kids encyclopedia robot

Girraween, New South Wales facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Girraween
SydneyNew South Wales
Girraween Public School.JPG
Girraween Public School
Population 5,590 (2016 census)
Postcode(s) 2145
Elevation 45 m (148 ft)
Location 30 km (19 mi) west of Sydney CBD
LGA(s) Cumberland Council
Region Western Sydney
State electorate(s) Prospect
Federal Division(s) Greenway
Suburbs around Girraween:
Toongabbie Toongabbie Toongabbie
Toongabbie Girraween Pendle Hill
Pemulwuy Greystanes Greystanes

Girraween is a suburb located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is about 30 kilometers (18 miles) west of the main Sydney city center. Girraween is part of the Cumberland Council area and is found in the Greater Western Sydney region.

History of Girraween

The name "Girraween" comes from an Aboriginal word. It means "place of flowers." The first people to live in this area were the Darug people, who are the traditional owners of the land.

This land was once part of a large property. It belonged to a person named D'Arcy Wentworth. The nearby suburb of Wentworthville was named in his honor.

People and Culture

Girraween is a very diverse place with people from many different backgrounds. In 2016, about 38% of the people living here were born in Australia. Many others came from countries like India, Sri Lanka, Malta, China, and the Philippines.

Most people in Girraween speak a language other than English at home. Some of the most common languages spoken include Tamil, Gujarati, Hindi, and Telugu. This shows the rich mix of cultures in the suburb.

When it comes to religion, many people in Girraween follow Hinduism. There are also many Catholic residents and people with no religious affiliation.

Getting Around Girraween

Girraween has good transport options for getting around.

Bus Services

The 705 bus route serves Girraween. This bus connects Blacktown to Parramatta, making it easy to travel between these areas.

Train Access

While Girraween does not have its own train station, two nearby stations are easy to reach. You can walk a short distance through Civic Park to get to Pendle Hill Railway Station. Toongabbie Railway Station is also close by and can be reached on foot or by car.

Schools in Girraween

Girraween has several schools for students of different ages.

  • Girraween High School: This is a selective high school. This means students need to pass an exam to get in.
  • Girraween Public School: This is a local public school for younger students.
  • St Anthony's Girraween: This is a Catholic school in the area.

Sports and Fun Activities

Girraween offers many places for sports and recreation.

Local Parks and Clubs

  • Girraween Eagles and Girraween Park: These are places where local sports teams might play.
  • Girraween Little Athletics Club: This club is based at CV Kelly Park. It helps young athletes develop their skills.

Civic Park

Civic Park is just over the eastern border in Pendle Hill. It has many facilities for everyone to enjoy. You can find a basketball court, a netball court, and tennis courts. There are also barbecue areas and a playground for kids.

kids search engine
Girraween, New South Wales Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.