Marinna, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Marinna New South Wales
Marinna Location in New South Wales
Postcode(s)	2663
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10)
• Summer (DST)	AEDT (UTC+11)
LGA(s)	Junee Shire
State electorate(s)	Cootamundra
Federal Division(s)	Riverina

Marinna is a small place in Junee Shire, located in southern New South Wales, Australia. It's known for its tall grain silo, which stands proudly next to the Main South railway line. This railway line is a very important path for trains in the area.

For many years, Marinna was home to a busy train station. This station first opened its doors in 1897. It helped people travel and goods move around until it closed in 1975. Marinna also had its own Post Office, which served the community from 1925 until it closed in 1968.

Marinna's Railway History

Marinna's history is closely tied to its railway. The Main South railway line passes right through this area. This line is a major route for trains traveling across New South Wales.

The Old Marinna Station

The railway station in Marinna was a key part of the community for a long time. It allowed people to travel to nearby towns and cities. It also helped farmers send their crops to other places.

The Grain Silo

Today, the most noticeable feature in Marinna is its large grain silo. A silo is a tall building used to store huge amounts of grain, like wheat or barley. Farmers bring their harvested crops here. The silo keeps the grain safe until it can be transported by train to other parts of Australia or even overseas.