Seddon, South Australia facts for kids
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 Seddon
Location in South Australia
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| Population | 560 (shared with other localities in the “State Suburb of Nepean Bay”) (2011 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Established | 2002 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5223 | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | ACST (UTC+9:30) | ||||||||||||||
| • Summer (DST) | ACST (UTC+10:30) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Kangaroo Island Council | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island | ||||||||||||||
| County | County of Carnarvon | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Mawson | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Mayo | ||||||||||||||
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| Footnotes | Coordinates Locations Climate Adjoining localities |
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Seddon is a small area or "locality" in South Australia. It is found on Kangaroo Island, which is a large island off the coast. Seddon is about 151 kilometers (94 miles) south-west of Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia. It's also about 37 kilometers (23 miles) south-west of Kingscote, which is the main town on Kangaroo Island.
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About Seddon's Location
Seddon's official borders were set up in March 2002. The name "Seddon" comes from a very old land division called the Hundred of Seddon. This is a type of historical land area used for mapping.
Where Seddon is Located
Seddon is bordered by the Playford Highway and the town of Parndana to its north. To the south, part of its border is the South Coast Road.
What the Land is Used For
Most of the land in Seddon is used for "primary production." This means things like farming or raising animals. However, some areas are set aside for conservation. These are places like the Seddon Conservation Park, where nature is protected. Land near Parndana is used for homes and businesses.
Government and Representation
Seddon is part of different government areas. These areas help decide who represents the people living there.
Federal and State Government
For the Australian federal government, Seddon is in the Division of Mayo. This is an area that elects a person to the national parliament. For the state government of South Australia, Seddon is in the electoral district of Mawson. This area elects a person to the state parliament.
Local Government
Seddon is also part of the Kangaroo Island Council. This is the local government that manages things like roads, parks, and local services on Kangaroo Island.
