Town of Tennant Creek
The Town of Tennant Creek was a Local Government Area of the Northern Territory. The town council covered an area of 42.2 km² and had a population of about 4,873.
| Town of Tennant Creek Northern Territory | |
|---|---|
  Town of Tennant Creek | |
| Coordinates | 19°38′48″S 134°11′27″E |
| Population | 4,873 (2006)[1] |
| • Density | 115.47/km2 (299.1/sq mi) |
| Established | 1978 |
| Abolished | 2008 |
| Area | 42.2 km2 (16.3 sq mi) |
| Region | Barkly Tableland |
| Federal Division(s) | Lingiari |
| Website | Town of Tennant Creek |
The Tennant Creek Town Council consisted of the Mayor and three aldermen. It was not divided into wards.
History
The Town of Tennant Creek was established in 1978, and its first elected council commenced in May 1978.
On 1 July 2008, the Town ceased to exist, and its area was merged into the Barkly Shire (now Region).
See also
References
- Australian Bureau of Statistics (31 March 2008). "Regional Population Growth". Retrieved 15 June 2008.
External links
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