Rowland Flat, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Rowland Flat South Australia
Rowland Flat Location in South Australia
Population	361 (2006 census)
Established	1840s
Postcode(s)	5352
Elevation	294 m (965 ft)
Location	63 km (39 mi) North East of Adelaide via
LGA(s)	Barossa Council and Light Regional Council
State electorate(s)	Schubert
Federal Division(s)	Barker
Localities around Rowland Flat: Gomersal Tanunda Bethany Lyndoch Rowland Flat Krondorf Altona Pewsey Vale

Rowland Flat is a small town in South Australia. It's found in the famous Barossa Valley, a beautiful area known for its vineyards. The town sits at the bottom of the Barossa Ranges, about 294 meters above sea level. People often visit Rowland Flat because it's close to the Jacobs Creek Visitor's Centre and a big resort.

The Story of Rowland Flat

Rowland Flat used to be called Rowland's Flat. It got its name from Edward Rowlands. He was one of the first people to claim land here in 1839. The town itself was officially mapped out in 1850.

Where is Rowland Flat?

Rowland Flat is located in the Barossa Valley. You can find it on the Barossa Valley Highway. It sits between the towns of Lyndoch and Tanunda.

Local Government and Politics

Even though it's a small town, Rowland Flat is part of two different local government areas. Most of the town is in the Barossa Council area. However, the western part of Rowland Flat is in the Light Regional Council.

For state government, Rowland Flat is in the electoral district of Schubert. This means that when people vote for their state representatives, they vote in this area. For federal government, the town is part of the Division of Barker. This is the area that votes for a member of the Australian Parliament.

Things to See and Do

Rowland Flat is known for its beautiful surroundings and some interesting places to visit.

Wineries in the Area

The Barossa Valley is famous for its wineries, and Rowland Flat is no exception. Several wineries are located here, where grapes are grown and turned into wine. Some of these include:

• Orlando Wines
• Lou Miranda Estate
• Jenke Vineyard Cellars
• Liebichwein
• 1847

Other Local Spots

Besides wineries, there are other businesses and places to explore in Rowland Flat:

• Rocla Quarry: This is a place where rocks and minerals are dug out of the ground.
• Tanunda Links Golf Course: If you enjoy golf, there's a golf course nearby where you can play.
• Novotel Barossa Valley Resort: This is a large resort where visitors can stay. It's a popular place for people exploring the Barossa Valley.