Cartwrights Hill, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cartwrights HillWagga Wagga, New South Wales |
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Signage relating to the suburb of Cartwrights Hill
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| Population | 189 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2650 | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Wagga Wagga | ||||||||||||||
| County | Clarendon | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | North Wagga Wagga | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Wagga Wagga | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Riverina | ||||||||||||||
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Cartwrights Hill is a suburb located in the north-eastern part of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia. It sits right next to Bomen, which is an area known for its industries. Because Bomen has focused on bigger industries, new building in Cartwrights Hill has slowed down. You can find the Red Steer Hotel/Motel in Cartwrights Hill.
History of Cartwrights Hill
Cartwrights Hill gets its name from Thomas Cartwright and his family. They were the first owners of the land here.
Early Life of Thomas Cartwright
Thomas Cartwright came to New South Wales in 1834. He arrived on a ship called the Royal Admiral. He spent his first years in Australia living in the Yass and Illawarra regions. In 1847, he received a special pardon. This pardon allowed him more freedom.
The Cartwright Family in Wagga Wagga
On June 26, 1841, Thomas Cartwright married Catherine Gormly. Their wedding took place at the Goondarin School house. Catherine's family faced a great tragedy in 1852. Her parents and two siblings died in a flood in Gundagai.
The Cartwright family moved to the Wagga Wagga area in the late 1850s. Here, they worked as shepherds, looking after sheep.
