Walhallow, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids WalhallowNew South Wales |
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 Walhallow
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 179 (with Caroona; 2006) |
| Postcode(s) | 2343 |
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| LGA(s) | Gunnedah Shire |
| State electorate(s) | Tamworth |
| Federal Division(s) | Parkes |
Walhallow is a small village in the North West Slopes area of New South Wales, Australia. It is located near the Mooki River. Walhallow is in the south-east part of the Gunnedah Shire local government area.
The village is about 370 kilometers (230 miles) north-west of Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales. It is also 34 kilometers (21 miles) west of Quirindi, the closest larger town. In 2006, Walhallow and its nearby village, Caroona, had a combined population of 179 people.
Walhallow's History
Walhallow was once a special area set aside for Aboriginal people. It was known as the "Caroona mission." In 1895, this land was officially recognized after a request to the Aboriginal Protection Board.
The first area was about 150 acres (61 hectares). By 1899, it grew to 230 acres (93 hectares). In 1962, the special status of the reserve was removed. However, the people living there were allowed to stay.
Later, in 1973, the land was given to the Aboriginal Lands Trust. This happened under a law called the Aboriginal Act (NSW) 1973. This change meant the land was officially returned to Aboriginal control.
Life in Walhallow
Walhallow village has 42 houses. These homes are built with brick and tile. They replaced older timber and fibro houses that were built in the 1940s.
Two groups manage these houses. The Walhallow Local Aboriginal Land Council looks after 23 homes. The Walhallow Aboriginal Corporation manages the rest.
The village also has a community hall where people gather. There is a church and a primary health clinic for medical care. The old health clinic building is now used for the Community Development Employment Project (CDEP) offices.
Walhallow Public School is special. It is one of only five schools in New South Wales where all the students are Aboriginal.
Village Improvements
By 1998, Walhallow had many improvements. It received money from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission (which no longer exists). This funding helped to build houses, maintain roads, and improve water and sewerage systems.
In 1997, Walhallow was chosen as a finalist in the "small towns" category of the Tidy Towns competition. This award recognizes towns that are well-kept and cared for.
See also
In Spanish: Walhallow para niños
