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Karawara
PerthWestern Australia
Manning Road approaching Waterford Plaza.jpg
Manning Road, Karawara
Established 1973
Postcode(s) 6152
LGA(s) City of South Perth
State electorate(s) South Perth
Federal Division(s) Swan
Suburbs around Karawara:
Como Como Bentley
Manning Karawara Bentley
Manning Waterford Waterford

Karawara is a friendly suburb located in Perth, Western Australia. It is a place where many people live and go to school. In 2016, about 2,061 people called Karawara home.

A Look Back at Karawara's History

Before Karawara became a suburb, it was part of a large area. This area was known as the Collier Pine Plantation, which had many pine trees.

The name "Karawara" comes from an Aboriginal word. It means "green," which is a lovely name for a place with nature around. The area officially became known as Karawara in 1973.

Exploring Karawara's Location

Karawara is located about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) south of the city of Perth. It is surrounded by several interesting places.

To the north, you will find the Collier Park Golf Course. To the east, there is Kent Street and Curtin University. Manning Road forms the southern border. To the west, you can find the Curtin Primary School. This school was once called Koonawarra Primary School.

Getting Around Karawara

Many people in Karawara use buses to travel. Here are some of the main bus routes that serve the suburb:

Bus Routes Serving Karawara

  •        Route 30: This bus travels from Perth Busport to Curtin University Bus Station. It serves Manning Road in Karawara.
  •        Route 34: You can take this bus from Perth Busport to Cannington Station. It travels along Gillon Street, Walanna Drive, and Jackson Road.
  •        Route 100: This route connects Canning Bridge Station to Cannington Station. It serves both Manning Road and Kent Street.
  •        Route 101: This bus goes from Canning Bridge Station to Curtin Central Bus Station. It also serves Manning Road.
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