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2 Visit interpretive centres sharing the stories of bush outfitter and outback legend RM Williams and polar explorer Sir Hubert Wilkins. See the fully restored WWI Krupp Cannon and Australia’s largest pressed glass collection. Eating options abound in Jamestown: freshly baked breads and pastries from Jamestown Bakery; gourmet lunches, coffee and cake at Evergreen Café and Wild With Style, delicious hot take away food at Hunts Roadhouse and great pub food at the Jamestown, Commercial and Railway hotels. On weekdays and Saturday mornings, Jamestown’s shopping precinct is thriving. Browse through a vast range of stores selling gifts, clothing, shoes, quilting supplies, hardware and more. On weekends, check out The Depot on Irvine, an eclectic store jam-packed with great gift ideas and local finds. Jamestown makes life easy for travellers, with the local supermarket and fuel outlets open 7 days a week and free Wifi in the main shopping precinct. You’ll also find a library (with free internet access), hospital, medical centre, pharmacy, physiotherapist, dentist, newsagency, post office, ANZ & Bank SA branches and a vast range of professional and agribusiness services. For the active traveller, Jamestown has the well-maintained Jacka Creek walking trail, a swimming pool and hydro pool, a world-class indoor sports stadium, 24-hour access gymnasiums, massage and personal trainers. Cyclists can enjoy two gravel road trail loops linking Jamestown with Mannanarie and Bundaleer. The beautiful Bundaleer Forest is just 9 km from Jamestown and is a perfect location to reset and recharge. Peaceful picnic locations, stunning forest walks, interpretive trails, interactive artistic sculptures, a terrific nature playground and endless wild spaces to explore. Something for everyone to enjoy! For celebrations, conferences and wellbeing events, you can’t go past the stunning Maple & Pine event venue. Jamestown loves hosting events, everything from horse racing, a twoday agricultural show, art and music festivals, the Ram and Ewe Ball and a triennial Air Spectacular. With accommodation for all tastes and budgets. Jamestown provides a brilliant base to immerse yourself in the amazing Southern Flinders Ranges. Stay here long enough and you’ll want to call Jamestown home. For further information pop into the Jamestown Visitor Centre or local shops - we’re very friendly! There’s so much more in and around Jamestown. Enough to fill a weekend, or a lifetime. Come and see for yourself. www.visitjamestown.com.au Many people just happen to drive through Jamestown on their travels and with hindsight wish they had planned their trip to enable a day or two to enjoy the plethora of treasures this thriving town has to offer. Immerse yourself in what the locals take for granted: peaceful picnic spots on the banks of Belalie Creek, restorative forest walks and fun-filled nature play at Bundaleer, and a bustling shopping precinct. Cover & Inside Cover Photos – Family enjoying the magic of the Bundaleer Forest by Mel Kitschke WELCOME
www.visitjamestown.com.au 3 Publisher – Tracey Dewell Design www.traceydewelldesigns.com.au Editorial - Mel Kitschke & Tracey Dewell Photography - Clive Palmer Photography, Nick Pilkington, Rosalie Dibben, South Australian Tourism Commission, Mel Kitschke & Tracey Dewell. Design – Tracey Dewell Design www.traceydewelldesigns.com.au Historical Research – Leith Cooper, Doug Henderson, the late Nancy Robinson, the late Barb Parri, the late Julie Humphris, the late Ian Shields The Visit Jamestown team gratefully acknowledge the financial support of • Apex Club of Jamestown • Jamestown Development Association • AGL Hallett Wind Farm Community Fund • Ram and Ewe Ball • All advertisers in the booklet 2024 © Copyright Visit Jamestown Disclaimer: The publisher has made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this publication was correct at the time of printing and that all information (including advertising) is accurate and in no way misleading or otherwise contrary to the Competition & Consumer Act (Cth 2010) , or the Fair Trading Act (SA). The publisher accepts no responsibility or liability for the accuracy of any information contained in text or advertisements. CONTENTS: 4 Regional Map 5 Getting Here 6 & 7 Events 8 & 9 Attractions 10 Jamestown Then & Now 11 Historic Attractions 12 Maple & Pine 13 Bundaleer Forest 14 Town Map 15 Visitor Information 16 Stays 17 Caltowie 18 & 19 Fun & Adventure 20 & 21 Day Trips 22 - 26 Local Businesses Edition Enquiries & Orders: Post: PO Box 211, Jamestown SA 5491 Ph: 0427 88 11 04 or Visit http://www.templarsa.com.au
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www.visitjamestown.com.au 5 If it seems that all roads lead to Jamestown, you are right! Here are some of our favourite routes, each with their own charms. FROM ADELAIDE: 2.5 hour drive on sealed roads Via the Clare Valley: Head out of Adelaide on the Northern Expressway, take the Clare/Tarlee exit. Continue along Main North Road to SA’s famous Clare Valley wine region. Head north of Clare on Horrocks Highway, turn right to Spalding on RM Williams Way. Keep heading north and when Bundaleer Forest comes into view you know you are nearly at Jamestown. Via Mallala, Balaklava & Blyth: Exit Adelaide on Pt Wakefield Highway, and exit the highway onto Mallala Road (a right hand turn). At Mallalla, you’ll sweep to the left of the war memorial onto Balaklava, Blyth, Clare and Spalding, where rolling hills form a backdrop to crops of canola, barley, wheat and hay. Via Burra, Mount Bryan & Hallett: Head out of Adelaide on the Northern Expressway, go past the Gawler exit and take the Clare/Tarlee exit. After passing through Tarlee, keep driving north and look for the exit onto the Barrier Highway. This will take you through Riverton, Saddleworth and Manoora. When you reach Burra, stay on the Barrier Highway and head to Hallett. At Hallett turn left onto