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Where did the name Echuca come from?
Echuca. Echuca is situated close to the junction of the Goulburn, Campaspe and Murray Rivers. Echuca is an Aboriginal name meaning “meeting of the waters” and indicates how important rivers have been in the town’s history.
Who discovered Echuca?
Echuca was founded by one of the most enterprising characters of the early colonial days, an ex-convict named Henry Hopwood. In 1850 he bought a small punt, which operated across the Murray river near the Campaspe Junction. Originally known as “Hopwood’s Ferry” the name was changed to Echuca as the town grew.
What is Echuca population?
The population estimate for Echuca as of the 30th June 2021 is 14,472. Since the previous year, the population has grown by 0.41%. Population growth in Regional VIC was 1.02%.
What Aboriginal land is Kyabram?
Kyabram is a welcoming, inclusive and progressive community that embraces modern regional living. We respect and acknowledge the unique Aboriginal cultural heritage of the Bangarang and Yorta Yorta peoples, on whose land Kyabram is situated.
Is Moama an Aboriginal name?
A demand for land at Maiden’s Punt prompted the New South Wales government to lay out a township there, named “Moama”. The name is derived from a local indigenous word meaning “burial ground”. The Moama township was gazetted on 16 December 1851.
Is Moama NSW a good place to live?
“A great place for both retirees and young families” Moama has a Golf Club (36 holes), Bowling Club, RSL Club, Sporties Club with gym; all provide good eating options as well as sporting facilities. Moama also provides very good access to the Murray River, and has a number of wineries in the immediate area.
Can u swim in Murray River?
The Murray River is very deep, even close to the river bank. Do not to swim out of your depth. Sandbars offer the shallowest and safest places to swim. Currents form deep and dangerous holes, some very close to the river bank, particularly at the downstream end of Sandbars.
When was Echuca built?
Founded in 1853, Echuca became the largest inland port in Australia, second only to the Port of Melbourne. Like many bustling and successful towns in its time breweries and brothels boomed.
Who are the traditional owners of Shepparton?
Historically there were eight tribes that occupied what is now known as Greater Shepparton, consisting of the Yorta Yorta, Bangerang, Kalitheban, Wollithiga, Moira, Ulupna, Kwat Kwat, Yalaba Yalaba and Nguaria-iiliam-wurrung clans, all of which spoke the Yorta Yorta language.
Is moama a good investment?
If you are looking for an investment property, consider houses in Moama rent out for $550 PW with an annual rental yield of 4.8% and units rent for $370 PW with a rental yield of 7.4%. Based on five years of sales, Moama has seen a compound growth rate of 28.7% for houses and 21.8% for units.