Euroa, Victoria facts for kids
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 Euroa
Location in Shire of Strathbogie
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| Population | 2,768 (2011 census) | ||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 3666 | ||||||||
| Elevation | 175 m (574 ft) | ||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Strathbogie | ||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Euroa | ||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Murray | ||||||||
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Euroa is a town in north-east Victoria, Australia. It is about 147 kilometers (91 miles) from Melbourne. The town is close to the Strathbogie Ranges. In 2006, about 2,776 people lived there. The name Euroa comes from an Aboriginal word. It means "joyful."
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A Look at Euroa's Past
Early Days and Settlement
Major Mitchell was an explorer. He camped by the Seven Creeks in Euroa in 1836. This was during his trip from Sydney. The Post Office opened in Euroa on January 1, 1854. This happened as the town was being settled.
The Kelly Gang Bank Robbery
Euroa became well-known on December 10, 1878. This is when the bank was robbed by the Ned Kelly Gang. The gang managed to get away with about £2000. This was a lot of money back then.
Historic Buildings in Town
Many old buildings still stand in Euroa today. They show the town's history.
- The Farmers Arms Hotel was built in 1876. It is now a museum.
- The post office was built in 1890.
- The old National Bank buildings date back to 1885.
- The Euroa Hotel was built in 1884.
- Blairgowrie House was built in 1890.
- The first church in Euroa was the Catholic Church, built in 1867.
The Euroa court house was built in 1892. It cost £1354 to build. The court house was closed in 1989.
Farming in Euroa
For a long time, sheep farming was very important. Farmers brought fine wool Saxon merino sheep here in 1851. Today, farmers are earning more money from raising horses.
What You Can Find in Euroa
Location and Landscape
Euroa is located roughly halfway between Melbourne and Albury. The land around Euroa is mostly flat. However, the Strathbogie Ranges are about 20 kilometers (12 miles) south-east of the town.
Schools and Services
Euroa has several places for older people to live. It also has one high school and two primary schools. The local government for the area, the Shire of Strathbogie, is based in Euroa.
Roads and Railways
The main road from Melbourne going north is the Hume Highway. A special road was built around Euroa. This bypass made the town quieter. It has also meant less growth for local businesses. The town is on the main North East railway. You can catch V/Line passenger trains here.
Sports and Recreation
Local Sports Teams
Euroa has an Australian Rules Football team. They are called the "Euroa Magpies." They play in the Goulburn Valley Football League.
Golfing in Euroa
If you like golf, you can play at the Euroa Golf Club. It is located on Walters Road.
Famous People from Euroa
Victoria Cross Winners
Three brave people from the Euroa area won the Victoria Cross for Australia. This is a very high award for courage.
- Lieutenant Leslie Cecil Maygar served in the Boer War.
- Corporal Alexander Stewart Burton served in the World War I.
- Lieutenant Frederick Harold Tubb also served in the World War I.
Sports Stars
Euroa is the birthplace of a famous cricket player. His name is Merv Hughes.
Images for kids
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Seven Creeks Park Euroa
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Euroa Butter Factory
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Euroa Post Office
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Seven Creeks Park
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Seven Creeks Park Euroa
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Hume and Hovell Monument
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VC Memorial Park Euroa
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