Jerdacuttup, Western Australia facts for kids
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 Jerdacuttup
Location in Western Australia
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| Established | 1966 |
| Postcode(s) | 6346 |
| Elevation | 139 m (456 ft) |
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Ravensthorpe |
| State electorate(s) | Roe |
| Federal Division(s) | O'Connor |
Jerdacuttup is a small town located in Western Australia. It is about 584 kilometers (363 miles) east-south-east of Perth. You can find it between the towns of Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun. In 2006, only six people lived in Jerdacuttup.
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Jerdacuttup's History
The name Jerdacuttup comes from an Aboriginal word. Its exact meaning is not known today.
Early Explorers
In 1870, an explorer named John Forrest traveled through this area. He wrote the name as Jerdicutup. A few years later, in 1875, C Price surveyed the land. He recorded the area's name as Jerdicat and Verdicat.
Town Development
During the 1960s, the south-east part of Western Australia began to be used for farming. Jerdacuttup was created as a place to support the farmers in this new agricultural region. The government officially recognized the town in 1966.
Farming in Jerdacuttup
The main types of farming in the Jerdacuttup area are raising sheep and growing cereal crops like wheat or barley. Farmers also raise cattle and grow lupins, but to a smaller extent.
In the past, Jerdacuttup was a collection point for grain. This means farmers would bring their harvested grain to a special site here. However, the town is no longer a receival site for Cooperative Bulk Handling.
The Jerdacuttup River
The Jerdacuttup River is located about 16 kilometers (10 miles) to the west of the town.
Jerdacuttup in Pop Culture
The Australian band The Triffids mentioned the town in their song "Jerdacuttup Man." This song is from their album called Calenture.
