Emu Point, Western Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Emu PointAlbany, Western Australia |
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Entrance to Oyster Harbour at Emu Point
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| Postcode(s) | 6330 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 1.9 km2 (0.7 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 8 km (5 mi) from Albany | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Albany | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Albany | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | O'Connor | ||||||||||||||
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Emu Point is a lovely suburb located in the north-east part of Albany, a city in southern Western Australia. It's a special place because it sits right where the water of Oyster Harbour meets the bigger King George Sound. This area is managed by the City of Albany.
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A Look Back at Emu Point's History
A long time ago, in the 1790s, a famous explorer named George Vancouver visited this area. He found a fresh water spring here.
Emu Point got its name from a survey ship in 1815. They were mapping the area.
In the early 1900s, Emu Point became a very popular spot for camping. People still love to camp here today! A big holiday park called Big4 Emu Beach opened in 2014.
Emu Point officially became a suburb in 1979. This means it was formally recognized as a distinct area.
Exploring Emu Point's Geography
Emu Point is like a finger of land that sticks out into the water. This piece of land is called a promontory. It sits right at the channel that connects Oyster Harbour to the north with King George Sound.
These two large bodies of water form the boundaries of the suburb. Oyster Harbour is to the north-east, and King George Sound is to the south-east. To the north, you'll find Yakamia Creek, and Lower King Road is on the western side.
Emu Beach
Emu Beach is the biggest beach in Emu Point. It stretches for about 2.9 kilometers (1.8 miles) along King George Sound. This beach is known for being one of Australia's cleanest beaches.
Boronia Reserve
The northern part of the suburb is home to the Boronia Reserve. This is a natural area where you can enjoy the outdoors.
