Moorak
SA 5291 • Rest of SA
About Moorak
Moorak is a small rural suburb on the southern outskirts of Mount Gambier in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia, approximately 450 kilometres southeast of Adelaide. With a population of around 1,400, it sits within the District Council of Grant and is characterised by pastoral farmland, hobby farms, and lifestyle blocks. The name Moorak is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning "mountain", referencing nearby Mount Gambier.
Moorak offers a genuinely rural lifestyle just minutes from Mount Gambier's full range of services including hospitals, schools, shopping centres, and entertainment. Residents enjoy spacious properties, a peaceful setting, and proximity to the region's famous Blue Lake, Umpherston Sinkhole, and the volcanic crater lakes. The suburb attracts families and semi-retirees seeking affordable acreage living with easy access to regional city amenities.
Moorak falls under postcode 5291 and is governed by Grant Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Gambier electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Mount Gambier town bus — Mount Gambier CBD 10-15 min
Commute to Mount Gambier
🛣️ No rail service in the region. Mount Gambier Airport offers limited flights to Adelaide and Melbourne. V/Line coach to Melbourne (7+ hours) available from Mount Gambier
Rural area with no footpaths or walkable services; car essential for all trips
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bay Road
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Compton
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Kromelite Road
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Kirrup Road
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School Road
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Kennedy Avenue
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Yells Road
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Pine Hall Avenue
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Lange Road
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 19
- 2. New Zealand 14
- 3. South Africa 7
- 4. Scotland 5
- 5. Afghanistan 4
- 6. Nepal 4
- 7. Netherlands 4
- 8. Vietnam 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)