Narromine, New South Wales
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| Narromine New South Wales |
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| Population: | 3,548[1] |
| Postcode: | 2821 |
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| LGA: | Narromine Shire Council |
| State District: | Dubbo |
| Federal Division: | Parkes |
Narromine is a town located about 40 kilometres west of Dubbo in the Orana region of New South Wales, Australia. It is the centre of the Narromine Shire. At the 2001 census, Narromine had a population of 3,548.[1]
The town was established after the arrival of the Main West railway line in 1883, the railway platforms being the first structures in the town.[2]
The area is a popular area for gliding and the growing of citrus fruits. The Macquarie River passes through the town. The main road from Dubbo to the west also passes through, this being the Mitchell Highway named after the early explorer Sir Thomas Mitchell. The area is characterised by hot summers and mild winters.
[edit] Personalities
The town of Narromine has produced several success stories, most recently sports personalities Glenn McGrath (Australian cricket team: Fast bowler ), Melinda Gainsford-Taylor (Sprinter: Commonwealth games medalist), Disney animator Adam Phillips and Justin Smith (rugby league: North Queensland Cowboys). Other notable sportsmen to represent Australia at the International level include David Gillespie (Australian Rugby League) and David Jahnsen (International Gliding Championships)
[edit] References
- ^ a b Australian Bureau of Statistics (9 March 2006). Narromine (Urban Centre/Locality). 2001 Census QuickStats. Retrieved on 2007-06-30.
- ^ McKillop, B. Developing the Inland: The Great Western Railway to Bourke. Bulletin, ARHS. Vol 53, no 779. September 2002.
[edit] External links
- Narromine Online - Community website
- Narromine Shire Council - Official Council website
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