Gundy facts for kids
Quick facts for kids GundyNew South Wales |
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Entering Gundy over the Pages River bridge.
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 Gundy
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 188 (2011 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 2337 |
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10) |
| • Summer (DST) | AEDT (UTC+11) |
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| LGA(s) | Upper Hunter Shire |
| Region | Hunter |
| County | Brisbane |
| Parish | Alma |
| State electorate(s) | Upper Hunter |
| Federal Division(s) | Hunter |
Gundy is a small place in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, Australia. It is located in the Upper Hunter Shire area, right by the Pages River. Gundy is about 269 kilometers (167 miles) north of Sydney, which is the capital city of New South Wales. In 2011, about 188 people lived there.
A Look Back in Time
Gundy's story began in 1826 when European settlers arrived. A man named John Stewart received a land grant here. This means he was given land by the government. John Stewart had explored the Upper Hunter River area earlier in the 1800s.
The village was first called Bellevue, named after a nearby farm. Later, it got its current name from a lady named Mrs. Gundy. She ran an inn (a bit like a hotel or pub) down the road. Gundy was an important stop for travelers. It served as a place for teams traveling from Scone to areas further up the Pages and Isis Rivers.
Gold Rush and Growth
When gold was found nearby, Gundy grew into a service center for miners. An inn and a church were built to help the growing community. By 1881, the village had about 60 people. It also had a school, a post office, and stores.
Gundy Today
Today, the main businesses in Gundy are the Linga Longa Hotel, which is a local pub, and the Gundy General Store. The general store almost closed in 2012 but was saved by new owners. Every year on New Year's Eve, Gundy hosts a fun rodeo event.
Famous People
- Phillip Adams and Patrice Newell are two notable people who have lived in Gundy.
