Essentials & Emergencies

Fuel, ATMs, groceries, medical, post and emergency contacts in Coober Pedy.

The practical stuff, all in one place.

Emergencies

Emergency (police / fire / ambulance): 000
Coober Pedy Hospital — emergency & general care
Coober Pedy Police — non-urgent: 131 444

Everyday needs

Fuel — service stations on the main street (details); fill up before day trips.
Groceries — the town supermarket for self-caterers.
Cash — ATMs are in town; carry some cash as backup for smaller operators.
Post — Australia Post outlet on the main street.
Laundry & car wash — 2 Minute Noodlers.

Visitor information

The Coober Pedy Visitor Information Centre is your first stop for maps, tour bookings, Kanku-Breakaways park passes, current public noodling areas, and up-to-date road conditions.

Connectivity

Mobile coverage is good in town, patchy on remote tracks. Wi-Fi is available at many stays and cafés.