Ungarie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids UngarieNew South Wales |
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Wollongough St, the main street of Ungarie
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 Ungarie
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 396 (2021 census) |
| Established | 1872 |
| Postcode(s) | 2669 |
| Elevation | 372 m (1,220 ft) |
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| LGA(s) | Bland Shire Council |
| State electorate(s) | Cootamundra |
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Ungarie is a small town in New South Wales, Australia. It is the second largest town in the Bland Shire, which is a local government area. Ungarie is located in the Central West part of New South Wales.
The town is about 513 kilometres (319 mi) west of Sydney and 615 kilometres (382 mi) north of Melbourne. It sits between the towns of West Wyalong and Lake Cargelligo. Ungarie is 262 metres (860 ft) above sea level. The name "Ungarie" comes from an Indigenous Australian word meaning "thigh".
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Discovering Ungarie: A Look at Its History
Early Explorations and Settlements
In May 1817, John Oxley, an explorer and surveyor, likely passed through the Ungarie area. He was exploring the Lachlan Valley. At first, he thought the land was not good for people to live in.
However, he was proven wrong! The land west of Bathurst soon became open for settlement. Around 1852, John Regan explored the area near what is now West Wyalong. He was looking for more land for farming.
Regan and his group were very impressed by the land. They decided to claim it. A man named Mr. Ward partnered with Regan's friend, Mr. Wood. They named their new property "Merrigreen." It covered a huge area of 42,220 acres (170.9 km2).
Growing the Community: Post Office and Buildings
Around 1871, farmers in the Humbug area asked for a Post Office. The closest one was in Marsden, which was 81 kilometres (50 mi) away. Many people would benefit from a local post office.
Mr. George Tout became the postmaster on January 1, 1872. He even built an apartment next to the post office. This was likely the first building in Ungarie. The post office closed in 1875 due to disagreements about mail service costs.
The town slowly started to grow. An old hotel, partly built around 1883, was owned by Mrs. Kerwin. By 1889, the Mackrell family bought the hotel.
Ungarie Becomes a Village
By 1892, Ungarie had a post office, a hotel, two general stores, a blacksmith, a butcher shop, and a boarding house. Mr. Mackrell helped start a school in 1891.
In November 1891, people asked for Ungarie to be officially named a village. A surveyor suggested a site for the village. After more discussions, the village of Ungarie was surveyed in September 1893. It covered 250 acres (1.0 km2). Ungarie officially became a village on March 31, 1894.
The first police residence was set up in 1896. The current police station was built much later, in 1995. By 1900, a baker shop was added to the town's services.
The Arrival of the Railway
Residents wanted a railway line to Ungarie. A new branch line was approved from West Wyalong to Ungarie and then to Lake Cargelligo. Construction began in 1913.
The railway line opened on November 13, 1917. The new railway station was a little distance from the original village. A new part of the village grew around the station. Later, in 1929, another branch line opened from Ungarie to Naradhan. This helped collect more wheat.
Ungarie Today: What You'll Find
The modern village of Ungarie has many important places. It has a central school for students. There is also a sports ground for Australian rules football and cricket.
You can find a post office, a pub, and a butchery. There is also a fuel station and a mechanic. The town has an AGnVET store for farming needs. For fun, there's a swimming pool. Ungarie also has a retirement home and a Catholic church.
Fun Places to Visit in Ungarie
- The BIG FOOTY: This celebrates the famous Daniher family's contribution to Australian rules football.
- White Elephant Water Tower: A unique landmark in the town.
- Ungarie War Memorial Hall: A place to remember those who served.
- Ungarie Lawn Bowling Club: A spot for a relaxing game of lawn bowls.
- Central Hotel: A historic pub in the town.
Sports in Ungarie
Even though New South Wales is known for rugby league, Australian rules football is very popular in Ungarie. This is partly because of the famous Daniher Family.
- Ungarie Magpies: They play Australian rules football and netball.
- Ungarie Cricket Club: For fans of Cricket.
- Ungarie Tennis Club: Where you can play Tennis.
- Ungarie Bowling Club: For Lawn Bowls.
- Ungarie Swimming Club: For those who love swimming.
Famous People from Ungarie
Many talented people have come from the Ungarie area:
- Anthony Daniher: A former Australian rules footballer.
- Chris Daniher: Also a former Australian rules footballer.
- Neale Daniher: A former Australian rules footballer and coach.
- Terry Daniher: Another former Australian rules footballer.
- Raymond Boultwood Ewers: A famous war sculptor.
- Ben Fixter: A former Australian rules footballer.
- Paul Smith: An actor.
Images for kids
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Ungarie Central Hotel
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Ungarie Town & Country Tavern
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CWA rooms in Ungarie
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Ungarie Anglican church
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Ungarie Lutheran Church
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Ungarie Roman Catholic Church
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Ungarie Community Church
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Ungarie Bing Wallder Park
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Ungarie Football Ground Entry
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Ungarie Squash Courts
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Ungarie War Memorial
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Ungarie War Memorial Hall
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Ungarie War Memorial Hall
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Ungarie Town Entry
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Main Shopping centre
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Main Shopping centre
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Ungarie Hospital
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Main Street
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Main Shopping centre
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Main Shopping centre and Post Office
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Main Shopping centre
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Main Shopping centre
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Police Station
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Nearby Towns
Ungarie is close to several other towns:
- Tullibigeal (39 kilometres (24 mi) away)
- Burcher (46 kilometres (29 mi) away)
- Lake Cargelligo (75 kilometres (47 mi) away)
- Weethalle (57 kilometres (35 mi) away)
- West Wyalong (44 kilometres (27 mi) away)
