West End, Western Australia facts for kids
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 West End
Location in Western Australia
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| Postcode(s) | 6530 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | [convert: needs a number] | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 4 km (2 mi) W of Geraldton | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Greater Geraldton | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Geraldton | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Durack | ||||||||||||||
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West End is a suburb located in the western part of Geraldton, a city in Western Australia. It is managed by the City of Greater Geraldton, which is its local government area. West End officially became a suburb in 1972. This means its boundaries and name were formally recorded by the government.
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Where is West End Located?
West End sits on a piece of land that sticks out into the ocean. This land is called a peninsula. It points west from Geraldton's main city area, also known as the central business district.
What Can You Find in West End?
Most of West End is used for industries. It has many important buildings for the Port of Geraldton. This port helps ships move goods in and out of the area. Even though it's mostly industrial, West End also has a small area where people live. There is also a nature park along the coast of the peninsula, which is a great place to explore.
Who Lives in West End?
In 2006, a survey counted the people living in West End. There were 312 residents at that time. The average age of people living here was 55 years old. This was about 20 years older than the average age for the wider Geraldton region. Interestingly, almost half of the people in West End lived in caravans or other types of temporary homes.
Fun Places and Facilities
West End has several interesting spots and important facilities. These places are enjoyed by both residents and visitors.
- Belair Gardens Caravan Park: A place where people can stay in caravans.
- Point Moore: A coastal area known for its views.
- Point Moore Lighthouse: A tall structure that guides ships safely.
- Pages Beach: A popular spot for relaxing by the ocean.
- Greys Beach: Another lovely beach area.
- Geraldton Volunteer Marine Rescue Base: A vital station that helps people who are in trouble on the water.
