Yornaning, Western Australia facts for kids
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Yornaning Dam
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 Yornaning
Location in Western Australia
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| Established | 1907 |
| Postcode(s) | 6311 |
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Cuballing |
| State electorate(s) | Central Wheatbelt |
| Federal Division(s) | O'Connor |
Yornaning is a small town in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. You can find it on the Great Southern Highway, between the towns of Pingelly and Narrogin.
The land around Yornaning is mostly used for farming. Farmers here grow wheat and other cereal crops. The town has a special place called a "receival site" for Cooperative Bulk Handling. This is where farmers bring their harvested grain to be stored and sent to other places.
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A Look at Yornaning's Past
The name Yornaning comes from the local Noongar language. People believe it means "land of many waters." This name was first written down in 1869 during a land survey.
How Yornaning Got Its Name
Before it was called Yornaning, the area had different names like "Yornanmunging" or "Yernanunging." In the late 1890s, a stop on the Great Southern Railway was built here. It was simply called "Water Tank." This was because steam trains needed to stop here to fill up with water.
The name Yornaning was finally chosen in 1905 after a few changes. In 1907, the town itself was officially created next to the railway stop. Workers who maintained the railway were encouraged to live there. This railway stop was very important for trains, as about 30 passenger and freight trains passed through each week.
Community Life and the Dam
The Yornaning Hall, a building made of wood, opened in 1912. A dam had been built in the area before 1912 and had a good amount of water. People even thought about putting fish in it! Sadly, in 1923, a young man named William Johnstone drowned in the dam.
Over time, fewer trains used the railway. This meant the town didn't grow as much anymore. Today, you can still see the wheat silo, the community hall, and a few other buildings.
Yornaning Dam Today
In 1993, the local government, called the Shire of Cuballing, took over the area where the Yornaning Dam is. They made it better for people to visit and enjoy.
Now, there's a walking path about 1.5 kilometers (almost 1 mile) long around the water. It's a great place for a walk! You can also find picnic areas and barbecue facilities there, perfect for a family day out.
