Burcher, New South Wales

Burcher is a small rural village situated in central New South Wales, Australia, in Lachlan Shire. As of 2006, Burcher had a population of 185.[1] Its main attractions include Lake Cowal, known for its diverse birdlife; and the Lake Cowal Gold Mine, an open cut mine situated south-east of Burcher.

Burcher
New South Wales
Bena St, the main street of Burcher
Burcher
Coordinates33°31′S 147°15′E
Population185 (2006 census)[1]
Postcode(s)2671
Location
  • 479 km (298 mi) W of Sydney
  • 94 km (58 mi) WSW of Forbes
  • 54 km (34 mi) N of West Wyalong
  • 65 km (40 mi) S of Condobolin
LGA(s)Lachlan Shire
State electorate(s)Barwon
Federal Division(s)Parkes

The community of Burcher has two churches, a public school, a local hotel, and a corner store. Sporting facilities include a nine-hole golf course, a cricket field, and tennis courts. The school has closed and the school property is now in private ownership .

References

  1. Australian Bureau of Statistics (25 October 2007). "Burcher (State Suburb)". 2006 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2009.



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