Billabong Creek (Junee) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Billabong Creek |
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| Other name(s) | Billabung Creek |
| Country | Australia |
| State | New South Wales |
| IBRA | South West Slopes |
| Local government area | Junee |
| Physical characteristics | |
| River mouth | confluence with the Murrumbidgee River east of Wantabadgery, west of Gundagai 201 m (659 ft) |
| Length | 44 km (27 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Murrumbidgee catchment, Murray-Darling basin |
The Billabong Creek is a river in New South Wales, Australia. It's a special type of river called a perennial stream. This means it flows with water all year round. It's an important part of the Murrumbidgee river system, which is itself part of the much larger Murray-Darling basin. The creek is found in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales.
Billabong Creek: Its Journey
The Billabong Creek starts when two smaller creeks, Ironbong and Turveys Falls Creeks, join together. This happens near a village called Illabo, which is west of Bethungra.
Where the Creek Flows
From its start, the Billabong Creek generally flows towards the south and then turns southwest. It travels for about 44 km (27 mi). Along its journey, the river drops about 70 metres (230 ft) in height.
Joining the Murrumbidgee River
The Billabong Creek eventually meets and joins the Murrumbidgee River. This meeting point is located east of a place called Wantabadgery. It's also west of the town of Gundagai.
