Bukkulla, New South Wales facts for kids
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Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 145 (2006 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 2360 |
| Elevation | 580 m (1,903 ft) |
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| LGA(s) | Inverell Shire |
| County | Arrawatta |
| State electorate(s) | Northern Tablelands |
| Federal Division(s) | New England |
Bukkulla is a small village, sometimes called a 'hamlet', located in New South Wales, Australia. It's about 30 kilometers (18 miles) north of Inverell. This little place is part of Arrawatta County and Inverell Shire. Bukkulla sits about 580 meters (1,900 feet) above sea level. In 2006, about 145 people lived there.
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What's the History of Bukkulla?
Early Days and Big Farms
Bukkulla was originally the name of a huge farm, covering about 130,000 acres (526 square kilometers)! It belonged to a man named George Wyndham. The name 'Bukkulla' might mean 'place of leopard tree' or 'high black stump'.
George Wyndham became the first official owner of this land near the Macintyre River in 1839. He started a vineyard there. He also had a special farm for breeding Thoroughbred horses. These horses were very good for racing and for working on farms. Some were even sent to India.
By 1850, the Bukkulla farm was home to many animals. There were 300 horses, 2,000 cattle, and 7,000 sheep! Later, the Wyndham family divided this large property into several smaller farms.
Post Office and Modern Times
Bukkulla had its own Post Office, which opened on April 1, 1876. It stayed open for many years before closing in 1980.
Today, the main jobs in the Bukkulla area are raising sheep and beef cattle. The village now has a sports ground where people can play, a public telephone, and several homes. There is also a communications tower. A place called Macintyre Station is located nearby.
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