The Junction, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The JunctionNewcastle, New South Wales |
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The Junction School in 1960.
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 The Junction
Location in Newcastle, Australia
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| Population | 1,052 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 3,700/km2 (9,600/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2291 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 0.35 km2 (0.1 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Newcastle | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Hunter | ||||||||||||||
| County | Northumberland | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Newcastle | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Newcastle | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Newcastle | ||||||||||||||
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The Junction is a small area, or suburb, located inside the city of Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia. It's about 2.8 kilometers (1.7 miles) southwest of Newcastle's main city center.
This area used to be part of a bigger suburb called Merewether. That's why some places in The Junction still have 'Merewether' in their names! It officially became its own suburb on May 17, 1991.
In 2016, about 1,000 people lived in The Junction.
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What's in a Name?
The name "The Junction" comes from an old coal railway line. A company called Burwood Coal used to have a railway that ran along what is now Union Street. Another railway line branched off from it, creating a "junction," and went west down what is now Glebe Road. This railway system stopped working in 1954.
Schools in The Junction
The Junction has two schools, both for younger students. They help kids learn and grow.
The Junction Public School
The Junction Public School first opened in 1872. The land for the school was kindly given by Mr. Edward Charles Merewether. In 1989, a big earthquake hit Newcastle. The school was badly damaged, and many parts had to be rebuilt.
St Joseph's Primary School
St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic school located on Farquhar Street. It has been teaching students since 1885.
Fun Activities
Arnold's Swim Centre is a great place for swimming. It's located at 46 Kemp Street. They offer swimming lessons for everyone, from babies learning to splash to advanced swimmers.
