The teamster's loads were replaced by a flow of pastoral produce to Port Wakefield, mainly wool and grain.

This was eventually taken over by South Australian Railways and converted to steam, as well as being extended at both ends.

Balaklava is home to long time nuclear veteran campaigner Avon Hudson.

[14] Neighbouring townships to Balaklava include: Balaklava is the administrative centre for local government seat of Wakefield Regional Council and is located in the state electoral district of Frome[4] and the federal electoral division of Grey.

The township of Balaklava has four education institutions:[citation needed] The local newspaper is the Plains Producer, which has been published in the region since 25 September 1903.

[15] Throughout its life, it evolved through a series of name changes: Another publication, Two Wells and Districts Echo, is also printed in the town.

Balaklava is well known throughout the South Australian music, drama and school communities for its interest and support in the performing arts.

The Balaklava Gliding Club[24] is located at Whitwarta, 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) north-west of the township.