Wilkins Highway towards Jamestown weaving through the towering wind turbines. The views are especially beautiful when the crops are full of life and colour. Via Port Wakefield & Crystal Brook: Exit Adelaide on the dual-lane Port Wakefield Highway past the township of Port Wakefield, then take the sweeping bend right to the Augusta Highway. You’ll drive through Lochiel with its enormous salt lakes. Turn off the highway at Crystal Brook and keep heading east towards Jamestown via Gladstone. FROM THE FLINDERS via Hawker & Orroroo: Travel through vast pastoral landscapes and at Orroroo checkout the kangaroo sculptures and old wool press before you head South towards Jamestown. via Quorn, Melrose & Caltowie: Get closer to stunning Mt Remarkable while driving through the pretty towns of Melrose and Wirrabara. Head east after Stone Hut to Caltowie and Jamestown.. FROM PORT PIRIE From Port Pirie head east on Augusta Highway, taking time to admire the stunning Southern Flinders Ranges. Turn right onto Augusta Highway and then turn left onto Wilkins Highway. You’ll travel through Gladstone and Caltowie. FROM THE EAST From the historic copper mining and Merino sheep town of Burra, follow the Barrier Highway to Hallett, then follow the Wilkins Highway to Jamestown. BUS IT Buses run regularly between Jamestown and Adelaide, courtesy of Yorke Penisula Coaches. www.peninsulacoaches.com.au WHY NOT FLY? Jamestown boasts a fully sealed and lit 1300m runway, perfect for visitors and business people. Clare Brinkworth JAMESTOWN Hawker WILPENA POUND ADELAIDE Gawler Not to Scale Burra Spalding Hallett Peterborough Melrose Stone Hut Laura Caltowie Gladstone Quorn To Pt Pirie Orroroo Balaklava Mallala Port Wakefield Blyth Crystal Brook AIR SPECTACULAR GETTING HERE
6 JAMESTOWN SHOW JAMESTOWN CUP JAMESTOWN SHOW Held every year on Sunday and Monday of the October long weekend, SA’s premier country show has something for everyone. Enjoy your favourite show treats, local produce and handmade treasures, fashion parades, free kids entertainment and the fun side shows. A brilliant opportunity to get a glimpse into life on the land - shearing, wool, sheep, cattle, poultry, and much more. Wind down to light entertainment at the renowned Roundhouse bar at the end of both days. An impressive fireworks display closes out Sunday night. Not to be missed. Something for everyone! For more details visit... www.jamestownshow.com.au JAMESTOWN CUP Kick off the spring racing season with the Jamestown Cup, a six event race meeting, held annually on Saturday of the October long weekend. Jamestown Cup Day is a relaxed picnic race meeting with strong fields, multiwagering, SKY racing, plus beer and wine bars. Find a fascinator or tie to dazzle in the fashion stakes or keep it casual. There’s no dress code here. Select from a range of fresh country fare. Sit trackside to be amongst the action or book a private marquee. After the races head into Jamestown for an evening meal and entertainment. Celebrating 150 years of the Jamestown Cup in 2024. For more details visit... www.countryracingsa.com.au/racingclub/jamestown RAM AND EWE BALL When the date for the Ram and Ewe Ball is released, lock it into your diary; generally in February or March yearly. Jamestown’s biggest party night of the year attracts revellers from all areas of rural SA, as well as Adelaide and interstate. Dance along to live music from the boards of the shearing shed or step out into the alfresco area for some quieter moments. While for most, the ball is just a great night out, for others, it’s also a great opportunity to connect. For more details visit... www.ramneweball.com.au JAMESTOWN ARTS FESTIVAL Incorporating painting, sculpture, murals, workshops & more, the Jamestown Arts Festival is a monthlong festival paying homage to artistic expression. Featuring local and state based talent of all ages, the annual spring festival promises to provide something to delight even the most discerning art lover. For more details visit... www. jamestownartsfestival.au BUNDALER FOREST EVENTS From sound baths to live music and children’s events, there is something for everyone to enjoy throughout the year at Bundaleer Forest. Highlights of the family-friendly event calendar include Fringe in the Forest (February/March) the Bundaleer Easter Bilby Hunt (Easter Saturday) and a nature festival (second Sunday in October). Keep an eye on the My Bundaleer website and socials for details. EVENTS
www.visitjamestown.com.au 7 RAM AND EWE BALL JAMESTOWN PAGEANT The spirit of Christmas comes alive in Jamestown on the first Sunday in December. Jamestown Pageant kicks off mid afternoon with shops and market stalls to browse, roaming entertainers, free face painting and bouncing castles. The pageant parade begins late afternoon. Floats bursting with colour and energy make their way around Ayr Street. Of course, the most popular fella in the pageant parade is Father Christmas and you can visit him after the pageant at the Magic Cave (in the Bonny Levine basement, see page 9). Keep an eye on the facebook page for details... facebook.com/jamestownmagiccave JAMESTOWN EASTER TENNIS TOURNAMENT Whether you are at the top of your game or just enjoy the social side of tennis, the Jamestown Easter Tennis Tournament is for you. People come from all over the state to play on the magnificent lawn courts at Jamestown, with a raft of open, junior and seniors divisions. Great tennis is complemented by family entertainment and delicious meals, a licensed bar, plus great coffee and cake. The Easter Tennis Tournament is held Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the Easter long weekend. Make sure you check our accommodation options to book in advance. Keep an eye on the Jamestown Lawn Tennis Club facebook page for details... CALTOWIE CHILLED OUT ’N’ FIRED UP FESTIVAL Warm your bones by the fire, soothe your soul with live music, and fill your belly with delicious food, beer and wine. With free camping