Royston Head Explained

Type:other
Royston Head
State:SA
Elevation:59
Coordinates:-35.1903°N 136.8458°W

Royston Head is a headland in the Australian state of South Australia located on the west coast of the south-west tip of Yorke Peninsula. It forms the northern extremity of Pondalowie Bay and is connected to an island of the same name by a drying reef. It was reported as being named after Lord Royston, eldest son of Lord Hardwicke by Matthew Flinders. The head is within the Innes National Park while the waters adjoining its shores are located within the boundaries of the Southern Spencer Gulf Marine Park.[1] [2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Robinson. A. C.. South Australia's offshore islands. Australian Heritage Commission. 13 December 2013 . Canty, P. . Mooney, T. . Rudduck, P. . 283. 1996.
  2. Web site: MARINE PARK 12, Southern Spencer Gulf. Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources. 30 October 2014.