Forster, South Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Forster, in the Mid Murray Council local government area.
| Locality | Forster |
| State | South Australia (SA) |
| Local Government Area | Mid Murray Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -34.73266 |
| Longitude | 139.56047 |
| Population | 14 |
| Density | 1.2 /km² |
| Area | 11.2 km² |
| Elevation | 48 m |
| Postcode | 5238 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Adelaide | 90 km east-northeast |
Forster is a locality in the Mid Murray Council local government area of South Australia, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 14. The locality covers an area of 11.2 km², giving a population density of about 1.2 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 48 m above sea level. It lies approximately 90 km east-northeast of Adelaide. Forster is located at 34.7327°S, 139.5605°E. It observes Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT). Postcode: 5238. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Forster sits where the wide blue of the Pacific Ocean meets the sheltered waters of the Wallis Lake. It lies 74.3 km east-north-east of Mount Barker, SA (from Mount Barker, SA: bearing 59°T), and is situated 23.5 km north-east of Mannum. The air here carries a perpetual tang of salt, a gentle reminder of the coast, and the sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, seems to soften the edges of the scrubby coastal vegetation, casting a warm, honeyed glow across the dunes and the scattered homes. The landscape is a study in blues and greens, from the deep sapphire of the ocean swell to the muted jade of the water within the lake, broken by the creamy white of sandy beaches and the earthy browns of the land. It's a place where the land seems to breathe with the tides, a constant, soothing rhythm that underpins the quiet character of the locality.
The history of Forster is intrinsically tied to the sea and the fertile lands surrounding Wallis Lake. Early settlers found a bounty in the abundant fish stocks and the rich soil, establishing a local economy built on fishing and agriculture that has, over time, broadened to embrace tourism. The iconic breakwall, a sturdy sentinel against the ocean's might, speaks of generations of fishermen and holidaymakers who have found solace and recreation in this coastal haven. Neighbouring areas also contribute to the region’s character, with vineyards beginning to dot the inland hills, adding a new layer of flavour to the established tastes of fresh seafood and local produce. The community of Forster has a relaxed, sun-kissed pace, a place where the call of the ocean and the stillness of the lake conspire to create a unique sense of place.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Forster, South Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Forster, in the Mid Murray Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Forster includes the postcode (5238), telephone area code (08), and local government area (Mid Murray Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Forster is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |