Cranbrook, Western Australia facts for kids
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 Cranbrook
Location in Western Australia
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| Established | 1889 |
| Postcode(s) | 6321 |
| Elevation | 258 m (846 ft) |
| Area | [convert: needs a number] |
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Cranbrook |
| State electorate(s) | Roe |
| Federal Division(s) | O'Connor |
Cranbrook is a small town in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. It is located in the Shire of Cranbrook, between the towns of Katanning, Kojonup, and Mount Barker. The capital city, Perth, is about 320 kilometers (200 miles) to the south.
Cranbrook is often called "The Gateway to the Stirlings." This name refers to the beautiful Stirling Range National Park located nearby. In 2006, the town had a population of 280 people.
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A Glimpse into Cranbrook's Past
Cranbrook began to grow when the Great Southern Railway opened in 1889. It was one of the first railway stations along this important line. The townsite was officially recognized in 1899.
In 1926, there were plans to build a new railway line. This line would have connected Cranbrook to Boyup Brook. Construction started on this project, but it was never fully completed.
How Cranbrook Got Its Name
The town of Cranbrook gets its name from a town in Kent, England. This English town is about 65 kilometers (40 miles) southeast of London. It is believed that Mr. J. A. Wright chose the name. He was the manager of the Western Australian Land Company, which built the railway.
The First Peoples of Cranbrook
The Noongar peoples have lived in this area for a very long time. They know the area as Twonkup or Dwangup. It was a special meeting place for different Noongar groups. These included the Menang people from the south, the Goreng from the southeast, and the Kaneang from the southwest.
The area was also important for traditional laws and ceremonies. Many burial mounds, over forty of them, have been found around Cranbrook. This shows its deep historical and cultural significance to the Noongar peoples.
Cranbrook Today
Today, Cranbrook is an important place for farming. It is a Cooperative Bulk Handling site. This means it's a place where farmers bring their grain, like wheat and barley, to be stored and prepared for transport.
There are also two other official townsites within the Cranbrook area. These are Pootenup and Tunney. Both of these small places are located near the eastern border of the Cranbrook area.
