Tarlee, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Tarlee South Australia
Tarlee War Memorial
Tarlee Location in South Australia
Postcode(s)	5411
Elevation	246 m (807 ft)
Location	8 km (5 mi) south-east of Giles Corner
LGA(s)	District Council of Clare and Gilbert Valleys
Region	Mid North
State electorate(s)	Frome
Federal Division(s)	Grey
Localities around Tarlee: Giles Corner Riverton Hamilton Alma Tarlee Allendale North Stockport Bethel Kapunda

Tarlee is a small town in South Australia. It's a quiet place with a population of 302 people, according to the 2016 census. The name "Tarlee" might come from "Tralee" in Ireland, but no one is completely sure! The town was first put up for sale in 1867.

Discovering Tarlee

Tarlee is located in the lower Mid North region of South Australia. It sits right where the Horrocks Highway crosses the Gilbert River.

Where is Tarlee?

Tarlee is about 8 kilometers south of Giles Corner. At Giles Corner, the Barrier Highway splits off from the Horrocks Highway. This Barrier Highway leads to Broken Hill. The Horrocks Highway continues through the beautiful Clare Valley.

Tarlee's History

Tarlee has an interesting past, especially with its railway connections.

The Railway Years

For many years, Tarlee was an important stop on the Peterborough railway line. This line connected towns like Roseworthy and Burra. The railway was a big part of how goods and people moved around. It helped Tarlee grow and connect with other places. However, the railway line through Tarlee was closed in the 2000s.

Community Hubs

The Tarlee institute building is a special place in the town. It first opened its doors in 1888. Community institutes like this often serve as a meeting place for locals. They can host events, classes, and other activities.

How Tarlee is Governed

Tarlee is part of a larger local area. This helps manage services and community needs.

Local Government

Tarlee is located within the District Council of Clare and Gilbert Valleys. This is the local government area that helps manage things like roads, parks, and community services for the town.

State and Federal Representation

For state government, Tarlee is in the South Australian House of Assembly electoral district of Frome. This means people in Tarlee vote for a representative in the state parliament. For the national government, Tarlee is in the Australian House of Representatives Division of Grey. This is their representative in the federal parliament.