Katanning
Katanning is a town in Western Australia. It is in the Great Southern region. It is known for its history, diverse culture, and agriculture.
As of 2021, the population was 4,057. As of 2016, Katanning had a population of 3,687.[1]
| Katanning Western Australia | |||||||||
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Austral Terrace, Katanning, 2018 | |||||||||
Katanning Location in Western Australia | |||||||||
| Coordinates | 33°41′27″S 117°33′19″E / 33.69083°S 117.55528°E | ||||||||
| Population | 4,057 (as of 2021) | ||||||||
| Established | 1898 | ||||||||
| Elevation | 311 m (1,020 ft) | ||||||||
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Geography
Katanning is about 277 kilometers (172 miles) south-east of Perth, the capital city of Western Australia. It is on the Great Southern Highway. It is a centre for farming in the surrounding area.
Demographics
In 2021, about 4,057 people lived in Katanning. Katanning has a diverse population, including people from Indigenous Australian backgrounds, as well as communities from the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Malay, Afghan, and Chinese backgrounds. This makes it a multicultural town.
History
The name "Katanning" comes from an Aboriginal word, possibly meaning "meeting place" or "clear pool of sweet water". European explorers first visited the area in 1835. The town started to grow in 1889 when a railway line was built.
The town was officially made a townsite in 1898. Katanning became an important centre for farming, especially wheat and sheep.
Tourism
Places to go there are:
- All Ages Adventure Playground: A large and fun playground for families.
- Premier Mill Hotel: A historic flour mill that has been turned into a hotel and café.
- Katanning Sheep Saleyards: One of the largest undercover sheep saleyards in the Southern Hemisphere.
- Street Art: The town has many murals and sculptures.
- Kobeelya House: A historic building that was once a school and is now a conference centre.
- The Piesse Winery Water Tower: A unique castle-like structure.
- Multicultural Festival: An event that celebrates the town's diverse cultures with food, music, and dance.
Economy
Katanning's economy is based on agriculture, including sheep farming and wheat growing. It also has a large meat-processing abattoir, which has attracted workers from diverse cultural backgrounds. The town is a regional service centre.
Climate
Katanning has a Mediterranean climate, with warm summers and mild winters.
- ↑ Australian Bureau of Statistics (27 June 2017). "Katanning (State Suburb)". 2016 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 5 April 2018.