Warilla, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids WarillaCity of Shellharbour, New South Wales |
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 Warilla
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 6,449 (2016) | ||||||||||||||
| Established | 1951 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2528 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Shellharbour | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Illawarra | ||||||||||||||
| County | Camden | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Terragong | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Shellharbour | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Whitlam | ||||||||||||||
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Warilla is a lovely seaside suburb located in the City of Shellharbour, Australia. It is part of the larger Wollongong area. This established town sits between Mount Warrigal to the west, Barrack Heights and Barrack Point to the south, and Lake Illawarra to the north.
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Warilla's Story: A Coastal Town's History
Warilla became an official town in 1951. Many of its homes were built in the 1950s and 1960s. It is mostly a place where people live.
Shopping and Business in Warilla
The main shopping area in Warilla is on George Street. You can also find shops on Lake Entrance Road and Shellharbour Road. The Warilla Grove Shopping Centre is located there too. There is a small area for light industries about 1 kilometer south at Sunset Avenue.
Council Chambers and Community
From 1969 to 1991, Warilla was home to the Shellharbour City Council offices. These offices later moved to the nearby Shellharbour City Centre. The old building is still used for council meetings and other businesses.
Schools in Warilla
Warilla has two high schools: Lake Illawarra High School and Warilla High School. It also has two public primary schools: Warilla North Public School and Warilla Public School.
Sports in Warilla
Warilla is a great place for sports! Many local teams play here.
Rugby League: The Warilla-Lake South Gorillas
The local rugby league team is called the Warilla-Lake South Gorillas. They play their games at Cec Glenholmes Oval in Lake Illawarra. They are part of the South Coast Group 7 Rugby League competition.
Cricket: Warilla Sports Cricket Club
The Warilla Sports Cricket Club plays at Oakley Park. They compete in the South Coast District cricket competition.
Famous People from Warilla
- Alexander Volkanovski: He is a famous mixed martial artist. He is currently the UFC Featherweight Champion.
