Waratah West, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Waratah WestNewcastle, New South Wales |
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 Waratah West
Location in Newcastle, Australia
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| Population | 2,988 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 2,130/km2 (5,500/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2298 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 1.4 km2 (0.5 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 8 km (5 mi) WNW of Newcastle | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Newcastle | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Newcastle | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Wallsend | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Newcastle | ||||||||||||||
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Waratah West is a suburb located in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. It is about 8 kilometers (5 miles) west-northwest of Newcastle's main city area. This suburb is part of the City of Newcastle local government area.
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A Glimpse into Waratah West's Past
The very first people to live in the Waratah West area were the Awabakal Aboriginal people. They have a long and rich history connected to this land.
What's Waratah West Like Today?
Waratah West is a friendly place with a community feel. It's a suburb where people live and go to school.
Education in Waratah West
One important part of the community is Waratah West Public School. This is a primary school for both boys and girls. You can find it on Leonora Parade.
Who Lives in Waratah West?
According to the 2016 census, about 2,988 people live in Waratah West. This makes it a medium-sized suburb within Newcastle.
How Waratah West is Governed
Waratah West is part of the City of Newcastle local government area. This means the local council helps manage things like parks, roads, and community services. For state government matters, Waratah West is in the Wallsend area. For national government, it's part of the Newcastle area.
Where is Waratah West Located?
Waratah West is situated in a convenient spot near other suburbs.
- To the northwest, you'll find Callaghan.
- To the north is Warabrook.
- To the northeast, there's Mayfield.
- To the west and southwest, it borders North Lambton.
- To the east and southeast, it's next to Waratah.
- To the south, you'll find Lambton.
Images for kids
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A school in Waratah West in 1955.
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