About Truro

ABOUT TRURO

The traveller’s rest

Truro has a population of approximately 400 people, situated on the western edge of Mid Murray Council. Geographically it is positioned just north-east of Barossa Valley Region and south-west of the Riverland.

Nearby towns include Angaston, Nuriootpa, Kapunda, Eudunda and the regional communities of Moculta, Dutton and St Kitts, which are largely rural localities less than 7kms to the north of Truro. Less than an hour from Adelaide CBD, the easy drive along the Northern Expressway and Sturt Highway will have you in Truro in no time!

The undulating landscape of the Mount Lofty Ranges adds to the appeal of the town, which is ideal for camping and it has long been known as a rest spot for travellers passing through.

The lively main street boasts a number of businesses, including a service station, town hall, second hand/ bric-a-brac stores and a pub. The well-known town bakery is a popular place for food and coffee, and a great opportunity for travellers to stretch their legs.

The recreation park / oval has long been used for sporting activities and community gatherings, and the Community Association is working to promote the venue as a bush camping location, recently installing an RV dump-point.

OUR HISTORY

Since 1850

The town was established in the 1840s, and while it is largely known both historically and in the current day as an agricultural area, the nearby Wheal Barton mine was a key industry when the town was settled. Many Cornish miners made it their home, with their stone cottages a feature of the town and surrounding areas. It was also the terminus for Truro railway line from 1917 until the 1980s and its climate makes it ideal for farming and livestock.

Our Heritage

ABOUT TRURO

The Truro Brand

Truro is a vibrant town that is socially connected, environmentally conscious and prosperous. It is a place where both local residents and visitors to the region enjoy nature, heritage and a great rural lifestyle. The Truro brand aims to position the town as an attractive destination for visitors to take a break, camp out under the stars, and experience the natural beauty and heritage of the region.

Drawing from the original Truro logo and inspired by the cor-ten steel sculptural pieces displayed in Pioneer Park, the branding features a set of icons, each representing an aspect of Truro in a modern-style. While being abstract in nature, the icons maintain the history of the town and the well-known elements that have always represented Truro. When the icons are combined, they add additional context

The typography is confident and quirky, yet comfortable to read; a distinctive font that stands out from the crowd. The core colours are bold and bright, with the extended colour palette embodying the collaborative and diverse character of the town. Logo variations allow for flexibility of the branding; the more informative or more imaginative tones may be accented through selection of logo and colour palette.