Australian Plains facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Australia PlainsSouth Australia |
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Former Church (left) and school
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 Australia Plains
Location in South Australia
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| Postcode(s) | 5374 | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Regional Council of Goyder | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Stuart | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Grey | ||||||||||||||
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Australia Plains is a small, quiet place in South Australia. It's a settlement, which means it's a small community of homes and buildings. This area has a rich history, especially linked to early settlers.
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Discovering Australia Plains
Australia Plains is a fascinating spot with a unique story. It's located in the state of South Australia. This small community has seen many changes over the years.
A Look Back in Time
The settlement of Australia Plains was first started in the 1880s. It was founded by German immigrants who came to Australia looking for new opportunities. They helped build the early community here.
Early Days and Growth
Life in Australia Plains began with these early settlers. They worked hard to create a new home. The community grew slowly over time.
Post Office and Schools
A post office is a very important part of any community. Australia Plains had its own post office from 1882 until 1971. This helped people send and receive mail.
The children of Australia Plains also had schools. Before 1917, there was a Lutheran school. This school was run by the Lutheran church. However, it had to close during World War I. This was a difficult time for many communities.
After that, a public school opened in 1917. This school provided education for local children for many years. It finally closed its doors in 1956.
Life in Australia Plains Today
Australia Plains is a very small place now. In 2014, only about 30 people lived there. It's a quiet area, different from busy cities.
What is a Settlement?
A settlement is a place where people live. It can be a small village, a town, or even a city. Australia Plains is an example of a small rural settlement.
Local Government
Australia Plains is part of the Regional Council of Goyder. This council helps manage local services. These services include roads, parks, and community facilities.
For state government, the area is in the Stuart district. For federal government, it's in the Grey division. These are the areas that choose representatives to speak for them in government.
See Also
- List of towns in South Australia
