Bell Post Hill, Victoria facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bell Post HillGeelong, Victoria |
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Morongo College, 1863
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 Bell Post Hill
Location in City of Greater Geelong
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| Population | 4,919 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 3215 | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Greater Geelong | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Lara | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Corio | ||||||||||||||
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Bell Post Hill is a friendly residential suburb. It is located in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. In 2016, about 4,919 people lived here.
The name "Bell Post Hill" likely comes from a special lookout point. People think there was a warning bell on a post or a tree. This spot was on a hill overlooking Corio Bay and the Moorabool River. This area was once part of the Morongo estate.
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What is Bell Post Hill Known For?
Bell Post Hill is a great place for families. It has several schools and places for sports. The suburb is close to the city of Geelong. It offers a mix of quiet living and easy access to city life.
Schools in Bell Post Hill
Bell Post Hill has some important schools. These schools help young people learn and grow. They offer different types of education.
- Kardinia International College (This school used to be called Morongo College)
- Covenant College (This school was once known as Geelong Christian School)
- Rollins Primary School
Sports and Recreation
Sports are a big part of life in Bell Post Hill. There are teams for different sports. This gives young people a chance to play and stay active.
- The suburb has an Australian Rules football team. They play in the Geelong & District Football League.
- Geelong Rangers FC is a soccer team. They play their games at Myers Reserve. This team competes in the Victorian State League Division 2.
Historic Places in Bell Post Hill
Bell Post Hill has some interesting old sites. These places are important for their history. They are protected as heritage-listed sites.
- The Morongo estate is one such place. It includes 205 Ballarat Road and 5-61 Anakie Road.
- Another site is the Cowies Creek Rail Bridge No. 1. This bridge is part of the Geelong-Ballarat railway line.
