Torrens Island Quarantine Station precinct, Port Adelaide

Why is it Significant?

This surviving complex of buildings is of immense importance to the Migration story of South Australia, demonstrating treatment of immigrants on arrival. The buildings of various eras and importance are restorable and suited to interpretation as a major tourism attraction. The site is subject to subdivision and industrial development, which is likely to require clearance of areas of intact mangrove and samphire vegetation, with potential wider environmental impacts on the Barker inlet and Port River ecosystem and particularly the Dolphin Sanctuary.

Why is it at Risk?

A regional Conservation Management Plan and consultation is needed before proceeding further.

What needs to be done?

A regional Conservation Management Plan and consultation is needed before proceeding further.