Winkie, South Australia facts for kids
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 Winkie
Location in South Australia
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| Established | 20 August 1953 (town) 3 December 1998 (locality) |
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| Abolished | 27 January 1972 (town) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5343 | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | ACST (UTC+9:30) | ||||||||||||||
| • Summer (DST) | ACDT (UTC+10:30) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Berri Barmera Council | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Chaffey | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Barker | ||||||||||||||
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| Footnotes | Location Adjoining localities |
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Winkie is a small place in South Australia. It is about 11 kilometers (7 miles) southwest of Berri. It is also about the same distance southeast of Barmera. Winkie is very close to the Murray River, which flows through Berri.
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History of Winkie
Winkie was once part of a very large property called Cobdogla Station. A "station" in Australia is a huge farm or ranch. On old maps, this area was known as "Wink Wink Paddock." The name "Winkie" might mean "river flats," which are flat areas of land near a river.
Early Development
Between 1911 and 1913, the area was carefully measured and planned. This was done to create channels for water as part of the Berri Irrigation Area. Irrigation helps bring water to dry land for farming.
Soldier Settlement
After World War I, the area was made bigger for "soldier settlement." This was a plan to give land to soldiers who had fought in the war. It helped them start new lives as farmers.
Plans for a Town
In the 1950s, there were ideas to build a proper town with houses in Winkie. However, these plans never happened. Winkie remained a smaller, rural area.
Official Recognition
Winkie was officially recognized as a town on August 20, 1953. Later, on December 3, 1998, it was officially named a "locality." A locality is a specific area or place, often without a formal town center. The town status was removed on January 27, 1972.
Location and Nearby Places
Winkie is part of the Riverland region of South Australia. This area is known for its fruit orchards and vineyards. It is also famous for the Murray River.
Local Government
Winkie is managed by the Berri Barmera Council. This council helps look after local services and facilities.
Close Neighbors
Winkie has several nearby places. To the northwest are Barmera and Loveday. To the southwest and west is Gerard. Katarapko is to the south. To the east and northeast are Gurra Gurra and Bookpurnong. Glossop is to the north.
