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Port Augusta

1,158 km²

A larger First Nations population than most similar areas defines Port Augusta. This regional hub is a place of contrast, where many homes are well-connected to public transport and schools, but far fewer have easy walking access to shops and doctors. The community faces significant social challenges, particularly for its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents who experience much lower school completion rates and higher unemployment than the national average.

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First Nations

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There are 2,825 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people here, and 11.7% speak a First Nations language. However, unemployment is well above the national figure at 18.2%, and Year 12 completion is far below the Australian average at 20.9%.

2,825 First Nations people

28 yrs Median age Here 28 yrs SA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

20.9% Year 12 Here 20.9% SA 34.7% Aus 37.0%

18.2% Unemployment Here 18.2% SA 15.6% Aus 12.3%

$500 Median income Here $500 SA $487 Aus $540

$1,121 Household income Here $1,121 SA $1,282 Aus $1,507

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While 86.4% of homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport, the area is less walkable for daily needs. Only 43% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, which is far below the South Australian figure of 64.4%.

4.9 Walk score

4.6 Types ≤15 min