Willunga South, South Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Willunga South Adelaide, South Australia
Willunga South Location in South Australia
Established	1879
Postcode(s)	5172
Location	48 km (30 mi) from Adelaide
LGA(s)	City of Onkaparinga
Region	Southern Adelaide
County	Adelaide
State electorate(s)	Mawson
Federal Division(s)	Kingston
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall 19.4 °C 67 °F 7.5 °C 46 °F 756.3 mm 29.8 in
Suburbs around Willunga South: Whites Valley Whites Valley Willunga Willunga Sellicks Hill Willunga South Willunga Hill Myponga Pages Flat Willunga Hill
Footnotes	Adjoining suburbs

Willunga South is a small town located south of Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia. It is part of the City of Onkaparinga local government area. The town was established in 1879.

Willunga South is nestled within the Sellicks Hill Range and sits at the base of Delabole Hill. It is about 48 kilometers (roughly 30 miles) away from the center of Adelaide. This makes it a quiet spot, but still close enough to a major city.

Location and Surroundings

Willunga South is in a beautiful natural area. It is surrounded by other towns and natural features. To the west, you'll find Sellicks Hill. To the north, there's Whites Valley and the town of Willunga.

Geographical Features

The town's location is shaped by its hills. The Sellicks Hill Range is a series of hills that are part of the Mount Lofty Ranges. Delabole Hill is a specific hill that Willunga South sits at the bottom of. These features give the area its unique landscape.

Local Government

Willunga South is governed by the City of Onkaparinga. This local government body helps manage services for the community. These services include things like roads, parks, and local planning.

State and Federal Representation

For state government matters, Willunga South is in the Electoral district of Mawson. This means residents vote for a representative in the South Australian Parliament. At the federal level, the town is part of the Division of Kingston. This division elects a representative to the Australian Parliament in Canberra.

Climate

Willunga South experiences a mild climate. The average highest temperature is around 19.4 degrees Celsius (about 67 degrees Fahrenheit). The average lowest temperature is about 7.5 degrees Celsius (around 45 degrees Fahrenheit). The area also receives a good amount of rain, with an average of 756.3 millimeters (about 30 inches) per year. This climate supports the local environment and any farming activities.