Belhus, Western Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids BelhusPerth, Western Australia |
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Millhouse Road, Belhus in July 2021
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| Postcode(s) | 6069 | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Swan | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | West Swan | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Hasluck | ||||||||||||||
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Belhus is a small suburb located in Perth, Western Australia. It is part of the City of Swan local government area. This area is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
Discovering Belhus: Where Does the Name Come From?
Belhus got its name from a special place in England. It was named after the "Belhus Estate." This estate belonged to the family of Edmund Barrett-Lennard.
A Pioneer's Legacy: Edmund Barrett-Lennard
Edmund Barrett-Lennard was an important person in the Swan Valley region. He was one of the first people to start the table grape industry there. This means he helped grow grapes that people could eat.
How Belhus Got Its Name in 1897
In 1897, Edmund Barrett-Lennard bought land in this area. He decided to name his new property "Belhus." This was a way to remember his family's original estate back in England.
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