Lennonville, Western Australia
Lennonville is a derelict town in Western Australia near the town of Mount Magnet, established in 1898.[1]
| Lennonville Western Australia | |
|---|---|
  Lennonville | |
| Coordinates | 27°58′00″S 117°50′00″E |
| Population | 0 (abandoned) |
| Established | 1896 |
| Location |
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Mount Magnet |
| State electorate(s) | North West |
| Federal Division(s) | Durack |
Lennonville was gazetted in 1896, after gold having been found two years earlier at the location by prospectors Lennon and Palmer.[1]
At the peak of its existence, at the turn of the 20th century, the town had a population of 3,000 and five hotels, outperforming nearby Mount Magnet and Boogardie. By 1909, however, the town was already in decline and, after a huge fire swept through the main street of the town, a general exodus begun. Today, the most predominant reminder of the towns former glory is the railway platform.[2]
References
- Western Australian Land Information Authority. "History of country town names – L". Retrieved 26 January 2010.
- "Tourism - Lennonville". Shire of Mount Magnet. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
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