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DATA HUB: OUR LOCATION

Get to know our environment and Mount Gambier's location

Mount Gambier is set in one of the world’s most beautiful and ancient locations on Boandik Country in southern South Australia. A city built on the slopes of a dormant volcano, forming part of the larger volcanic precinct.

Mount Gambier's location along the Melbourne to Adelaide travel corridor provides excellent connectivity, making it a key hub between major national landmarks such as the Great Ocean Road and the Flinders Ranges.

In Mount Gambier, every season is distinctly experienced. From the vibrant blooms that dress the city through spring to the crisp autumn air, rainfall nourishes the lush environment and makes it thrive all year round.

The city serves over 135,000 residents and functions as a central node for regional services, employment, and education, providing a strong foundation for growth and development.

SNAPSHOT DATA

Here is a snapshot of insights into Mount Gambier.

The Region

Land area of 33.88 square km in City of Mount Gambier.

Melbourne to Mount Gambier

441km from Melbourne, 4 hr 45 min drive and 1 hr 10min flight.

Adelaide to Mount Gambier

436km from Adelaide, 4 hr 40 min drive and 1 hr 10min flight.

Rainfall

Annual rainfall is between 450mm-820mm per year.
Contact

City of Mount Gambier
Economy, Strategy and Engagement team

ese@mountgambier.sa.gov.au

© 2026 Mount Gambier

Acknowledgment of Country

As we invite you to explore Mount Gambier and surrounds, we ask that alongside us, you respect the living culture and connection to Country held by the Boandik peoples.

We acknowledge the Boandik peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land Mount Gambier sits upon today. We respect their spiritual relationship with the land and recognise the deep feelings of attachment our First Nations peoples have with the land.

As we invite you to explore Mount Gambier and surrounds, we ask that alongside us, you respect the living culture and connection to Country held by the Boandik peoples.

We acknowledge the Boandik peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land Mount Gambier sits upon today. We respect their spiritual relationship with the land and recognise the deep feelings of attachment our First Nations peoples have with the land.