Findon, South Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids FindonAdelaide, South Australia |
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| Established | 1848 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 5023 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 6.5 km (4 mi) NW of Adelaide city centre | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Charles Sturt | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Cheltenham (2014) | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Hindmarsh | ||||||||||||||
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Findon is a suburb located in the western part of Adelaide, South Australia. It's part of the City of Charles Sturt area.
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History of Findon
Findon has an interesting history! In 1839, a man named George Cortis was given the land where Findon now stands. He then divided this land into smaller blocks in 1848.
The suburb might have been named after a town called Findon in the United Kingdom. This town was close to where George Cortis grew up, in a place called Worthing.
Geography and Location
Findon is located in Adelaide's western suburbs. It sits along two main roads: Crittenden Road and Findon Road. Grange Road forms the southern edge of the suburb.
People and Population
The 2016 Census counted 6,205 people living in Findon. About 47.7% of these people were male, and 52.3% were female.
Most people (60.9%) living in Findon were born in Australia. Other common birthplaces included India (6.1%), Italy (6.1%), and England (2.3%). About 58.3% of people spoke only English at home. Other languages spoken included Italian (9.9%), Greek (3.4%), and Punjabi (2.7%).
When it came to religion, the most common choices were Catholic (33.3%) and No Religion (22.3%).
Community Life
Local Community Groups
The Findon Community Centre is a great place for people to gather. You can find it on Findon Road.
Schools in Findon
Findon High School is located on Drummond Avenue. The Primary and Early Childhood Centre for Nazareth Catholic College is on Crittenden Road.
Fun Places and Attractions
Parks and Green Spaces
Findon Oval is a popular spot for sports. In summer, the Woodville District Baseball Club plays here. In winter, the Woodville Lacrosse Club uses the oval. It's on Drummond Avenue, right next to the Findon Cycle Speedway. This is where the Findon Skid Kids cycling club practices.
Another important green area in Findon is Matheson Reserve. It's located between Buccleuch Avenue and Dominion Avenue. You can also find other parks and reserves on Findon Road, Strathbogie Avenue, Pamela Street, Rondo Avenue, and Dampier Avenue.
Basa Reserve also extends into Findon, though most of it is in the nearby suburb of Beverley.
Basketball Arena
Findon is home to the huge Adelaide Arena, which can hold 8,000 people! This arena is the home court for two famous basketball teams:
- The Adelaide 36ers, who have won the National Basketball League championship four times.
- The Adelaide Lightning, who have won the Women's National Basketball League championship five times.
The Adelaide Arena cost A$16 million to build and opened in 1992. It's the biggest stadium in Australia built just for basketball. It has had a few different names over the years, including the Clipsal Powerhouse and the Distinctive Homes Dome. Since 2010, it has been known as the Adelaide Arena. The main basketball court inside the arena is called the Brett Maher Court. This name honors Brett Maher, a legendary player for the 36ers.
Getting Around Findon
Main Roads
The main roads that help people get around Findon are Findon Road and Crittenden Road. Both of these roads pass through the suburb. Grange Road connects Findon to the Adelaide city centre and the coast.
Public Transport
Findon is well-connected by public transport. The Adelaide Metro operates bus services throughout the suburb.
Bus Services
Buses run by the Adelaide Metro provide transport options for residents in Findon.