on-site, it’s a great chance to chill to some great tunes with friends and family while supporting mental health and wellbeing services in regional South Australia. The Caltowie Chilled Out ‘N’ Fired Up festival runs yearly, generally in the month of March. For more details visit... www.caltowiecofu.com JAMESTOWN AIR SPECTACULAR See the sky ablaze with colour, noise, and excitement when the Jamestown Air Spectacular zooms into town. Be wowed as aircraft take to the skies for adrenalin-pumping action and unbelievable aeronautical acrobatics. Attracting large crowds, the Jamestown Air Spectacular is known not only for its sensational aviation displays, but also for its carnival atmosphere with fantastic food and refreshments. Pilots fly in from all over Australia to Jamestown for this highly awarded triennial event, regarded as one of the best air shows in the nation. Keep an eye on the website for the next event information... www.jamestownflyinggroup.com.au EVERY SUN & MON OF THE OCT LONG WEEKEND www.jamestownshow.com.au SATURDAY, OCTOBER LONG WEEKEND 150 Years on the Track! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY JAMESTOWN RACING CLUB! A CELEBRATION OF FASHION, FOOD, WINE & LIVE THOROUGHBRED RACING! FIND US ON FACEBOOK FRINGE IN THE FOREST
8 BELALIE CREEK Belalie Creek meanders through Jamestown, providing a host of perfect locations for travellers to enjoy a peaceful walk or relaxing bite to eat. Grab some tasty food from one of Jamestown’s many eateries. Spread out your picnic blanket or sit at tables placed along the banks of the creek. Often your only company will be the friendly local ducks. At night the majestic River Red and Blue Gums along the creek are stunningly illuminated. MEMORIAL PARK Memorial Park features shaded lawns, toilets, free BBQs, a fun-filled playground, and is a great place to take a break while in town. Located across the road from the RM Williams Interpretive Centre, the fully enclosed park provides a perfect place to relax and let your kids run free. RM Williams Way/Doon Tce, Jamestown KRUPP CANNON Magnificently restored by locals, the 1907 German-built 15 cm Krupp Cannon is one of only two of its type in Australia (with the second housed in the Australian War Memorial in Canberra). Built as a prototype, the Krupp Howitzer (serial #20) features rear-mounted trunnions, an inverted barrel and recoil assembly. Captured by Australian troops during World War I battle in Palestine, the cannon was presented to Jamestown in 1920, in recognition of the supreme sacrifice of so many of its residents during the Great War. Memorial Park, RM Williams Way/Doon Tce, Jamestown RM WILLIAMS CENTRE Reginald Murray Williams grew up on a family farm near Jamestown and became one of Australia’s best known businessmen. Get an insight into the life of this outback legend at the RM Williams interpretive centre. The open-air centre is free, and features easy-to-read story boards, a skilfully carved wooden bust of RM Williams, picnic tables, shady trees, and plenty of parking spaces. RM Williams Way, opposite Memorial Park, Jamestown LOUDEN BRAE Take a short drive east of Jamestown to the Louden Brae School where RM Williams began his education. Brown Hill Rd, Belalie North MURALS Murals on the walls of Jamestown’s beautiful heritage shops tell the stories of pioneers and early settlers, creating a visual history of the development of the town from 19th century optimism to the diverse agribusiness centre it is today. These heritage artworks are now complemented by an outdoor gallery showcasing murals painted for the Jamestown Mural Festival (now known as the Jamestown Arts Festival). The most recent festival murals are at the eastern end of Ayr St, and other murals from previous festivals are dotted around the township. Ayr St, Jamestown THE DIGGERS’ WALK Learn more about Jamestown’s military history by visiting The Diggers’ Walk. a newly restored interpretive display along the Belalie Creek originally built by returned servicemen from WWI. The Diggers’ Walk showcases WWI letters, diaries, photographs and stories on signage and audio posts along the Belalie Creek walking trail. The trail leads to the Jamestown Memorial Park Honour Roll on Irvine Street. PENN COTTAGE MUSEUM OF PRESSED GLASS Even the most avid collectors are in awe of Penn Cottage Museum of Pressed Glass, Australia’s largest collection of pressed glassware. Jamestown couple Kevin and Margaret Conway love glassware so much they have converted most of their home into a museum to showcase their 14,000 piece collection. Allow two hours to wander through the collection, which features pieces dating back to 1846. MAGIC CAVE ATTRACTIONS
www.visitjamestown.com.au 9 Group bookings are welcome. Ring the Conways in advance, as sometimes they are away collecting. Open: 10am till 5pm when the open sign is out. 15 King Edward Tce, Jamestown Cost: $10 includes complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits. Phone 08 8664 0333 SIR HUBERT WILKINS AERODROME The aerodrome’s visitor centre is dedicated to Australian polar explorer, pilot, scientist, writer and photographer Sir Hubert Wilkins, who was born at nearby Mt Bryan East in 1888. Stop by the visitor centre and read the outdoor story boards which share insights into Sir Hubert Wilkins’ fascinating life story. Displays inside the visitor centre tell in greater detail the story of Sir Hubert’s adventures and can be seen by contacting Merv Robinson or calling into Northern Areas Council, 94 Ayr St, Jamestown. Murchland Drive, Jamestown Merv Robinson phone: 0417 863 450 BELALIE ART GALLERY While in Jamestown, stop by the Belalie Art Gallery to view the latest exhibition. The modern gallery hosts a vast range of curated exhibitions during the year. Located at 6 Irvine St, Jamestown, the Gallery is open Wednesday - Sunday 1 - 4pm when an exhibition is on. Head to Facebook for more details. Search Belalie Art Gallery, Jamestown SA SHEEP MARKET For the ultimate