Burcher, New South Wales

Burcher
New South Wales
Bena St, the main street of Burcher
Burcher
Coordinates 33°31′S 147°15′E / 33.517°S 147.250°E / -33.517; 147.250Coordinates: 33°31′S 147°15′E / 33.517°S 147.250°E / -33.517; 147.250
Population 185 (2006 census)[1]
Postcode(s) 2671
Location
LGA(s) Lachlan Shire
State electorate(s) Barwon
Federal Division(s) Parkes

Burcher is a small rural village situated in central New South Wales, Australia, in Lachlan Shire. As of 2006, Burcher had a population of 185.[1] Its main attractions include Lake Cowal, known for its diverse birdlife; and the Lake Cowal Gold Mine, an open cut mine situated south-east of Burcher.

The community of Burcher has two churches, a public school, a local hotel, and a corner store. Sporting facilities include a nine-hole golf course, a cricket field, and tennis courts. The school has closed and the school property is now in private ownership .

References

  1. 1 2 Australian Bureau of Statistics (25 October 2007). "Burcher (State Suburb)". 2006 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2009.


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