Coromandel Valley, South Australia facts for kids
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 Coromandel Valley
Location in South Australia
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| Postcode(s) | 5051 | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 16.5 km (10 mi) from Adelaide | ||||||||||||||
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| Region | Southern Adelaide | ||||||||||||||
| County | Adelaide | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Waite | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Mayo | ||||||||||||||
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Coromandel Valley is a lovely suburb in the south-east of Adelaide, South Australia. It feels a bit like the countryside, even though it's close to the city. The Sturt River flows through it. This river also marks the border between two local council areas: the City of Mitcham and the City of Onkaparinga.
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History of Coromandel Valley
How Coromandel Valley Got Its Name
Coromandel Valley, and its nearby area, Coromandel East, got their names from a ship. This ship was called the Coromandel. It sailed all the way from London and arrived in Holdfast Bay in 1837. The ship itself was named after the Coromandel Coast in India.
After the ship arrived, some of its sailors decided they wanted to stay in South Australia. They hid in the hills of the Coromandel Valley region. They were not caught because there wasn't a suitable official to deal with them after the ship had left.
Early Buildings and Businesses
The Coromandel Valley Primary School is one of the oldest schools in South Australia. It was first opened in 1877. Right next to the school is the original St John's Anglican Church. This church was built using local stone from the area.
In the early days, an important business was Alex Murray & Son's factory. They made jam and biscuits there. This factory closed around 1902. The Coromandel Valley Post Office also opened a long time ago, on July 10, 1850. For a while, it was even called "West Sturt."
Sporting Clubs
Coromandel Valley Ramblers Cricket Club
Coromandel Valley is home to the Coromandel Valley Ramblers Cricket Club. This club was started in 1926, after World War I. The team plays its home games at Hawthorndene Oval and has been there ever since.
As the club grew and more players joined, they added another oval. Weymouth Oval became their training ground. The Ramblers have been very successful recently. They have won three championships in a row in their cricket league.
The club has four senior teams and seven junior teams. It also has strong ties to the community. Through their Sponsorship Loyalty Program, they have helped local businesses. Over the last three years, about $600,000 has been spent with these businesses. This program is supported by Get Chatty.
Parks and Recreation
Coromandel Valley has some great places for outdoor fun and relaxation:
- Frank Smith Park: This is a large reserve, about 12 hectares in size. It includes a wetland, which is a special area of land covered with water.
- Sturt River Linear Park: This park follows the path of the Sturt River, offering a nice place for walks and enjoying nature.
- Weymouth Recreation Ground: This is another area for sports and recreation, often used by local clubs.
