Jane Brook, Western Australia

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Jane Brook
Perth,  Western Australia
Jane Brook, Western Australia
Coordinates 31°51′36″S116°03′40″E / 31.86°S 116.061°E / -31.86; 116.061 Coordinates: 31°51′36″S116°03′40″E / 31.86°S 116.061°E / -31.86; 116.061
Population3,488 (2016 census) [1]
Postcode(s) 6056
LGA(s) City of Swan
State electorate(s) Midland
Federal division(s) Hasluck
Suburbs around Jane Brook:
Middle Swan Herne Hill and Red Hill Herne Hill
Middle Swan Jane Brook Hovea
Stratton Swan View Hovea

Jane Brook is the name of a watercourse and the valley that passes through the Darling Scarp, [2] and which was utilised for the Eastern Railway and subsequently a central part of the John Forrest National Park.

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Suburb

It is also the name of the middle class suburb, situated approximately 25 kilometres (16 mi) east of the capital city Perth, Western Australia. It is a suburb within the City of Swan. [3]

Local attractions

There are a number of fine wineries located near Jane Brook, producing premium hand-crafted wines. Most have restaurants serving lunch and dinner. The nearest major shopping precinct is located in Midland, approximately 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) to the west.

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References

  1. Australian Bureau of Statistics (27 June 2017). "Jane Brook (State Suburb)". 2016 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 19 April 2018. OOjs UI icon edit-ltr-progressive.svg
  2. "Jane Brook" (PDF). Department of Water and Environmental Regulation. Department of Water and Environmental Regulation and Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, Government of Western Australia. April 2019. ISSN   2209-6779 . Retrieved 21 May 2022.
  3. "Jane Brook". City of Swan. 2022. Retrieved 21 May 2022.