Moora, Western Australia facts for kids
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Moora, Western Australia.
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| Established | 1895 | ||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 6510 | ||||||||
| Elevation | 203 m (666 ft) | ||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Moora | ||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Moore | ||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Durack | ||||||||
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Moora is a town in Western Australia, about 177 kilometers (110 miles) north of Perth. It's located in the Wheatbelt region, which is known for farming. In 2021, about 1,755 people lived in Moora.
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History of Moora
Moora became an official town in 1895. It was an important stop on the Midland railway line, which connected towns like Moora to Walkaway.
Major Floods in Moora
Moora has experienced some big floods over the years.
The 1932 Flood
In 1932, very heavy rain caused the town to go underwater. More than half of Moora was covered by about 90 centimeters (3 feet) of water. Roads and railway lines were washed away, making the town isolated. After the water went down, a thick layer of mud was left everywhere. Farmers in the area also lost their crops and animals.
The 1999 Floods
In March 1999, a big flood hit Moora again. This happened because of ex-Tropical Cyclone Elaine. The Moore River overflowed its banks, and about 1,000 people had to leave their homes. Just as the town was getting back to normal, another heavy rainstorm in May of the same year caused yet another flood.
Moora's Economy
Moora is the biggest town in the Wheatbelt region between Geraldton and Perth. It's also the third largest overall, after the coastal towns of Dongara and Jurien Bay. Moora offers many important services and facilities. These include banks, schools, shops, and places for fun activities. There are also health services like a pharmacy, dentist, doctors, and a hospital.
Farming and Mining
Around Moora, people grow many different crops. These include wheat, barley, canola, oaten hay, and lupins. Farmers also raise sheep, cattle, and pigs. About 15 kilometers (9 miles) north of town, there is a mine that digs up silica. Moora is also a special place where farmers bring their grain to be collected by Cooperative Bulk Handling.
Education in Moora
Moora has several schools for students of different ages.
- Central Midlands Senior High School
- Moora Primary School
- St Joseph's School (SJSM), which is a Catholic private co-educational primary school.
Fun Things to Do in Moora
Moora hosts several exciting events and has interesting places to visit.
Annual Events
- The Moora Agricultural Show happens every September. It features horse riding events, fireworks, a fashion show, entertainment, and many exhibits.
- The Moora Cup Race Day is a very popular event held every October. It's one of the biggest social gatherings in Moora.
Tourist Attractions
There are many places to explore around the Moora District. You can visit the Western Wildflower Farm to see beautiful flowers. The town also has many hand-painted murals and a unique Moora Town Clock. Because of these attractions, Moora is a popular stop for tourists. Many people visit while traveling to holiday spots or following the wildflower trail.
Moora's Environment
Moora is part of the Moora Important Bird Area. This area is special because it's home to up to 60 breeding pairs of the endangered Carnaby's Black Cockatoo. These birds are very important to protect.
Climate in Moora
Moora has a climate with hot summers and mild winters. Here's a look at the weather details:
| Climate data for Moora | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 45.0 (113.0) |
45.5 (113.9) |
42.3 (108.1) |
39.6 (103.3) |
34.5 (94.1) |
26.4 (79.5) |
24.7 (76.5) |
27.7 (81.9) |
32.8 (91.0) |
37.5 (99.5) |
42.3 (108.1) |
44.0 (111.2) |
45.5 (113.9) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 34.4 (93.9) |
34.1 (93.4) |
31.0 (87.8) |
26.4 (79.5) |
21.9 (71.4) |
18.7 (65.7) |
17.3 (63.1) |
17.9 (64.2) |
20.6 (69.1) |
24.5 (76.1) |
28.5 (83.3) |
32.0 (89.6) |
25.6 (78.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 17.7 (63.9) |
18.1 (64.6) |
16.3 (61.3) |
13.6 (56.5) |
9.9 (49.8) |
8.1 (46.6) |
6.8 (44.2) |
6.7 (44.1) |
7.6 (45.7) |
9.5 (49.1) |
13.0 (55.4) |
15.5 (59.9) |
11.9 (53.4) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 8.6 (47.5) |
9.1 (48.4) |
5.0 (41.0) |
3.2 (37.8) |
0.6 (33.1) |
−1.4 (29.5) |
−1.0 (30.2) |
−1.1 (30.0) |
0.0 (32.0) |
0.0 (32.0) |
3.9 (39.0) |
7.4 (45.3) |
−1.4 (29.5) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 11.0 (0.43) |
14.3 (0.56) |
19.8 (0.78) |
25.4 (1.00) |
60.9 (2.40) |
90.0 (3.54) |
88.6 (3.49) |
63.8 (2.51) |
38.6 (1.52) |
24.9 (0.98) |
12.8 (0.50) |
9.6 (0.38) |
459.1 (18.07) |
| Average precipitation days | 2.2 | 2.4 | 3.2 | 5.8 | 10.3 | 14.3 | 15.6 | 13.5 | 10.3 | 7.4 | 4.1 | 2.4 | 91.5 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 28 | 30 | 34 | 42 | 53 | 63 | 65 | 60 | 53 | 41 | 35 | 30 | 44 |
Famous People from Moora
Paul Harding, a musician from the electronic music group Pendulum, went to Moora Primary School.
Gallery
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St James Anglican church
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Shire council offices and garden
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Visitors centre garden
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Australian Draughthorse Memorial
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Moora post office
