Moonta Bay, South Australia

Moonta Bay
South Australia

Jetty
Moonta Bay
Coordinates 34°03′0″S 137°34′0″E / 34.05000°S 137.56667°ECoordinates: 34°03′0″S 137°34′0″E / 34.05000°S 137.56667°E
Population 2,042 (2006 census)[1]
Postcode(s) 5558
LGA(s) District Council of the Copper Coast
State electorate(s) Goyder
Federal Division(s) Grey

Moonta Bay is located in the Copper Coast region of Northern Yorke Peninsula South Australia, adjacent to the historic town of Moonta and Port Hughes. At the 2006 census, Moonta Bay had a population of 2,042.[1]

It is a popular tourist destination, with attractions including the beach and jetty.

Accommodation is available for tourists at the beachside caravan park and motel. There are a range of restaurants, cafes and a functions venue.

The function centre located on the headland overlooking the sea is a popular location for weddings.

Swanky beer

Moonta Bay is the home of Copper Coast Wines, the producer of the traditional Swanky beer.

Notes and references

  1. 1.0 1.1 Australian Bureau of Statistics (25 October 2007). "Moonta Bay (State Suburb)". 2006 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 11 October 2011.

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