country experience, head to the Jamestown saleyards, home of the only livestock market in the north of SA. Get amongst the action as auctioneers pick out bids from sheep farmers and stock agents from all over the state. See sheep dogs cleverly loading sheep onto trucks and enjoy some tasty country tucker at the cafeteria. For market dates visit: facebook.com/ NutrienAgSolutionsJamestownSA MAGIC CAVE Experience the delight of SA’s best regional Christmas wonderland, the Jamestown Magic Cave. It’s a place of pure excitement filled with lights, Christmas trees, ornaments, visual displays, bubbles, and so much more. Kids can ride the reindeer and put in a Christmas wish with Santa. Open from the first Sunday in December directly after the Pageant procession. (See pg7 for details). Group bookings essential 43 Ayr St, Jamestown, Bonny Levine. Keep an eye on the facebook page for details... facebook.com/jamestownmagiccave BIG BATTERY Exit Jamestown on Wilkins Highway and turn right onto Appila Road. Follow Appila Road for 15kms and turn right onto the Hornsdale Road at the Caltowie North monument. Look for the cultural artwork on the windtower on your right. Along this road you can pull into an Information Bay where you can see the Big Battery, made famous by Elon Musk and get an insight into wind turbine energy. SILVER TO SEA WAY The Silver to Sea Way offers an outback journey like no other. You’ll follow the remains of the Broken Hill to Port Pirie railway line – a relic of the steam age, a 400km piece of history that descends from the red dusts of New South Wales to the shimmering gulf waters of South Australia. On your smart phone (using the Silver To Sea Way app) you can follow Sarah the Sheep on an interactive journey around Jamestown and learn about the town’s railway history. To find the app please visit... www.silvertoseaway.com.au Interactive signage for the Jamestown Journey is located in the middle of Ayr Street opposite Bonny Levine. Contact Tracey Dewell p: 0427 88 11 04 e:journaljamestown@gmail.com www.jamestownjournal.com.au Jamestown's Local Newspaper, Published Monthly ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS, CLUB OR ORGANISATION’S FUNCTIONS IN THE JAMESTOWN JOURNAL ATTRACTIONS (HISTORICAL) CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
10 HISTORY Jamestown, originally inhabited by the Ngadjuri and Nukunu people, was first explored by Edward John Eyre and his party in 1839. European pastoralists settled the area around Jamestown a few years later, running sheep on large pastoral stations. Following the passing of the Wastelands Amendment Act (Strangways Act) in 1869, the stations were opened up for agricultural settlement, with the prime aim being to increase wheat production. The land was surveyed into 100 square mile areas, known as Hundreds, and the district’s first farmers (purchasing up to 640 acres each) arrived in time to sow their first crop in the autumn of 1871. Surveyed in the Hundred of Belalie, the township of Jamestown was named after Governor of the day, Sir James Fergusson (whose Scottish background is reflected in many of Jamestown’s street names). Agriculture in the district developed rapidly, and with Bundaleer Forest established during this time as well, a myriad of opportunities opened up for enterprising business men and women. RAPID EARLY GROWTH As a result, Jamestown’s initial growth was extraordinary. In 1877 at the height of activity, there were more than 100 stonemasons employed in the town, and their quality workmanship has stood the test of time, with many buildings from that time still standing today. By 1881, only 10 years after initial settlement, Jamestown boasted a population of 995, making it the largest of the new towns in the north. It was seen as one of the most progressive towns thanks to tree planting and road improvements instigated by the town’s first mayor, Dr John Cockburn, in 1878. By the turn of the century, Jamestown’s facilities included a hospital, primary school, secondary agriculture school, a flour mill and stock selling yards. It’s no surprise that the founding fathers thought Jamestown would quickly establish itself as the capital city of the north. While that was not to be, throughout the 20th century Jamestown continued to progress, highlights being the hospital extensions and upgrades including a theatre wing, building of the Medical Centre and Belalie Lodge aged care facility. Construction of many of Jamestown’s sporting facilities, including the swimming pool, football & cricket oval, tennis courts, bowling green and golf course occured during this time. THROUGH TO TODAY In the 21st century, progress in Jamestown has been substantial, with upgrades to the medical centre and sheep saleyards, building of a hydrotherapy pool and gymnasium, as well as a multi-million-dollar renovation to Belalie Lodge, a regional shearing and wool handling training facility and development of the stunning Bundaleer Forest event venue Maple & Pine and nature playground. Jamestown’s sporting community has also benefited from improved facilities, most notably the building of the town’s massive indoor sports facility, affectionately known as the ‘Big Shed’, and a new world-class bowling green and new tennis courts. Today, Jamestown has a town population of just over 1500 and district population of around 2500. A PROGRESSIVE COMMUNITY Throughout its history, Jamestown has been fortunate to be the home of many progressive communityminded citizens. These people, backed by a community willing to support initiatives with donations and hard work, have ensured the town remains at the forefront of rural living. AYR ST, JAMESTOWN, THEN
