As part of the 175th anniversary of Port Willunga in September, City of Onkaparinga will install historical interpretive signage at five sites and two town entry signs. 

Established in 1841, Port Willunga was one of the earliest operating ports in South Australia and was the busiest regional port in the state in the 1850s and 1860s.

The signage aims to highlight significant European historical sites and stories and enhance local identity.

The council is collaborating with the Port Willunga Heritage Sub-Committee of the National Trust of South Australia and history experts to ensure the content is accurate and respectful at sites that include the Thomas Martin Homestead and the historic jetty.

It has invited the community to provide feedback on the proposed signage content, design and locations.

The designs, layout, and colours of the interpretive signage are fixed to comply with the council’s approved brand, but the town entry signs have been approached differently to reflect the history and uniqueness of Port Willunga.

Have a say by completing an online survey; the deadline is Monday 25 May.