kids encyclopedia robot

Tullakool, New South Wales facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Tullakool
New South Wales
TullakoolHall.JPG
Community Hall
Tullakool is located in New South Wales
Tullakool
Tullakool
Location in New South Wales
Population 68 (2021 census)
Postcode(s) 2732
Location
  • 818 km (508 mi) from Sydney
  • 293 km (182 mi) from Albury
  • 63 km (39 mi) from Swan Hill (VIC)
  • 27 km (17 mi) from Wakool
  • 23 km (14 mi) from Burraboi
LGA(s) Murray River Council
County Wakool
Parish Beremegad
State electorate(s) Murray-Darling
Federal Division(s) Farrer

Tullakool is a small village located in the south-west part of the Riverina region in New South Wales, Australia. It's a quiet place, about 23 kilometres east of Burraboi and 27 kilometres west of Wakool. In 2021, only 68 people lived in Tullakool. This village is special because it was where the very first commercial rice crop in the Murray Valley was grown!

Discovering Tullakool

TullakoolMemorial
Memorial at Tullakool

Tullakool is a tiny community that sits in a beautiful part of Australia. It's known for its peaceful atmosphere and its connection to the land. Even though it's small, it has played an important role in the farming history of the region.

A Look at Tullakool's Past

Tullakool has an interesting history, especially after World War II. In 1948, the land around Tullakool was divided into special areas called "soldier settlements." These settlements were created to help soldiers who had returned from the war. They were given land to start farms and build new lives.

Farming Firsts

One of the most exciting things about Tullakool's past is its link to rice farming. It was here that the first commercial rice crop in the entire Murray Valley was successfully grown. This was a big deal because it showed that rice could be a major crop in this part of Australia. It helped shape the farming future of the region.

Life in Tullakool Today

Today, Tullakool remains a small and close-knit community. The people who live there enjoy the quiet rural lifestyle. It's a place where everyone knows each other, and community spirit is strong.

Community Hall

The

TullakoolHall
Community Hall

is an important meeting place for the people of Tullakool. It's where events, gatherings, and celebrations happen. Community halls like this are the heart of many small Australian towns, bringing people together.

kids search engine
Tullakool, New South Wales Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.