Grahamstown, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids GrahamstownNew South Wales |
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Grahamstown
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 Grahamstown
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 61 (2016 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 2729 |
| Elevation | 309 m (1,014 ft) |
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| LGA(s) | Snowy Valleys Council |
| County | Wynyard |
| State electorate(s) | Wagga Wagga |
| Federal Division(s) | Eden-Monaro |
Grahamstown is a small village in the central-east part of a region in Australia called the Riverina. It's located in New South Wales, about 12 kilometers north of Adelong and 13 kilometers south of Tumblong. In 2016, only 61 people lived in Grahamstown.
About Grahamstown
Grahamstown is a quiet place with a few private homes. These homes are found along the road that connects Adelong and Tumblong. The village also has an old building known as Billy Goat Hall.
Traditional Lands
The land where Grahamstown is located today has a long history. It is part of the traditional country of the Wiradjuri people. They are the original owners and caretakers of this land.
Gold Mining History
Gold was an important part of Grahamstown's past. People used to mine for gold at a place called Gibraltar Hill. They also found gold in the riverbeds. Special machines called dredges were used to dig up these gold deposits from the water.
Post Office
Grahamstown had its own Post Office for many years. It first opened on December 16, 1881. The Post Office served the community for a long time before it closed in 1981.
