North Haven, South Australia facts for kids
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Floating dock at North Haven
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 North Haven
Location in South Australia
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| Established | 1975 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5018 | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | ACST (UTC+9:30) | ||||||||||||||
| • Summer (DST) | ACST (UTC+10:30) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 18 km (11 mi) northwest of Adelaide city centre | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Port Adelaide Enfield | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Port Adelaide | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Hindmarsh | ||||||||||||||
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| Footnotes | Location Coordinates Climate Adjoining suburbs |
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North Haven is a suburb located in the north-western part of Adelaide, in South Australia, Australia. It's about 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Adelaide's main city center. This area is part of the City of Port Adelaide Enfield.
North Haven is next to other suburbs like Osborne and Outer Harbour. It's bordered by roads like Oliver Rogers and Victoria Road to the north and east. To the south, you'll find Marmora Terrace, and to the west, it meets the beautiful Gulf St Vincent. The postcode for North Haven is 5018.
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A Look Back: North Haven's History
North Haven started as a private land development in 1976. At first, some people didn't like the name because it was similar to other places in Australia.
Over time, North Haven's borders have changed a bit. Land was added from nearby Osborne, and even a part of the harbor became officially part of North Haven in 2007.
What Can You Find in North Haven?
North Haven has many useful places for its residents.
Shopping and Services
You can find a small shopping center on Osborne Road. This center has a supermarket, a chemist (pharmacy), a bakery, and other shops and restaurants. There's also a retirement village on Military Road.
Fun by the Water
The western side of North Haven is right by the coast. Here, you'll find a Surf Lifesaving Club, which helps keep people safe in the water.
The Gulf Point Marina is also located here. It's a special place for people who love sailing. The marina is protected by two man-made walls called breakwaters. Many houses are built right along the marina.
Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia
Connected to the marina is the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia. This club is a popular spot for sailing enthusiasts. It's a great place for people to enjoy boating and water activities.
Sports and Recreation
If you like cricket, North Haven has its own local team, the North Haven Cricket Club. They have several teams that play in the Adelaide and Suburban Cricket Association.
Learning in North Haven
North Haven is a good place for younger students to learn.
Local Schools
The suburb has a local primary school called North Haven School R-7. This school teaches students from Reception (the first year of school) up to Year 7. There is also a North Haven Kindergarten for younger children.
Nearby High School Options
North Haven itself doesn't have a high school. The closest high school is Ocean View College B-12, which is in the nearby suburb of Taperoo.
Getting Around North Haven
It's easy to travel in and out of North Haven using public transport.
Bus Services
Bus route 330 serves the area. It travels along Lady Gowrie and Osborne Roads, and also Osborne and Victoria Roads.
Train Stations
North Haven is also connected by train. The Outer Harbor railway line runs through the suburb. The main station at the end of the line is Outer Harbor railway station. North Haven also has two other train stations: North Haven railway station and Osborne railway station.
How North Haven is Governed
Understanding how a place is governed helps us see how decisions are made.
Local Government
North Haven is part of the City of Port Adelaide Enfield. This is the local council that looks after things like parks, roads, and rubbish collection in the area.
State and Federal Government
For state government matters, North Haven is in the electoral district of Port Adelaide. This means residents vote for a representative in the state parliament. At the federal level, North Haven is part of the division of Hindmarsh. This is for voting for a representative in the national parliament.
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360° panorama of the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia, located at North Haven
