Mahogany Creek, Western Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mahogany Creek Perth, Western Australia
Mahogany Inne old building facing Great Eastern Highway
Postcode(s)	6072
LGA(s)	Shire of Mundaring
State electorate(s)	Swan Hills
Federal Division(s)	Hasluck
Suburbs around Mahogany Creek: Hovea Parkerville Parkerville Glen Forrest Mahogany Creek Mundaring Glen Forrest Paulls Valley Mundaring

Mahogany Creek is a lovely suburb located near Perth, the capital city of Western Australia. It's part of the Shire of Mundaring, which is a local government area. This area is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and its connection to an old, historic inn.

The Story Behind the Name

Mahogany Creek got its name from a very old building called the Mahogany Inn. This inn was built a long time ago, around 1880. It was located on what was then called the York Road. Today, this road is known as the Great Eastern Highway. The Mahogany Inn is considered a special historical place.

You might wonder where the word "Mahogany" comes from. "Swan River Mahogany" was an old name for a type of tree called Eucalyptus marginata. This tree was one of the first things that the early settlers in the colony exported to Europe.

Steep Roads and History

Mahogany Creek is also known for having one of the steepest parts of the Great Eastern Highway. This section comes after Greenmount Hill. So, if you're driving through, you'll notice a bit of a climb!

The suburb has grown over the years. In 1991, about 763 people lived there. By 1996, the population had increased to 822.

A long time ago, there was a railway station in Mahogany Creek. It was part of the original Eastern Railway line. There used to be several shops close to this railway station. Today, only one of those original shops remains, and it is now an antique shop.

Getting Around

You can get to and from Mahogany Creek using local buses.

Bus Routes

•        Route 320: This bus goes from Midland Station to Mundaring. It travels along the Great Eastern Highway, Brooking Road, Strettle Road, and Homestead Road.
•        Route 328: This bus also starts at Midland Station but goes to Chidlow. It uses the Great Eastern Highway as well.