Wedge Island, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Wedge Island South Australia
Wedge Island Location in South Australia
Established	2014
Postcode(s)	5606
Time zone	ACST (UTC+9:30)
• Summer (DST)	ACST (UTC+10:30)
Location	196 km (122 mi) west of Adelaide city centre
LGA(s)	unincorporated area
State electorate(s)	Flinders
Federal Division(s)	Grey
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall 18.6 °C 65 °F 13.7 °C 57 °F 445.2 mm 17.5 in
Footnotes	Coordinates Climate

Wedge Island is a special place, or "locality," in South Australia. It's found on an island also called Wedge Island, right at the entrance of the Spencer Gulf. This spot is about 196 kilometers west of the main city, Adelaide city centre.

About Wedge Island Locality

This area was officially named Wedge Island in 2014. The main reason was to help people living there get their mail and find their homes easily. The name was chosen because people had been calling the island "Wedge Island" for a very long time.

What People Do There

The land on Wedge Island is used for two main things: farming and tourism. Farming has been happening there since the mid-1800s. People started visiting for fun and holidays in the 1980s.

Farming on the Island

For over 150 years, farmers have used the land on Wedge Island. They likely grow crops or raise animals. This helps provide food and other products.

Tourism and Visitors

Since the 1980s, Wedge Island has also become a place for tourists. People visit to enjoy the island's natural beauty. This could include fishing, exploring, or just relaxing by the sea.

Government and Representation

Wedge Island is part of a larger area in Australia. It falls under the federal area known as the Division of Grey. For state government, it's in the electoral district of Flinders. It's also part of the unincorporated area of South Australia. This means it's not part of a local council, but is managed directly by the state government.