Muradup, Western Australia facts for kids
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 Muradup
Location in Western Australia
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| Established | 1907 |
| Postcode(s) | 6394 |
| Elevation | 261 m (856 ft) |
| Area | [convert: needs a number] |
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Kojonup |
| State electorate(s) | Roe |
| Federal Division(s) | O'Connor |
Muradup is a small town in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. It is located between the towns of Kojonup and Boyup Brook. The town is built along the Balgarup River.
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Discovering Muradup
Muradup is a quiet place with a rich history. It is part of the Shire of Kojonup, a local government area. The town is about 266 kilometres (165 miles) south-east of Perth, the capital city of Western Australia.
A Look Back in Time
People started settling in the Muradup area in the 1850s. However, it took some time before a proper town was planned.
How the Town Began
In 1899, land was officially set aside for a townsite. The local council, the Shire of Kojonup, asked for the land to be measured out in 1905. This measuring was done in 1906. Finally, in 1907, the town was officially announced by the government. When a town is "gazetted," it means its creation is formally published in a government newspaper. The town was first named Muradupp.
More land was made available for people to settle and farm in 1909. This helped the area grow even more.
The Railway Connection
Muradup once had a railway siding. This was a short track next to a main railway line, used for loading or unloading goods and passengers. It was part of the Donnybrook–Katanning railway line.
Building a School
In 1913, the local community group, called the progress association, asked for a school to be built. A piece of land had already been put aside for a school in the town.
A Name Change
The government department in charge of land decided to change the town's name. They changed it from Muradupp to Muradup. They felt the extra "p" at the end was not needed.
Land for Soldiers
After 1918, land was given to soldiers who had returned from war. This was a way to help them settle back into civilian life. One of the first soldiers to receive land was O. Fitzpatrick. He was given 1,160 acres of land.
Where Does the Name Come From?
The town of Muradup was named after a nearby waterhole called Mooradupp pool. This pool was first recorded in 1846 when the area was surveyed. The name "Muradup" comes from the Aboriginal language. However, the exact meaning of the name is not known today.