www.visitjamestown.com.au 11 Explore Jamestown’s fascinating history while in town. Spend some time at the museum or history centre, or learn as you walk along the cemetery and mural walks. NATIONAL TRUST MUSEUM Jamestown’s Railway Station Museum has many stories to tell, with themed rooms covering sport, home activities, and social stories. Featured are some of the people who worked toward making Jamestown what it is today: MS McLeod; Dr John Cockburn; the Gordon family; Sir Hubert Wilkins and inventors Both and Trilling. Learn about the The Emu Factory (known for its cordial, chutney and butter); the South Australia Farmers Union, a farmer co-operative formed in Jamestown in 1888 which went on to employ 1000 people in the 1970s. See 19th century farm machinery, vintage car, medical equipment, railway items and machinery from Jamestown’s Flour Mill, and JJ Christie’s paintings. Open: Mon-Fri 10am - 4pm Enquiries call Bill 0408 858 628 or Merv 0417 863 450 Admission: Adults $5, Students $1 Pre-school Free LOCAL HISTORY CENTRE If geneaology has brought you to Jamestown, then the local history centre is for you. Friendly volunteers will help you source information about your family members. Look through heritage photos, local newspapers (from 1878 to present) and cemetery and school records. The centre has a comprehensive collection of general business and community history, including club minutes, business accounts and ledgers. If time is on your side, listen to a collection of taped reminiscences or watch an audio visual history of the local flour mill and Bundaleer Forest. Open: last Sunday in the month except Dec, 1.30pm–4pm or by appointment Kaye 0417 812 915 or Val 0438 641 478 Admission: Donation Fees apply for research & photocopying Address: Doon Tce, Jamestown DR JOHN COCKBURN’S BUST See the bust of Jamestown’s first mayor and doctor, Dr John Cockburn at the eastern end of Ayr St, in the centre of the annual mural festival exhibits. Dr Cockburn went on to become Premier of SA and prepared the enabling legislation in 1897 that paved the way for Federation in 1901. JAMESTOWN MURAL WALK Murals on the walls of many Jamestown businesses tell the story of Jamestown’s early days. Take time to embrace Jamestown’s history through this art form. See Ayr St as it was in 1876, see an image of the town’s first motor car, and early business history. Ian Walker painted the mural on the eastern wall of Bonny Levine to mark the town’s centenary in 1971 and repainted it in 2013. The other murals were originally painted in the early 1990s, by former Jamestown art teacher John Whitney with the help of local school students. They have been given a fresh lick of paint in recent years by local sign-writers. A WALK IN THE CEMETERY Take a walk through Jamestown’s wellmaintained cemetery to visit the graves of your ancestors. You’ll also find the headstones of many pioneers of Jamestown and district. On the western side of the cemetery you’ll find all the information you need for your family history research. JAMESTOWN NOW Jamestown Office Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm 94 Ayr Street PO Box 120, Jamestown SA 5491 JAMESTOWN A PLACE TO ENJOY • A PLACE TO THRIVE • THE PLACE TO BE (08) 8664 1139 admin@nacouncil.sa.gov.au www.nacouncil.sa.gov.au Facebook.com/NorthernAreasCouncil/
Honor the life of your loved one with a funeral, memorial service or wake at Maple & Pine. Ask us about our full-service packages including catering and furniture styling. Our indoor function room, wrap-around deck, expansive lawns and nature playground make family events a breeze. Think baby showers, birthdays, wedding anniversaries, family reunions. Bring your own food, refreshments & decorations or let us cater for you. Whether you are planning an intimate elopement for 20 guests, an indoor/outdoor cocktail dinner, or a festival-style celebration, Maple & Pine is the perfect venue to bring your dream wedding to life. It’s your day, do it your way. So much versatility for indoor and outdoor events all year round. Fully equipped commercial kitchen, bar and bathroom amenities, a stunning natural amphitheatre and on-site camping. We love hosting live music events! Keep an eye on our socials. Escape the hustle and let nature inspire creativity, focus and connection. Book Maple & Pine for your next work retreat, team meeting, networking event, seminar or product launch. Big screen visual and crystal-clear sound. Team building activities galore. WEDDINGS @mapleandpinebundaleer www.mapleandpine.com.au hello@mapleandpine.com.au CELEBRATIONS CONCERTS MEMORIALS BUSINESS EVENTS Our stunning timber floor and glass-fronted function room creates a calming retreat space. Perfect for yoga, meditation, sound bath or art classes. Shower amenities available for overnight retreats – stay onsite at adjacent Bundaleer Campground. RETREATS 45 SPRINGS ROAD, BUNDALEER NORTH 12
@mybundaleer www.mybundaleer.com bundaleer forest 45 SPRINGS ROAD, BUNDALEER NORTH Bundaleer Forest is a picturesque heritage arboretum freely open for all to enjoy, from dawn to dusk. A nature playground, picnic shelters, electric BBQs, campfires (in winter), trails and wild natural spaces to explore. So much to do and see. Or just be. For adventurers, hiking and mountain/gravel road cycling trails wind through Bundaleer Forest plantations and rise high to the ridgetops for panoramic views of the Southern Flinders Ranges. Allow 60-90 minutes for the Scenic Trail and Conservator’s Trail (closed during Fire Ban Season). Trail info: walkingsa.org.au Be immersed in interpretive displays and artwork which bring the built, social and natural heritage of Bundaleer to life. This is Ngadjuri and Nukunu Country. Once home to the massive Bundaleer pastoral run. The birthplace of plantation forestry in Australia. Home to Bundaleer Festivals and so much more. Bring your camper trailer, caravan or tent and switch off from the hectic pace of life for a while. Unpowered sites $10/vehicle. Bookings essential. Phone 0429 129 132. Campfires fires permitted in winter. Hall and tennis courts also available for hire. ART & CULTURE Create a symphony of sound on the giant percussion instrument, explore the giant postcards and placemarker, and check out the Ngadjuri and Nukunu mural and growing bush garden. And don’t forget to help Bundaleer Bilby find the big loud laugh. Bundaleer Forest’s sculpture art is intriguing, interactive, and fun. Create music on a giant percussion instrument. Explore the giant postcards, placemarkers, bush garden and meet Bundaleer Bilby and his forest friends. Allow 30 - 60 minutes for sculpture fun. Donate today at mybundaleer.com to preserve this community forest for future generations NATURE PLAY An enchanting trail which twists and turns between towering trees along the edge of the Bundaleer Creek. Listen and watch for frogs, birds, kangaroos and echidnas. Allow 30-60 minutes for this soul-soothing experience. NATURE FOR EVERYONE, EVERY DAY MAPLE WALK SCULPTURES HERITAGE CAMPING TRAILS 13
