Marion SA 5043
(Pop 4 000)
Marion is a modern Adelaide suburb on the Sturt River 11 km s-w of the CBD. Founded in 1838 as a rural village, it was planned by Adelaide's surveyor, Col. Light. The area originally supported mining, a brick works, orchards and vineyards and is today surrounded by several pretty parks and reserves. There are several colleges, churches, recreational clubs and a very large shopping complex. Marion is serviced by regular bus and train services.
Visitor Information Centre: 18 King William St, Adelaide. Tel (08) 8303 2220 or 1300 655 276.