Winthrop, Western Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids WinthropPerth, Western Australia |
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Piney Lakes Reserve
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| Established | 1976 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 6150 | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Melville | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Bateman | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Tangney | ||||||||||||||
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Winthrop is a suburb located south of Perth, the capital city of Western Australia. It is part of the City of Melville area.
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Discovering Winthrop's Past
Winthrop was once a large tree plantation filled with pine trees. This land was owned by the University of Western Australia. The first pieces of land, called blocks, were sold in the early 1980s.
After the first families moved in, more blocks were sold over time. A small shop, known as a convenience store, opened soon after. This store grew to include a post office, an IGA supermarket, and a flower shop. Later, Winthrop Primary School and the Winthrop Village Shopping Centre also opened.
People really wanted to live in Winthrop. Some even slept near the sales office for up to a week. They did this just to make sure they could buy a block of land!
How Winthrop Got Its Name
The name Winthrop comes from Sir John Winthrop Hackett. He was the very first Chancellor of the University of Western Australia. Today, there are not many signs left of Winthrop's past as a pine tree plantation. You might only see a few scattered pine trees remaining.
Getting Around Winthrop
Winthrop is easy to reach because it is surrounded by several main roads. These roads help people travel to and from the suburb.
Major Roads in Winthrop
Winthrop has four main roads around its edges. Leach Highway is to the north, Murdoch Drive is to the east, and North Lake Road is to the west. Somerville Boulevard is to the south, connecting North Lake Road and Murdoch Drive.
Inside Winthrop, two important local roads are Winthrop Drive and Jackson Avenue. Winthrop Drive divides the suburb into eastern and western parts. Jackson Avenue passes by both Winthrop Primary School and the Winthrop Village Shopping Centre. The Winthrop Village Shopping Centre was once called Western Australia's 'Best Value Supermarket' by a TV show called Today Tonight.
Bus Services in Winthrop
Many bus routes serve Winthrop, connecting it to other areas. These buses make it simple for residents to travel without a car.
- The 115 bus goes from Elizabeth Quay Bus Station to Hamilton Hill Memorial Hall. It uses Leach Highway, Winthrop Drive, Jackson Avenue, and Somerville Boulevard.
- The 160 bus travels from WACA Ground to Fremantle Station. It uses North Lake Road.
- The 502 bus runs from Bull Creek Station to Fremantle Station. It uses Leach Highway.
- The 503 bus goes from Bull Creek Station to Murdoch Station. It uses Leach Highway, Winthrop Drive, and Somerville Boulevard.
- The 504 bus travels from Bull Creek Station to Murdoch Station. It uses Leach Highway, Winthrop Drive, Jackson Avenue, and Somerville Boulevard.
- The 505 bus runs from Bull Creek Station to Murdoch Station. It uses Murdoch Drive.
- The 510 bus goes from Murdoch Station to Booragoon Bus Station. It uses Murdoch Drive and Leach Highway.
- The 511 bus travels from Murdoch Station to Fremantle Station. It uses Somerville Boulevard.
- The 915 bus is a frequent service from Bull Creek Station to Fremantle Station. It uses Leach Highway.
Train Connections
The closest train stations to Winthrop are Bull Creek and Murdoch. Both are about 1.2 kilometers east of the suburb. Fremantle Train Station is a bit further away, about 9 kilometers to the west.
Learning and Education
Winthrop and its nearby areas offer many schools and colleges for students of all ages.
Primary Schools
Children in Winthrop can attend Winthrop Primary School. Other primary schools nearby include Booragoon Primary School, Caralee Community School, Kardinya Primary School, and Yidarra Primary School.
Secondary Schools
For older students, there are several secondary schools close by. These include Applecross Senior High School, Corpus Christi College, Melville Senior High School, Murdoch College, and Kennedy Baptist College. Kennedy Baptist College was formed in 2013 when Winthrop Baptist College and Somerville Baptist College merged.
Higher Education Options
After high school, students can attend nearby tertiary institutions. These include Murdoch University, Murdoch Institute of Technology, and Challenger TAFE.
Winthrop's Natural Beauty
Winthrop is known for its many parks and green spaces. These areas offer places for relaxation and enjoying nature.
Parks and Pine Trees
The central part of Winthrop has a large area called Winthrop Park. This park is surrounded by pine trees. Only a few areas of the original pine plantation are left today. The biggest remaining section is located near Winthrop Park.
Piney Lakes Reserve
In the north-east of Winthrop, you will find the Piney Lakes Reserve. This reserve has several walking trails and a guided footpath. The Piney Lakes conservation centre welcomes school groups. Its goal is to protect the natural plants and animals in the area.
Wildlife in Piney Lakes
The Piney Lakes Nature Reserve is home to many native birds. You might spot willie wagtails, warblers, and cockatoos. Southern brown bandicoots, which are small marsupials, also live in the reserve. There is also a natural wetlands area open to the public. It is home to many native plants and animals.
Images for kids
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Winthrop Village Shopping Centre
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A covered bus stop in Winthrop. This is located outside of Winthrop primary school. It is a timed stop for the 504 and 940 routes.
