Population 281 (2006 census) Postcode(s) 6359 Elevation 305 m Postal code 6359 | Established 1932 Founded 1932 Local time Saturday 12:21 AM | |
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Weather 18°C, Wind W at 14 km/h, 64% Humidity Points of interest Wave Rock, Hippo's Yawn, Wave Rock Wildlife Park, Holland Track | ||
The town of Hyden is located 292 km east-southeast of Perth, Western Australia in the Shire of Kondinin. Hyden is home to Wave Rock and Mulka's Cave, both popular local tourist attractions.
Map of Hyden WA 6359, Australia
The land in the surrounding area was opened up for agriculture in the 1920s. A railway was built between Kondinin and Hyden Rock in 1930. The townsite was gazetted in 1932 following demand for land around the railway terminus.
The first wheat crop was harvested in Hyden in 1927. The town's economy continues to rely on agriculture but mostly in the form of cattle and sheep production that has a current value of approximately $35 million. The town also benefits from mining and tourism.
The surrounding areas produce wheat and other cereal crops. The town is a grain receival site for Cooperative Bulk Handling.