Warrawong, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Warrawong Wollongong, New South Wales
Warrawong Location in New South Wales
Population	4,752 (2016 census)
Postcode(s)	2502
Elevation	12 m (39 ft)
Location	90 km (56 mi) S of Sydney 8 km (5 mi) S of Wollongong 25 km (16 mi) N of Kiama
LGA(s)	City of Wollongong
State electorate(s)	Wollongong
Federal Division(s)	Whitlam
Suburbs around Warrawong: Cringila Port Kembla Port Kembla Lake Heights Warrawong Kemblawarra Primbee

Warrawong is a lively suburb located in the beautiful Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia. It's part of the larger city of Wollongong. You can find Warrawong on the northeast side of Lake Illawarra.

This suburb is about 90 kilometers (around 56 miles) south of Sydney, Australia's biggest city. It's also just 8 kilometers (about 5 miles) south of the center of Wollongong.

Warrawong is a busy place with lots to do! It's home to Warrawong Plaza, a big shopping center where you can find many stores. There are also cinemas like Hoyts and Gala, perfect for watching the latest movies.

The Story of Warrawong's Name

The name "Warrawong" comes from an Aboriginal word. People have given it a few different meanings over time. Some say it means "a whiting," which is a type of fish. Others believe it means "side of a hill" or "a windy place on a hill." It could also mean "wind swept" or "windy hills."

Warrawong's Past: From Farms to Suburb

For a long time, Warrawong was mostly farmland. The very first land grants in this area were given out in 1815. But Warrawong didn't start to become the suburb we know today until the 1930s.

Before it was officially called Warrawong, this area had a few other names. People used to call it Steeltown, Kembla Estate, and even New Kembla. Finally, it became known as Warrawong.

Who Lives in Warrawong?

Warrawong is a very diverse place, with people from all over the world living there. In 2016, out of 4,752 people living in Warrawong, about 43.5% were born in other countries.

• Many people in Warrawong speak languages other than English at home. Some of the most common languages include Macedonian, Italian, Portuguese, and Arabic.
• About 5.4% of the people living in Warrawong are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• When it comes to religion, many people in Warrawong are Catholic. Other common religions include Anglican and Eastern Orthodox, and some people have no religion.