Waanyarra
Waanyarra is a locality in north central Victoria, Australia. The locality is in the Shire of Loddon, 178 kilometres (111 mi) north west of the state capital, Melbourne.
| Waanyarra Victoria | |
|---|---|
 A sign marking "The Historic Township of Waanyarra" | |
  Waanyarra | |
| Coordinates | 36°50′S 143°50′E |
| Population | 22 (2016 census)[1] |
| Postcode(s) | 3516 |
| Location |
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Loddon |
| State electorate(s) | Ripon |
| Federal Division(s) | Mallee |
Originally an small township existed here which arose due to the discovery of gold. Commencing in the 1860s, the township supported 2 hotels, several stores, a school and a Post Office, which remained open until the 1920s. Nothing now remains other than foundations, an old cemetery and recreation reserve.
At the 2016 census, Waanyarra had a population of 22.[1]
References
- Australian Bureau of Statistics (27 June 2017). "Waanyarra". 2016 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 13 July 2017.
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