Dog Wash & Laundromat Jamestown Air Strip Sir Hubert Wilkins Aerodrome & Visitor Centre To Orroroo 57km; Peterborough 43km Sheep Sale Yards Car Wash Diggers’ Walk Foodland Police NAB The Park Villas Cockburn House To Hallet 38kms The Park Jamestown To Caltowie 13km; Gladstone 29km To Big Battery See The Park Jamestown for Bookings To Racecourse 500m; Spalding 35km & Golf Course Victoria Park Oval Table Tennis Big Shed Sports Stadium Murals & Cockburn’s Bust CAFHS Library NAC Dog Park Tennis Courts Cemetery CFS Industrial Estate Lions Dog Park Visitor Resource Centre ATM BBQ Country Fire Service Church Accommodation Hospital & Medical Supermarket Tourist Hot Spot Post O ce Police Caravan Park Toilets Picnic Playground Walking Trail Cycling Internet Access Baby Feed & Change Activity RV Motorhome Reserve The Park Villas Dulcie Lutheran Catholic St James School Jamestown Hospital Penn Cottage Museum of Pressed Glass Mannanarie Manor North Parade Railway Hotel RM Williams Interpretive Centre Robinson Park Motorhome Reserve Anti-Aircraft Gun National Trust Museum Jamestown Bowling Club B80 Memorial Park & Krupp Cannon Belalie Art Gallery History Centre Hydro Pool & Gym Medical Centre Anglican Uniting Visitor Centre Jamestown Hotel NicFit Gym Motel Terraces Jamestown Community School Skate Park Commercial Hotel Street Index Alexandra Tce, C2, C4 Arran St, C3, C4 Arthur St, G4 Augusta St, D1, D2 Ayr Street, C4, D4 Belalie Creek St, D3, E3 Berkeley St, D5, D6 Booleroo - Jamestown Rd, B2 Boston Cl, C3 Boucaut Rd, F4, F5 Boundary Rd, A1, B1, CA, D1 Bourton St, E3, F3 Brogan Rd, G5, F6 Bute St, C3, C4 Cambridge St, E5 Chelsea St, E3 Clifton Rd, F5 Clyde St, B3, B4 Cockburn Rd, D4, E4 Collins St, D2, E1, F1 Creek St, E3, F2 Cronin St, E6 Cumnock St, B3, C3, D3 Daly St, F3 Doon Tce, B3, C3, D3 Dublin St, G3, G4 Dunlop Tce, B4 Dunure Tce, D3, D4 Dutton St, D2, E2 Ebenezer St, C2, D2 Florence St, G4 Forbes Av, F4, F5 George St, C1, C2 Glasson Rd, A4 Gloucester Rd, E3, F3 Houghton St, C1, D1 Humphris Tce, E3 Irvine St, D3, D4 James St, G5 John St, F4 Jones St, F3 Kent Tce, E2 Kilmarnock Tce, C4, D4 King Edward Tce, E4, E5 Kinnane St, E6 Lines St, E1 Malcolm St, G4 Mannanarie Rd, D2 Margaret St, F5 Moyle St, E6 Muirkirk St, B4, C4, D4 Murchland Dr, E3, F2 OD5 Route, F2, G3, G4 Oxford St, E4 Percy St, E2 Piers St, F5 Reservoir Tce, A2, B2, C2 RM Williams Way, B6, D1 South Tce, B5, C5, E5 Thomas St, D2 Vohr St, C3 Wenhams Hill-Nth of Boundary Rd C1, D1 Wilkins Hwy A4, G4 Wiltshire St, F3 Wolfe St, C2, D2
www.visitjamestown.com.au 15 VISITOR INFORMATION Visitor Centre Jamestown Memorial Hall, Ayr St Open 10am-2pm when signs are out. CAR WASH Kelly Toyota 1 Boundary Rd, Jamestown. . .08 8664 1253 LAUNDROMAT - 24 HOURS Boxy’s Laundromat 42 Mannanarie Road, Jamestown DOG WASH, GROOM & PARK Dog Wash 42 Mannanarie Rd, Jamestown - 24 hours Jamestown Dog Groomer 69 Ayr St, Jamestown Pop in. Grooming. . . . . . . . 0409 842 281 Dog Parks Kilmarnock Terrace & Forbes Ave ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING 6 locations situated in Jamestown, please visit www.evchargingmap.com.au for locations. EMERGENCY NUMBERS Ambulance, Fire & Police Emergency. 000 Non urgent police assistance. . . .131444 CFS Bushfire Hotline .. . . . .1300362361 Medical Centre (Mon to Fri 9am-5pm) 66 Irvine St, Jamestown. . . . 08 8664 1078 Hospital (24 Hour Emergency) South Tce, Jamestown. . . . 08 8664 1406 Pharmacy 53 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . . . .08 8664 1032 Dentist (Mon to Fri 9am-5pm) 10 Cumnock St, Jamestown. . 08 8664 1204 FUEL Perry’s 23 Spalding Rd, Jamestown. . 08 8664 0425 7am - 6pm 7 days. Hunts Roadhouse 40 Mannanarie Rd, Jamestown. .08 8664 1240 6am - 10pm 7 days, 24 hour fuel Ampol Jamestown 6 Vohr St, Jamestown. . . . . 08 8664 1235 7 days, 7am-8pm TOILETS • Jamestown Main Street opposite Glasgow House. • Memorial Park • Belalie Art Gallery • Forbes Ave playground Victoria Park (underneath grandstand) FREE INTERNET ACCESS Jamestown Library Humphris Tce, Jamestown. . .08 8664 2713 Jamestown Town Centre Hot Spot Ayr St - between Dunure Tce & RM Williams Way ACCOMMODATION Belalie B&B 52 Mount Lock Drive, Jamestown 2 x Queen rooms. . . . . . . . 0429 641 359 Bundaleer Sport & Recreation Grounds RM Williams Way, Bundaleer. . 0427 129 132 Camp grounds with toilets Caltowie Hotel B&B 6 Charles St, Caltowie. . . . . 0400 916 623 4 air conditioned queen sized hotel rooms Cockburn House 35 Cockburn Rd, Jamestown. .0417 861 306 B&B Accommodation. Sleeps 8 Commercial Hotel Motel 35 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . . . . 08 8664 1013 5 modern motel units, 3 hotel rooms with ensuite, 10 hotel rooms shared bathroom. Dulcie 2A Humphris Tce, Jamestown 0409 894 359 2 Queen rooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, outdoor dining, reading room & garden. Jamestown Motel Terraces 10 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . Phil 0488 902 136 2 motel units, one with kitchen Mannanarie Manor 9 Mannanarie Rd, Jamestown 3 bedrooms and sunroom, accommodating up to 10 people.. . . . . . . . 0438 640 306 North Parade Accommodation 46 Alexandra Tce, Jamestown. 