Snowtown wind farm is situated along the Barunga Ranges and Hummock, in the west direction of Snowtown in the Mid- North of Southern Australia. It is located around 170 km north of Adelaide, South Australia. The Barunga Range is typically rounded, treeless and lies in the direction of the popular westerly winds and hence was considered as an outstanding site for the construction of wind farm.

The Snowtown wind farm was owned by Trust Power who have constructed and commissioned 47 Suzlon wind turbines. Hon Mike Rann, Premier of South Australia officially opened the site on 2nd November 2008. Suzlon Energy Australia Pty. Ltd. constructed the first stage of the Snowtown wind farm in 2008. The creation of 44 m turbine blade in the town centre started acting as a positive tourist attraction. Snowtown wind farm project has benefited the local community in many ways

including landowners, economy and employment.

Accommodations in and around Snowtown, South Australia: -

Hummocks Station –

Barunga Homestead Road,

Snowtown, South Australia 5520

Hummocks Station is a multi award winning historic stone building which is set among a vineyard and offers the best getaway for couples and is especially appropriate for groups or families who can book the entire complex.

Snowtown Hotel –

52 Railway East Terrace,

Snowtown, South Australia

Snowtown Hotel is highly recommended for comfortable accommodation and great service. Snowtown Hotel offers delicious meals at reasonable price.

Best Western A Trapper’s Motor Inn –

2 Lockyer Street Off,

Old Hume Highway, Goulburn

Located in the heart of city Goulburn, Motor Inn offers comfortable rooms equipped with several amenities including ironing board, iron and microwave oven. The Hotel also offers well-equipped conference rooms and swimming pool and spa for relaxation.

Comfort Inn Posthouse Goulburn –

1 Lagoon Street,

Goulburn

Comfort Inn Posthouse offers a choice of 40 spacious accommodations including honeymoon suites. This Hotel features convenient services and comfortable accommodation and is thus an ideal place to reside.

Lilac City Motor Inn Goulburn – 126-128 Lagoon Street, Goulburn

Lilac City Motor Inn Goulburn is a perfect place to relish in a friendly ambiance. It offers capacious accommodation and modern facilities. At this inn, all the rooms are furnished with an array of fashionable amenities and offer comfort for pleasant stay.

Things to do in South Australia: -

Adelaide Symphony Orchestra: -

Symphony Orchestra came into existence in 1936 as a 17 player radio band. This orchestra is the biggest performing arts organization in South Australia and has achieved international fame.

Hardys Winery: -

Hardys Winery is home to classic McLaren Vale wines which are world renowned wines. This winery is highly recommended to visit as it offers one of the world’s few best wines.

Cleland Wildlife Park: -

At Cleland Wildlife Park, visitors can observe distinctive range of birds, reptiles, marsupials and much more. The tourists are also encouraged to feed, learn, pat and mingle with about hundreds of southern Australian native animals.

Tea Tree Gully Golf Club: -

In the foothills of Adelaide there are 18 golf courses. Visitors receive numerous facilities over here. Social functions and wedding receptions are specialties.

Botanical Gardens of Adelaide: -

The Adelaide Botanical Gardens feature a unique Victorian Palm House, a sacred lotus pond, wisteria arbors, avenues of mature trees and glorious European style landscape.