Port Broughton

Port Broughton is ideally situated neighbouring the Mid North, Lower Flinders Ranges, Clare Valley and the Copper Coast, making it the perfect spot to visit a number of different regions and caters for many different interests. Being in the top end of the Peninsula means that it a little drier and warmer than much of the rest of Yorke Peninsula. This delightful town is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the local seafood and fine cuisine that the peninsula and surrounding districts have to offer.
Port Broughton received its name from the river flowing north of the township, named by Edward John Eyre in 1839 after the first Anglican Archbishop of Australia. Port Broughton is a delightful town with attractive beaches and is very popular with tourist, and people looking to fish and relax. Port Broughton provides the opportunity to see dolphins, pelicans, and superb sunsets. The population of Port Broughton is around 1,000 with it becoming increasingly popular with retirees; the population in the summer holidays reaches 4,000.

Port Broughton - Yorke Peninsula, South Australia

History

Initially pastoralists used the land around Port Broughton, however the land was not suitable for grazing. In 1869 the land was sold into acre lots with 97 local landowners. The town was surveyed in 1871 with another 60 allotments for sale in 1872. The town soon grew into a large wheat port. The first proper jetty built in 1874 was 1,260 feet long and cost £1,200. The jetty however was replaced in 1876 after a railway was built between Mundoora and Port Broughton. The new jetty meant that the bottom of the harbour had to be dredged; the jetty was 1,245 feet long and had a railway going the length of the jetty. The new jetty was built at a cost of £3,715.

Attractions

  • Historical Museum contains information on the history of the local area and has a interesting collection of old photo's and artefacts. Located in the old school house (1879) on the corner of Edmond and Harvey Street.
  • Swimming beaches and great beaches for water sports
  • Fishing charters and jetty possible catches include King George Whiting, Snapper, Garfish and Blue Swimmer Crabs.
  • 5kms away is great shack location, Fisherman's Bay an excellent crabbing beach with sandy, sea grassy tidal flats.
  • Clements Gap
  • Historical Walking trail including Old Railway Station (1876), Port Broughton Hotel built in two stages and Heritage Centre (1892)

Activities

  • Swimming 
  • Fishing
  • Crabbing
  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Indoor and outdoor bowls
  • Gym
  • Sightseeing
  • Walking Trails
  • Watersports

Events

  • Monthly bazaars/markets 1st Sunday of each month.
  • Winter Family Fun Fishing Competition attracting anglers from all over the state; it has both beach, jetty, and boat fishing, June long weekend

Town Facilities

  • Hummocks Station, via Port Broughton, Phone: (08) 8865 2520
  • Barunga By The Sea, Phone: (08) 8635 0500
  • Central Deli, Phone: (08) 8635 2060
  • Country Beauty by Helen, Phone: (08) 8635 2888
  • Rural Transaction Centre, Phone: (08) 8635 2107
  • Geoff Smith Real Estate, Phone: (08) 8635 2566
  • Boat Ramp
  • Tennis courts
  • Skate Park
  • Golf course
  • Bowling greens
  • Motel
  • Hotel
  • Service station
  • Café's
  • Jetty
  • Caravan parks

Nearest Visitor Information

Port Broughton Visitor Centre
2 Bay Street, Pt Broughton, 5522