Hanwood, New South Wales

Hanwood is a town in the central Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is located 5 kilometres south of Griffith, New South Wales and is in the City of Griffith local government area. At the 2011 census, Hanwood had a population of 1,490.[1]

Hanwood
New South Wales
Post office
Hanwood
Coordinates34°20′0″S 146°02′0″E
Population1,490 (2011 census)[1]
Postcode(s)2680
Location5 km (3 mi) from Griffith
LGA(s)City of Griffith
CountyCooper
State electorate(s)Murray
Federal Division(s)Riverina

Hanwood Post Office opened on 1 January 1921.[2]

Hanwood is known for its wineries, in particular the McWilliam's winery established in 1913. In 1973 the Big Wine Barrel was completed, forming the cellar door tasting rooms. They have a wide array of wines, bottles and memorabilia displayed in the 17m long museum.[3]

References

  1. Australian Bureau of Statistics (31 October 2012). "Hanwood (State Suburb)". 2011 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 30 March 2015.
  2. Premier Postal History, Post Office List, retrieved 11 June 2009
  3. McWilliam's Wines Archived 16 January 2007 at the Wayback Machine - Official website - Our Vineyards. Retrieved 18 January 2007.
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