Parish of Currawang facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Currawang ParishNew South Wales |
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Currawang area from space, November 1985
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 Currawang Parish
Location in New South Wales
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| LGA(s) | Goulburn Mulwaree | ||||||||||||||
| County | Argyle | ||||||||||||||
| Division | Eastern | ||||||||||||||
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The Parish of Currawang is a special kind of land area in Argyle County, Australia. Think of it like a small district or division of land. It's located just north of a famous lake called Lake George.
This area used to be known as the Parish of Currowang. But on November 14, 1980, its name was officially changed to Currawang. Today, the Parish of Currawang covers roughly the same area as the place known as Currawang.
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Exploring Currawang Parish
Currawang Parish is part of New South Wales, a large state in Australia. It's a rural area, meaning it has lots of open land, farms, and natural spaces. The landscape around Currawang includes rolling hills and open plains.
Location and Surroundings
Currawang Parish is in the Goulburn Mulwaree local government area. This means it's managed by that local council. It's surrounded by other parishes and areas. For example, to its north is Tarago Parish, and to its south is Lake George Parish.
What is a Parish?
In Australia, a "parish" is a historical way of dividing up land. It's used for things like land titles and maps. It's not usually a town or a city itself, but a way to describe a specific piece of the countryside. These land divisions help people understand where properties are located.
People from Currawang
Even small places can have interesting people! One notable person connected to Currawang is Tom Frame (bishop).
Who is Tom Frame?
Tom Frame is an Australian Anglican bishop. A bishop is a senior leader in some Christian churches. He is also a well-known historian and author. He has written many books about Australian history and defense.
Images for kids
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Lake George from space, November 1985
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August 2010, aerial view looking northwest over the wind farm.
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1840s map of the County of Argyle
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Currowang in the distance
