Wallendbeen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids WallendbeenNew South Wales |
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Streetscape at Wallendbeen
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 Wallendbeen
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 260 (2016 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 2588 |
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| LGA(s) | Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council |
| State electorate(s) | Cootamundra |
| Federal Division(s) | Hume |
Wallendbeen is a small town in the southern part of New South Wales, Australia. It is managed by the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council. In 2011, Wallendbeen and the areas around it had about 305 people living there. The town's name comes from an Aboriginal word that means "stony hill."
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About Wallendbeen
Wallendbeen is located where two important roads meet: the Olympic Highway and the Burley Griffin Way. It is also on the main railway line that connects Sydney and Melbourne. This railway line reached Wallendbeen in 1877, which was a big deal for the town.
What Wallendbeen is Known For
Growing wheat is a very important business in the Wallendbeen area. The town also has a great sports oval. A cricket club has been playing there since 1887! The Wallendbeen Post Office opened a long time ago, on July 1, 1885.
Every year, Wallendbeen hosts the Baldry Shield. This is a fun sports event for small primary schools from the area. It's a chance for kids to compete and have fun together.
Wallendbeen's Past Government
For a period from 1895 to 1935, Wallendbeen had its own local government. This meant it had its own council and a mayor who made decisions for the town. Later, it became part of bigger local areas called Jindalee Shire and Demondrille Shire.
Today, Wallendbeen is becoming what's called a "dormitory suburb" for Cootamundra. This means that many people who live in Wallendbeen travel to Cootamundra for work or school.
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Wallendbeen information sign (2016)
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Mackay Park, Wallendbeen
