Cape Clear, Victoria facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Cape Clear Victoria
Cape Clear Hotel
Cape Clear Location in Golden Plains Shire
Postcode(s)	3351
Location	154 km (96 mi) W of Melbourne 37 km (23 mi) SW of Ballarat
LGA(s)	Golden Plains Shire
State electorate(s)	Eureka
Federal Division(s)	Wannon
Localities around Cape Clear: Mannibadar Happy Valley Springdallah Mannibadar Cape Clear Berringa Pitfield Pitfield Illabarook

Cape Clear is a small town in Victoria, Australia. It has a general store and is near the Woady Yaloak River. The town was once very busy during the 19th-century gold rush. Back then, about 25,000 people lived here. Today, the population is much smaller, under 1,000 people. The Cape Clear Post Office opened on April 17, 1865. It has been run by the same family for a long time. Now, the town mostly relies on farming.

Model lighthouse

Irish gold miners named Cape Clear. They came from Cape Clear in Ireland. Even though it's called "Cape Clear," the town is about 100 kilometers from the coast. In 2008, a 13-meter-tall model lighthouse was built. It has a working light and stands near the old hotel. This lighthouse helps people find the town.

The Cape Clear Cast Iron Mileposts are important historical markers. They are found on local roads. These mileposts are listed on the Victorian Heritage Register. This means they are protected because of their history.

Exploring Cape Clear

Cape Clear has several important places. These include its old hotel, a school, and a community hall. Each place plays a role in the town's daily life.

The Cape Clear Hotel

The local pub was built in 1935. It served as both a hotel and a restaurant. This building is a well-known landmark in the town. It has looked much the same since it was built. In 2020, the hotel closed its doors. The property has been sold several times since then. There are plans to open it again as a hotel and pub.

Community Services

Cape Clear has a few key services for its residents. These places help the community run smoothly.

Local School

Cape Clear Primary School is located along the main highway. It provides education for children in the area.

Community Hall

The Cape Clear Community Hall is special. It uses an off-the-grid solar power system. This means it gets its electricity from the sun.

Other Facilities

The Cape Clear Church was sold in 2019. It is now owned by a private person. The Cape Clear reservoir supplies water to most of the town. This ensures everyone has access to water. The Cape Clear Cemetery is still used today. It has graves that date back to the gold rush days. The Cape Clear CFA is a local fire station. It has several fire engines. The old Cape Clear Hotel has pictures of the CFA's history.