Laura

Laura is a charming town located in the Southern Flinders Ranges of South Australia. It is known for its rich history, heritage buildings, and picturesque surroundings. One of the town's notable attractions is the Golden North Ice Creamery, where visitors can enjoy delicious ice cream made locally. Laura also has a strong connection to the arts, with the annual Laura Folk Fair attracting artists and artisans from the region to showcase their work.

The township of Laura was surveyed in 1872, when a section of Booyoolee Run, a pastoral holding which was leased by the pastoralist Herbert Bristow Hughes, was surveyed and subdivided. In 1872 the new town was named Laura after Laura Hughes, Herbert’s wife.

The area was originally occupied at different stages by the Ngadjuri and Nukunu tribes, who have a deep connection to the region. Recognising and respecting the traditional owners of the land is essential in understanding the history and significance of the area.