Cockburn Central, Western Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cockburn CentralPerth, Western Australia |
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Cockburn Central railway station entrance
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| Established | 2007 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 6164 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 2.8 km2 (1.1 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 24 km (15 mi) S of Perth | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Cockburn | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Cockburn | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Fremantle | ||||||||||||||
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Cockburn Central (say "KOH-burn") is a modern suburb located in Perth. Perth is the capital city of Western Australia. This suburb is about 24 kilometers (15 miles) south of Perth's main city area.
Cockburn Central is part of the City of Cockburn local government area. It was planned by the government to be an important center for the southern part of Perth. The name "Cockburn Central" was officially approved in 2007.
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How Cockburn Central Started
Cockburn Central is a fairly new suburb. It was created because of a big road project. The Kwinana Freeway was built, and it cut through an older suburb called Jandakot.
The part of Jandakot that ended up west of the new freeway became a separate area. This new area was then named Cockburn Central.
What Can You Find in Cockburn Central?
Cockburn Central has a busy town center. This area is built around the train station. It's designed to be a hub for people living nearby.
Important Buildings
You can find several important buildings here. These include the main office for the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. This is where the state's fire and emergency teams are managed. There is also a local police station.
Fun and Sports
One of the biggest attractions is Cockburn ARC. This is a large center for swimming and recreation. It has pools, gyms, and other sports facilities.
The Cockburn ARC is also special because it's the training home for the Fremantle Football Club. This is a professional Australian Rules Football team.
Shopping and Living
While the main shopping center, Cockburn Gateway Shopping City, is very close, it's actually in the next suburb, Success. Cockburn Central also has new apartment buildings and an older industrial area.
