aboriginal word. Some people believe it means "Mountain." An early landowner named Doctor Browne suggested this meaning. However, he also noted that the word might not be from the local Aboriginal tribe of the area. This shows how place names often have interesting histories.

Where is Moorak Located?

Moorak is part of the wider Mount Gambier area. It is located in the southeastern part of South Australia. The area is close to other places like Compton and OB Flat. Moorak is also part of what is called Mount Gambier's "urban sprawl." This means it is one of the areas that has grown outwards from the main city.

Government and Representation

Moorak is part of several important government areas. These areas help decide who represents the people living there. They also help manage local services.

Federal Government

For national elections, Moorak is in the federal division of Barker. A federal division is a specific geographic area. People living in this area vote for a representative to the Australian Parliament. This representative helps make laws for the whole country.

State Government

At the state level, Moorak belongs to the state electoral district of Mount Gambier. A state electoral district is similar to a federal division. However, it is for voting in state elections. The person elected here represents Moorak in the South Australian Parliament. They help make laws for the state.

Local Government

For local services, Moorak is part of the District Council of Grant. This is a local government area. The local council looks after things like roads, parks, and waste collection. They make decisions that directly affect the people living in Moorak.