0425 721 864 3 Bedroom short/long/ shared tenancy Railway Hotel Motel Jamestown 32-34 Alexandra Tce, Jamestown 9 motel units. . . .08 8664 1035 RV Motorhome Reserve Vohr St, Jamestown. . . . . . 08 8664 0070 12 shaded sites adjacent toilets & BBQ’s. Please pay at Foodland (5 Arran St) The Park Jamestown 103 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . . 08 8664 0077 6 self-contained cabins, plus caravan and camping sites and vintage vans to hire, and The Hub community space. Also offering The Park apartments 2 x 1 bedroom self-contained apartments 33 Spalding Rd, Jamestown 4 x 1 bedroom self-contained apartments 84-86 Cockburn Rd, Jamestown DUMP/RV SERVICES Outside Boundary of The Park Jamestown 103 Ayr St Jamestown SUPERMARKET Jamestown Foodland 5 Arran St, Jamestown. . . . . . . . 08 8664 0070 DINING & COFFEE Caltowie Hotel 6 Charles St, Caltowie. Dining available on Fridays noon - 11pm. . . . . . 0488 902 136 Commercial Hotel Motel 35 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . . . . 08 8664 1013 Generous-sized counter meals, daily specials. 7 days for lunch and dinner Evergreen Café 47 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . . . .0487 257 649 Fantastic coffee, wonderful meals, gourmet shopping and art gallery. Hunts Roadhouse 44 Mannanarie Rd, Jamestown Takeaway, coffee, cakes. . . . 0427 334 043 Open 6am - 10pm daily. See facebook Jamestown Bakery 86 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . . . 08 8664 1344 Pastries, yeasts, sandwiches, cakes, coffee Open 5am-3pm Mon-Fri, 6am-1pm Sat Jamestown Hotel 79 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . . . 08 8664 0558 Open Wed (schnitzel night) 6pm - 8pm. Fri, Sat & Sun 12-2pm & 6pm - 8pm Perry’s 23 Spalding Rd, Jamestown. . 08 8664 0425 Takeaway coffee. 7am - 6pm 7 days. Railway Hotel Motel 32-34 Alexandra Tce, Jtn. . . . . 08 8664 1035 Dinner Mon-Sat. Lunch Wed - Sat. The Depot on Irvine 1 Irvine St, Jamestown. . . . . 0400 960 575 T2 tea, coffee & biscuits while you browse. Open Thurs - Sun 9:30am-4:30pm Wild with Style 66 Ayr St, Jamestown. . . . . 0419 351 716 Coffee desserts and light lunches. CHURCH SERVICES Jamestown Uniting Church 8 Irvine St, Jamestown. . . . 08 8664 1053 Mid North Bible Christian Church 66 Irvine St, Jamestown. . . .08 8665 5082 St James Anglican Church 76 Kilmarnock Tce, Jtn. . . . 08 8664 1585 St James Catholic Church Cockburn Rd, Jamestown. . .08 8664 1056 St Johns Lutheran Church Cockburn Rd, Jamestown. . . 08 8663 2410 STOP STAY GRAZE
16 Boutique accommodation that wraps around you like a warm hug, heartwarming, cosy and full of character just like nanna. www.dulcie.com.au Cockburn House 35 Cockburn Road, Jamestown Phone: 0417 861 306 Email: cockburnhouse@gmail.com Website: www.cockburnhouse.com.au B&B ACCOMMODATION Gorgeous 1930’s home, perfect for a country escape! Sleeping up to 10, great for a family getaway! 9 Mannanarie Rd, Jamestown Ph: 0438 640 306 mannanariemanor@hotmail.com Mannanarie Manor | Find us on Airbnb Bed & Breakfast Get amongst a working organic vineyard, set among olive, native and fruit trees this B&B accommodation may be all you need for a quiet night's stop or lengthy stay whilst visiting the Southern Flinders Ranges. Belalie Wines, available at all local hotels or cellar door by appointment. 52 Mount Lock Dve, Jamestown SA 5491 www.belaliewines.com.au Overnight & Short Term Stays Call Phil: 0488 902 136 or 0408 086 353 email: jamestownmotelterraces@gmail.com website: jamestownmotelterraces.com.au À la carte Menu - Monday to Saturday Pizza’s - Friday, Saturday & Sunday Schnitzel & Fish Night - Tues & Wed 9 Motel Units Mobile Cool room available for hire Courtesy van for pick-ups & drop offs (subject to availability) Open: Sunday to Tuesday from 4pm Wednesday to Saturday from 11am 32 Alexandra Tce Ph 8664 1035 railwayhoteljamestown.com.au 08 8664 1035 STAY THE PARK JAMESTOWN - See Back Cover See pg15 or VISIT: www.visitjamestown.com.au FOR MORE ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
www.visitjamestown.com.au 17 During the 1860s, Caltowie became an overnight camping place for bullock teams hauling timber from the forest at Wirrabara to the Burra copper mines. Bullocks would be watered at the Yackamoorundie Creek and teamsters would have a cool drink themselves. No wonder the township was initially known as Carcowie, the Aboriginal name for ‘lizard’s water hole’. A short walk around the town will reward you with a glimpse into the town’s thriving past. Marvel at the beautiful stone homes and buildings that remain from the early 1900s when Caltowie was home to nearly 600 residents and a host of thriving businesses including a flourmill, chaff mill, machinery manufacturer, three general stores, and two hotels. A great little playground and public toilets are convenient on the main road through Caltowie. Caltowie lays claim to being the birthplace of SA’s ‘brothers of invention’. Don and Ted Both, whose inventions of the portable iron lung and portable humidicrib saved countless lives. Learn much more about their incredible inventions at the Jamestown National Trust Museum. If you are interested in native flora, head just west of the town to the Caltowie cemetery, where indigenous species flourish. Caltowie is host to an incredible music festival, held at the old Caltowie Oval. With free camping on-site, it’s a great chance to chill to some great tunes with friends and family while supporting mental health and wellbeing services in regional South Australia. The Caltowie Chilled Out ‘N’ Fired Up festival runs yearly, generally in the month of March. For more details visit: www.caltowiecofu.com In the middle of town you will find the majestic Caltowie Pub which runs a B&B style accommodation and serves delicious pub meals every Friday noon - 11pm. Pop in and enjoy a brew with Brett and the crew. CALTOWIE HERITAGE BUILDING, CALTOWIE Find us at 43 Ayr Street, Jamestown Open Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 12pm Phone 08 8664 1431 e: glsgowhouse@gmail.com
