Mypolonga, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mypolonga South Australia
Man holding sample of oats from Mypolonga, November 1915.
Mypolonga Location in South Australia
Postcode(s)	5254
Location	18 km (11 mi) NE of Murray Bridge
LGA(s)	Rural City of Murray Bridge
State electorate(s)	Electoral district of Hammond
Federal Division(s)	Division of Barker
Localities around Mypolonga: Caloote, Wall Flat Woodlane Pompoota Pallamana Mypolonga Burdett Murray Bridge North Willow Banks, Toora Sunnyside

Mypolonga is a small country town in South Australia. It is located on the western side of the lower Murray River. The town is found between the larger towns of Mannum and Murray Bridge.

Today, Mypolonga has a local post office and a general store. It also has a local primary school for younger students. The town is home to an Australian Rules Football team. This team plays in the River Murray Football League.

What Does Mypolonga Mean?

The name Mypolonga comes from an Aboriginal language. It means "cliff lookout place." This name makes sense because the town is surrounded by tall limestone cliffs. These cliffs run along the Murray River.

Farming Life in Mypolonga

Mypolonga is known for its large areas of farmland. The town was even a finalist in the 2021 South Australian Ag Town of the Year award. This award celebrates towns that are important for agriculture.

Farmers in Mypolonga produce many different things. Some of the main products include:

• Cow's milk
• Jonesey's buffalo milk
• Stone fruits like apricots, peaches, nectarines, and plums
• Citrus fruits such as oranges and lemons
• Grapes used for making wine
• Olives