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About Millicent

 

 

 

 About Millicent

Millicent is located in the south-east of South Australia, roughly equi-distant from Mount Gambier, Penola and Beachport, giving easy access to the ocean, wineries, and the Tantanoola Limestone Caves. For those visiting the region, the Blue Lake, Coonawarra wine region and historic town of Penola are only a short drive away.

The main industries include pulp and paper manufacturing at Kimberly-Clarke, various primary production crops, and pine and blue gum plantations.

A must visit when in Millicent is Lake McIntyre, a native wildlife and vegetation reserve that has been created in an old quarry. There are free BBQ's, picnic areas, walking trails and amenities.The reserve is open daily until dusk.

You can also take a self-guided tour through The Living History Museum. Major displays include 25 fully restored buggies, carriages and wagons, Aboriginal deep cave art replicas and a Shipwreck room.

West of Millicent you will find Canunda National Park, featurnig spectacular sand dunes, open beach, walking trails and boardwalks. Great for nature lovers, fishing and exploring.

Shopping

Woolworths and IGA are the main supermarket chains in Millicent. Please note that the opening hours are typically more restricted than those in the city.

Nangula Country Market is held from 8.30am - 1.00pm on the 2nd Sunday of every month (except January) at the Nangula Hall, 5km south of Millicent on the Princes Highway.

Dining

Throughout Millicent you will find a range of dining opportunities, ranging from hotels and restaurants to cafes, bakeries, and numerous take away venues.

Sports and Recreation

There is no shortage of sports in Millicent - there are football, netball, sailing, swimming and basketball clubs, a golf course and fitness centre.

Banks

There are three major banks in Millicent: the ANZ, Australian Central Credit Union and the Bank of SA. All are located in George Street. Bank hours are typically 9.00am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday, although ATMs allow 24/7 access to funds.

Westpac and Savings and Loan Credit Union are also available through the Millicent newsagency at 5 Glen Street. Woolworths Ezy banking is available at Woolworths in Davenport Street.



Libraries and Internet Access


The Millicent Public Library is located in Ridge Tce. Opening hours are Tuesday and Friday from 9:00 am - 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm; Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:30pm, and Saturday 9:00 am - 12.00pm. The library is closed on public holidays.

Internet access is available at the Millicent Public Library (opening hours above) and the Millicent Visitor Information Centre (For details see 'Further Information' below).

 

Post Offices, Fuel and Other Services


The Millicent Post Shop is located at 52 George Street and is open Monday to Friday from 9.00am - 5.00pm.

There are three main pertol stations: Ampol, BP and Pines Service Stations. All are located on Mt Gambier Road. They are open weekdays and Saturday mornings.

There is a laundromat located in George Street. Opening hours are 8.00am - 8.30pm 7 days/week.

There are numerous places of worship in Millicent. Please contact the place of worship for service times:

Travel Times

Millicent is located 412 kilometres south east of Adelaide and is accessible by both car and train.  The travel time by car is approximately 4 hours 45 minutes.

For information on transport from Adelaide to Millicent visit Premier Stateliner.

Further Information

View more information on Millicent

or contact the Millicent Visitor Information Centre:
1 Mount Gambier Road
Millicent, SA 5280
Ph (08) 8733 0904

For a Map of Millicent visit Wilkins Tourist Maps. Select 'Towns' from the top menu, type 'Millicent' in the search box and then select ‘Millicent' from the list.