Ellenborough, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids EllenboroughNew South Wales |
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old Cuthberts Church, (now a private home) Ellenborough
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 Ellenborough
Location in New South Wales
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| Postcode(s) | 2446 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 70 m (230 ft) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Port Macquarie-Hastings Council | ||||||||||||||
| County | Macquarie | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Oxley | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Lyne | ||||||||||||||
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Ellenborough is a small village in Australia. It sits right on the Oxley Highway and next to the Ellenborough River. This river joins the Hastings River nearby. The village is about 38 kilometers west of Wauchope. It is also about 130 kilometers east of Walcha. Ellenborough is part of the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council area.
A famous explorer named John Oxley gave Ellenborough its name. He named it after Edward Law, 1st Baron Ellenborough, who was an important judge in England a long time ago.
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Exploring Ellenborough's Wildlife
Ellenborough is home to many different animals. You can find a wide variety of birds flying around. These include colorful bowerbirds, bright king parrots, and quick kingfishers. You might also spot honeyeaters and even large wedge-tailed eagles.
Native Animals to Spot
The area also has many native Australian animals. Look out for kangaroos and wallabies hopping around. You might see spiky echidnas digging in the ground. Koalas and possums can be found in the trees. If you are lucky, you might even see goannas, turtles, or platypus near the river. The river itself is full of fish.
Unique Plants of the Region
Ellenborough is special because it has some rare plants. Two types of plants that are hard to find elsewhere grow here. These are the Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea archaeoides) and the Tree Guinea Flower (Hibbertia hexandra). These plants are considered threatened species. This means they need protection to survive.
Life and History in Ellenborough
Ellenborough is mainly a farming area. The most important jobs here are dairy farming and raising beef cattle. This means people produce milk and meat.
Important Places and History
The village has some important historical spots. The Ellenborough Cemetery is one of these. The old police station is also a significant building. Large trees growing around these places add to their historical feel. There is also a camping area in the village. It is located in the north-eastern part, close to the Hastings River.
Nearby Communities
The Ellenborough Public School has now closed down. However, a nearby village called Long Flat has a public school. Long Flat is only about 4 kilometers east of Ellenborough. This village also has a hotel, a recreation ground, and a general store.
