Wombarra, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids WombarraWollongong, New South Wales |
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View of Wombarra from the Illawarra Escarpment
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 Wombarra
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 872 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2515 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 33 m (108 ft) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Wollongong | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Heathcote | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Cunningham | ||||||||||||||
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Wombarra is a lovely seaside suburb located north of Wollongong in New South Wales, Australia. You can find it on the beautiful south coast. The main road through Wombarra is called Lawrence Hargrave Drive. The name 'Wombarra' comes from the Dharawal language, and it means 'Black Duck'.
In Wombarra, you'll find a few important places. There's a cemetery, a lawn bowling club where people play a fun game, a Catholic church, and a train station to help people travel around.
Who Lives in Wombarra?
Wombarra has been home to some interesting people.
Famous Residents
- Anh Do is a well-known person who has lived in Wombarra. He was born in Vietnam and is famous in Australia as an author, actor, comedian, and painter.
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