Kingston On Murray
SA 5331 • South Australia
About Kingston On Murray
Kingston On Murray is a small Murray River town located approximately 214 kilometres north-east of Adelaide in the Riverland region of South Australia, within the Renmark Paringa Council area. Formerly known as Thurk, the town was renamed in honour of Charles Kingston, Premier of South Australia from 1893 to 1899, and sits on the southern bank of the Murray River. With a population of around 312 residents spread across some 84 square kilometres, Kingston On Murray is set amid a productive agricultural district of vineyards, orchards, and irrigated farmland.
The Murray River is the centrepiece of life in Kingston On Murray, offering excellent fishing, swimming, and boating, with a popular riverside lawn area dotted with river gums providing a beautiful community gathering spot. The Sturt Highway bypasses the town, connecting it to the broader Riverland, with Berri and Renmark offering larger supermarkets, schools, and medical services within a short drive. The town appeals to retirees, river lifestyle seekers, and those connected to the region's agricultural and horticultural industries.
Kingston On Murray falls under postcode 5331 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Chaffey electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coach services via Sturt Highway — Adelaide and Riverland towns ~2.5 hours to Adelaide
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Sturt Highway connects west to Adelaide; Berri is the nearest major Riverland service centre (~20 km east)
Small town with very basic local facilities; a car is needed for most shopping and services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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East Terrace