Exeter, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids ExeterNew South Wales |
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Exeter central business district
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 Exeter
Location in New South Wales
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| Postcode(s) | 2579 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 723 m (2,372 ft) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Wingecarribee Shire | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Southern Highlands | ||||||||||||||
| County | Camden | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Sutton Forest | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Goulburn | ||||||||||||||
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Exeter (/ɛksɪtər/) is a small village located in the beautiful Southern Highlands area of New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the Wingecarribee Shire local government area. This quiet village has its own train station on the main railway line that runs south from Sydney.
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What is the History of Exeter?
Exeter was founded by a man named James Badgery. He was born near a town called Exeter in England. James came to New South Wales in 1799. By 1812, he was running farms called 'Exeter Farms'.
How Exeter Village Began
James Badgery explored further south and arrived in the area that is now Exeter in 1819. In 1821, he received a large piece of land, about 500 acres. He named his new property Spring Grove.
His son, Henry Badgery, helped the family's land grow even more. By 1841, many people lived and worked on the Badgery properties. Records show that 79 people lived in 11 households in the area. Their main property, Vine Lodge, was home to 33 people.
When Did Exeter Get Its Name?
Around 1888, the Vine Lodge property was divided into smaller pieces. The name Exeter was officially given to the village in 1890. This is how the village got its name, honoring James Badgery's birthplace.
A Look at the Exeter Railway Accident
On March 13, 1914, a serious train accident happened in Exeter. It was a foggy day, and two trains collided on a single track. A mail train crashed into a goods train that was trying to move onto a side track.
This tragic event caused 14 deaths. It is known as the third-worst railway accident in the history of New South Wales.
How Many People Live in Exeter?
The number of people living in Exeter has grown over time.
- In 2016, the population of Exeter was 949 people.
- By 2021, the population had increased to 1,087 people.
What are Exeter's Heritage Sites?
Exeter has some places that are very important to its history. These are called heritage-listed sites. They are protected because of their historical value.
Exeter Railway Station
One of the main heritage sites in Exeter is its railway station. The Exeter railway station is part of the Main Southern railway line. It is a reminder of the village's past and its connection to the railway.
What Schools are in Exeter?
Exeter has a local school for its younger residents.
- Exeter Public School is the main school in the village.
