South Australia

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA CRUISING GUIDE

An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to South Australia.

Overview

South Australia is a state of Australia in the southern central part of the country. It covers some of the most arid parts of the continent; with a total land area of 983,482 square kilometres (379,725 sq mi), it is the fourth largest of Australia's six states and two territories. It is bordered to the west by Western Australia, to the north by the Northern Territory and Queensland, to the east by Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, and along the south by the Great Australian Bight and the Southern Ocean. With nearly 1.6 million people, the state comprises less than 10% of the Australian population and ranks fifth in population among the states and territories. The majority of its people reside in the state capital, Adelaide, with most of the remainder settled in fertile areas along the south-eastern coast and River Murray.

South Australia offers some of the best cruising grounds in the country. There are deserted beaches many islands and good fishing. The weather is warm but not humid. Best crusing times are February through to April when the weather is not too hot and the winds are moderate.

Cruising the region

Climate & Weather

Submit the local climate & general weather details here.

South Australia Navigation Charts

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

South Australia Ports and Popular Cruising Stops

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Offshore Islands

Passages To/From

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

References & Publications

Publications, Guides, etc.

External Links

Links to relevant websites.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?


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