Population 186 (2011 census) LGA(s) Shire of Gnowangerup Postal code 6338 Federal division Division of O'Connor | Postcode(s) 6338 State electorate(s) Wagin Local time Tuesday 4:05 PM | |
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Location 336 km (209 mi) South East of Perth
90 km (56 mi) North of Albany Weather 26°C, Wind SE at 26 km/h, 49% Humidity | ||
Amelup is a small town in the Great Southern region of Western Australia located on Chester Pass Road. The Amelup service station is located 9 km North of the Stirling Range National Park situated between the Stirling Range and Borden.
Map of Amelup WA 6338, Australia
The area was once a centre of the Sandalwood trade, with cutters working the area in the 1890s. Sandalwood Road is a reminder of the town's past. The town is mostly known for its "CAUTION NUDISTS CROSSING" sign on the main street.
The area was opened for selection in 1928 with over 400 acres being allocated. Most land is now used for cereal cropping and sheep grazing for both wool and meat production.
References
Amelup, Western Australia Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA