28-05-2025
Man rescued after falling into Cave Garden sinkhole in Mount Gambier
Emergency services have rescued a man from the bottom of a 30-metre deep sinkhole in the centre of Mount Gambier, in South Australia's south east.
Police, State Emergency Service and Metropolitan Fire Service crews attended the Cave Garden about 8:45am, following reports the man had fallen in and was stuck at the base.
Crews used a ladder, drone and specialised equipment to rescue the man, which took about two hours.
The man walked, with assistance, to a stretcher and was taken to an ambulance by police and ambulance workers.
A police spokesperson said he was taken to hospital for assessment.
It follows a similar incident at the Cave Garden in 2020, when a man died after falling into the sinkhole.
The Cave Garden sinkhole is a popular tourist attraction that features lookouts, a viewing platform and waterfall during wet periods.
Mount Gambier City Council has dual-named the Cave Garden/Thugi, with European and Bunganditj names to recognise the cultural significance of the site.
