kids encyclopedia robot

Cascade, Western Australia facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Cascade
Western Australia
Cascade is located in Western Australia
Cascade
Cascade
Location in Western Australia
Established 1976
Postcode(s) 6450
Elevation 182 m (597 ft)
Area [convert: needs a number]
Location
  • 677 km (421 mi) east of Perth
  • 96 km (60 mi) north-west of Esperance
LGA(s) Shire of Esperance
State electorate(s) Roe
Federal Division(s) O'Connor

Cascade is a small town in Western Australia. It's about 677 kilometers (or 421 miles) east of Perth. You can find it on the South Coast, between the towns of Ravensthorpe and Esperance. It's part of the Goldfields-Esperance region. In 2006, only 158 people lived there.

About Cascade

Where is Cascade?

Cascade is a small community located in the state of Western Australia. It sits on the South Coast, a beautiful area of the state. The town is quite far from the capital city, Perth. It's about 677 kilometers (421 miles) to the east.

How Cascade Got Its Name

Nobody knows for sure how Cascade got its name. However, the local government, called the Shire of Esperance, suggested the name. The town was officially recognized on November 19, 1976. This means it's a fairly new town compared to many others in Australia.

What People Do in Cascade

The main job in Cascade is wheat farming. Farmers grow a lot of wheat in the fields around the town. Cascade is also a special place called a Cooperative Bulk Handling (CBH) site. This means it's a collection point where farmers bring their harvested wheat. The wheat is stored here before it's sent to other places.

kids search engine
Cascade, Western Australia Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.