Cup and Saucer Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cup and Saucer Creek |
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Cup and Saucer Creek, where it joins the Cooks River.
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| Country | Australia |
| State | New South Wales |
| IBRA | Sydney Basin, Canterbury-Bankstown |
| District | Southern Sydney |
| Municipality | Canterbury |
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| Main source | near Wiley Park railway station |
| River mouth | confluence with the Cooks River Earlwood |
| Length | 4 km (2.5 mi) |
Cup and Saucer Creek is a small waterway in Sydney, Australia. It's part of the Cooks River system and flows through the Canterbury-Bankstown area in New South Wales. It's called an "urban watercourse" because it flows through city areas.
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About Cup and Saucer Creek
Cup and Saucer Creek starts in the Canterbury area. Its journey begins near Wiley Park railway station. From there, it flows towards the east and northeast.
Where the Creek Flows
The creek passes through several suburbs. These include Roselands, Kingsgrove, and Clemton Park. Finally, it joins the Cooks River in the suburb of Earlwood.
Creek's Path and Features
The upper part of the creek is actually a system of pipes underground. As it gets closer to the Cooks River, it becomes a mix of open drains and a natural creek. In the past, studies showed some pollution in the water.
Why the Name "Cup and Saucer"?
The creek gets its unique name from the interesting sandstone shapes found in its old streambed. These rocks looked like cups and saucers.
Historic Bridge
There's a special concrete bridge over Bexley Road. It was built in 1920. This bridge is important because it's listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register. This means it's a protected historical site.
