Mardi, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mardi Central Coast, New South Wales
Mardi Location in New South Wales
Population	3,684 (2016 census)
• Density	1,053/km2 (2,730/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	2259
Elevation	9 m (30 ft)
Area	3.5 km2 (1.4 sq mi)
Location	77 km (48 mi) SSW of Newcastle 3 km (2 mi) SW of Wyong 20 km (12 mi) N of Gosford 90 km (56 mi) N of Sydney 16 km (10 mi) WNW of The Entrance
LGA(s)	Central Coast Council
Parish	Tuggerah
State electorate(s)	Wyong
Federal Division(s)	Dobell
Suburbs around Mardi: Wyong Creek Alison Wyong Ourimbah Mardi Tuggerah Kangy Angy Tuggerah Tuggerah

Mardi is a suburb located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It's part of the local government area known as the Central Coast Council. This means it's managed by the local council, which helps with things like roads and parks.

What's in a Name?

The name 'Mardi' has a special meaning. It comes from an Aboriginal word that means 'stone knife'. This tells us about the history of the land and the people who lived there long ago.

Where is Mardi?

Mardi is a small suburb, covering an area of about 3.5 square kilometres. It's located close to some bigger towns and cities.

Nearby Places

• Wyong: Mardi is only about 3 kilometres southwest of Wyong. Wyong is a larger town with more shops and services.
• Gosford: It's about 20 kilometres north of Gosford, which is one of the main cities on the Central Coast.
• Newcastle: If you travel about 77 kilometres south-southwest, you'll reach the city of Newcastle.
• Sydney: The big city of Sydney is about 90 kilometres south of Mardi.

Who Lives in Mardi?

According to the 2016 census, Mardi had a population of 3,684 people. This makes it a smaller, quieter place to live compared to big cities. The suburb is located at an elevation of 9 metres above sea level.