Belka, Western Australia
Belka is a small town located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia between the towns of Bruce Rock and Merredin.
| Belka Western Australia | |
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Belka | |
| Coordinates | 31.73°S 118.167°E |
| Established | 1914 |
| Location |
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Bruce Rock |
| State electorate(s) | Central Wheatbelt |
| Federal division(s) | O'Connor |
The town originated as a station along the railway line for both passengers and heavy goods, and was gazetted in 1914. The word is Aboriginal in origin and is thought to mean ankle. A town hall was built in 1915 and a dam was also completed in the same year.
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