18 CYCLING, BUNDALEER FOREST Whether it’s cycling, walking, hiking, golfing, tennis or swimming, Jamestown is the place to be active. The town and district boasts a vast range of top class sporting facilities, many available for use by travellers at no charge. WALKING/HIKING If you want a gentle walk, stroll along the Belalie Creek. If you are more of a power walker, take to the Jacka Creek Walking Trail, a 2 km linear trail that snakes along the western edge of Jamestown. The tree-lined trail is pram and wheelchair-friendly, ideal for youngsters on pushbikes, and has its own outdoor gym. Or head out to Bundaleer Forest, where you can choose to amble along the Maple Walk or step up the intensity on the Conservator’s Trail and Scenic Trail, both 5 km loops which start and finish at 45 Springs Road, Bundaleer North. Bundaleer Forest also provides majestic tree-lined sections of the Heysen trail. This is hiking at its best, with great climbs and breathtaking panoramic views. Catch magnificent sunrises and sunsets. Trail maps at walkingsa.org. Closed during Fire Ban Season. GET ON YOUR BIKE? While in Jamestown why not jump on your bike and see what the town has to offer at a leisurely pace? Or if you’re after something a little more adventurous, make a day of it and take on one of Jamestown’s cycling trails, either north to Mannanarie or south to Bundaleer. The 33 km BUNDALEER TRAIL loops from Jamestown to Bundaleer Forest, traversing sections of gravel road and Mawson Trail. Pack some goodies in your backpack for a picnic at Bundaleer Forest. Category 1 (Easy) The MANNANARIE CYCLE TRAIL takes cyclists from the plains of the southern Flinders Ranges through the Mannanarie agricultural district to Mount Lock. Two routes are offered (55km and 54km loops), both departing from and returning to Jamestown. Ride sections or challenge your friends to ride the entire length in one go. Category 3 (Advanced) Cycling trail maps can be obtained from Northern Areas Council. Maintaining these trails in good condition for future enjoyment relies on you. Please report damage to trails. Contact: Northern Areas Council 94 Ayr Street, Jamestown 08 8664 1139. ROAD CYCLING The road network surrounding Jamestown provides undulating roads to test your speed and get your heart pumping and steep hill climbs to test your stamina. Just plan your ride, keep to the left and enjoy the scenery! A few things to remember when cycling: Plan ahead, know your equipment, know your ability, wear appropriate clothing (preferably hivisibility), a helmet, and take water. SKATE PARK Perfect your moves at Jamestown’s Skate Park. It is conveniently located just east of Jamestown’s Ayr Street on Cockburn Rd. Keep your camera handy to capture that ‘perfect stunt’. ADVENTURE FUN &
www.visitjamestown.com.au 19 ‘BIG SHED’ SPORTS STADIUM Jamestown’s indoor sports stadium is world-class with two sprung floor courts for netball, basketball and futsal, as well as a 6-lane cricket training centre, complete with turf and bowling machines. There’s no questioning the standard of the Big Shed facility; more than 100 national sports champions have trained, competed or conducted regional coaching clinics at the facility. The facility is available for hire for your own club, community or corporate sports event. Jamestown has a raft of accommodation and catering options for larger groups. Contact: jamestownbigshed@gmail.com GYMS Prioritise your physical and mental health with exercise at one of our two local gyms, both which have 24-7 access. Jamestown ’s Community Gymnasium is available by contacting Northern Areas Council office, 94 Ayr St Jamestown, during working hours. Contact: Northern Areas Council 08 8664 1139 NicFit Training on 58 Ayr St, Jamestown can be contacted via 0423 698 932 or visit www.nicfittraining.com for more information. TENNIS Whether you are a hot shot or just like an occasional hit, Jamestown is the place for you. The hard courts are available for use free of charge all year round, providing perfect family entertainment. The magnificent lawn courts are available for competition play only – for local matches and tournaments, including the popular Easter event. Contact: Annie Kelly annie.kelly@internode.on.net SWIMMING Jamestown Swimming Pool is open seven days a week from November to March and features two shaded children’s pools and a five lane 25 metre pool; conveniently situated next door to the Jamestown Caravan Park. Swimmers from all over the state meet in Jamestown on the first Sunday in February for the Full Qualifying Jamestown Carnival event. Contact: Northern Areas Council 08 8664 1139 HYDROTHERAPY POOL If warm water is more your style, then book in to use the heated Jamestown hydrotherapy pool and spa. The pool was installed at Jamestown following it’s use by athletes at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. Contact: Northern Areas Council 08 8664 1139 GOLF Try for a hole in one at Jamestown’s well-designed and challenging par 70 golf course. The 18-hole golf course is set in the scenic Bundaleer Forest reserve located 5 km from Jamestown, with eucalypt-lined fairways and stunning views. Open April to October. Green fee players are very welcome. Or for the serious golfer, why not compete in the club’s popular open mens’ and womens’ championship events held in August annually! Contact: Gary Lloyd garylloyd2012@bigpond.com JAMESTOWN GOLF COURSE PARKRUN A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! The event takes place amongst the tree lined fairways of the Jamestown Golf Course, 146 Range Road, Bundaleer North every Saturday starting at 8:00am. For more info... Contact: jamestowngolfcourse@parkrun.com Jamestown has a host of other sporting clubs, including table tennis, bowling, pistol shooting and clay target shooting - many hosting annual open tournaments. For details go to www.visitjamestown.com.au JAMESTOWN BOWLING CLUB SWIMMING
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