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West Killara is a small area found within the larger suburb of Killara. Killara is a suburb on the Upper North Shore of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. West Killara is about 14 kilometres (about 9 miles) north-west of the main city centre of Sydney. It is part of the Ku-ring-gai Council area, which is like the local government that manages this region.

Where is West Killara?

West Killara has clear boundaries that help you know where it is. To the north and east, it is bordered by a road called Lady Game Drive. To the south-east, you'll find Fiddens Wharf Road. The southern and western edges of West Killara are next to the Lane Cove River and the beautiful Lane Cove National Park. This means it's surrounded by nature on some sides!

What's Nearby?

West Killara itself doesn't have any shops. However, it's very close to a small shopping area. This shopping spot is located in Moore Avenue, in the nearby suburb of Lindfield.

If you need to get around, there's a bus service. This bus can take you directly to Lindfield railway station. From there, you can catch trains to other parts of Sydney.

Schools in West Killara

One important place in West Killara is Beaumont Road Public School. This is a government primary school. It is located on Beaumont Road, making it easy for local children to attend.

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