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Punyelroo
South Australia
Punyelroo is located in South Australia
Punyelroo
Punyelroo
Location in South Australia
Postcode(s) 5354
Time zone ACST (UTC+9:30)
 • Summer (DST) ACDT (UTC+10:30)
Location 57 km (35 mi) SE of Nurioopta
LGA(s) Mid Murray Council
State electorate(s) Schubert
Federal Division(s) Barker

Punyelroo is a small town in South Australia, Australia. It sits right on the banks of the famous Murray River. You can find it about 5 kilometres downstream from Swan Reach, but on the other side of the river. The town got its name from a nearby farm. You can reach Punyelroo by a sealed road from the Sedan Swan Reach Road, or by a good dirt road if you're coming from Mannum.

Exploring Punyelroo's Unique Features

Punyelroo is known for its special natural features and riverside living. It's a great spot for those who love the water and exploring caves.

The Mysterious Punyelroo Cave

One of the most famous spots in Punyelroo is the Punyelroo Cave. It's located right on the banks of the Murray River. This cave is quite long, stretching for about 3 kilometres! It's actually the longest of several caves found in the Murray Plains area.

In 2021, a scientist named Karl Brandt wrote an article in Caves Australia. He suggested that Punyelroo Cave might have been the home of the Whowie. The Whowie is a scary creature from Australian Aboriginal mythology. It's a fascinating idea that connects the cave to ancient stories!

Riverside Living in Punyelroo

Punyelroo is a town where many homes are right on the water. These homes are often called "shacks" in Australia, which are like holiday houses. There's also a caravan and camping park in Punyelroo. This park has a boat ramp, which is perfect for launching boats onto the river. Most of the people who own shacks or stay at the park are long-term visitors.

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