Brungle, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids BrungleNew South Wales |
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Brungle Primary School — "Gadhang Burri Yalbillinga"
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 Brungle
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 112 (2016 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 2722 |
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| LGA(s) | Snowy Valleys Council |
| County | Buccleuch |
| State electorate(s) | Wagga Wagga |
| Federal Division(s) | Eden-Monaro |
Brungle is a small village community located in the central east part of the Riverina region in New South Wales, Australia. It is a quiet place, home to a close-knit community.
You can find Brungle about 16 kilometres (10 miles) south-east of Gundagai. It is also about 20 kilometres (12 miles) north-east of Tumut. In 2016, about 112 people lived in Brungle.
History of Brungle
Brungle has a history that goes back many years. One important part of its past is the local Post Office.
The Post Office
The Brungle Post Office first opened its doors on 1 January 1868. It served the community for over a century. However, it eventually closed down in 1975.
Brungle's Community and Culture
Brungle is special because it is home to a large community of Waradajhi people. The Waradajhi are one of the many Aboriginal groups in Australia. Their culture and language are an important part of Brungle's identity.
Brungle Public School
The Brungle Public School is a great example of the strong Waradajhi presence in the village. At the front of the school, there is a sign written in the local Aboriginal language. It says Gadhang Burri Yalbillinga. This beautiful phrase means Happy Children Learn.
The school itself was started a long time ago, in 1868. Today, it has about 26 students. These students are taught in two different classes. About 56% of the students at the school are Waradajhi. This shows how important the school is to the local Indigenous community. It helps keep their culture and language alive.
