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Trigg
PerthWestern Australia
Mettams new year sunset.jpg
Sunset over Mettam's Pool, 2006
Established 1940s
Postcode(s) 6029
Area 2.4 km2 (0.9 sq mi)
Location 14 km (9 mi) from Perth
LGA(s) City of Stirling
State electorate(s) Carine, Scarborough
Federal Division(s)
Suburbs around Trigg:
North Beach Carine
Indian Ocean Trigg Karrinyup
Scarborough Doubleview

Trigg is a cool suburb located in Perth, Western Australia. It's part of the City of Stirling, which is like its local council. Just off the coast of Trigg, you'll find a tiny place called Trigg Island.

Discover Trigg's Beaches and Nature

Trigg Beach is super popular for surfing and bodyboarding. Many people also come here to swim. In summer, the sand moves around, making a long, continuous wave perfect for riding all the way to Trigg Beach!

Explore Mettam's Pool

If you love to snorkel, head to Mettam's Pool. It's a special beach north of the main surf area. It's a great spot to see underwater life.

Trigg Nature Reserve

Right across from Trigg Beach is the Trigg nature reserve. It's a peaceful spot and a common meeting place for local surfers. They often use it as a lookout to check out the waves.

Fun at Clarko Reserve

Near Trigg Island, you'll find Clarko Reserve. This park is one of the most popular in the City of Stirling. It has playgrounds that are protected from the sun and sea breeze. Clarko Reserve was created after old beach shacks were taken down. The owners were given new land in Trigg.

Trigg's History: How It Got Its Name

The suburb and the island are named after a person called "Henry Trigg." He was in charge of public works for the Swan River Colony back in 1842. People first started owning land in Trigg in 1877. But Trigg didn't really start to grow until the late 1940s. Many of the streets in Trigg are named after people who used to live there, important pioneers, or local personalities.

Getting Around Trigg: Bus Routes

You can easily get around Trigg and to nearby places using the bus. Here are some of the main bus routes:

  •        Route 423: This bus goes from Stirling Station to Warwick Station. It travels along Karrinyup Road, Arnott Street, Bennion Street, and Kitchener Street.
  •        Route 424: This bus connects Stirling Station to Karrinyup Bus Station. It uses Charles Riley Road.

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