Greengrove, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids GreengroveCentral Coast, New South Wales |
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Postcode(s) | 2250 | ||||||||||||||
Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | ||||||||||||||
Location | 41 km (25 mi) W of Gosford | ||||||||||||||
LGA(s) | Central Coast Council | ||||||||||||||
Parish | Mangrove | ||||||||||||||
State electorate(s) | Gosford | ||||||||||||||
Federal Division(s) | Robertson | ||||||||||||||
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Greengrove is a small town and area located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It's about 40 kilometers (25 miles) west of Gosford. Greengrove is close to Mangrove Mountain and borders the beautiful Popran National Park. It is managed by the Central Coast Council, which is like the local government for the area.
Exploring Greengrove
Greengrove is a long, narrow area that stretches from north to south. It sits along the eastern side of Mangrove Creek. This creek is an important waterway in the region.
Main Road and Landmarks
The town is crossed by Wisemans Ferry Road. This road helps people travel through Greengrove and connect to other places.
You'll find two parks in Greengrove named after important people who helped settle the area a long time ago. These pioneers were Elizabeth Donovan (who lived from 1791 to 1891) and Richard Woodbury (who lived from 1811 to 1897). Naming parks after them is a way to remember their contributions to the community.