Geraldton
Geraldton (Wajarri: Jambinu, Wilunyu: Jambinbirri) is a coastal city in the Mid West region of Western Australia, 424 kilometres (263 mi) north of the state capital, Perth.
| Geraldton Jambinu / Jambinbirri Western Australia | |||||||||
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Marine Terrace in Geraldton Geraldton Marina | |||||||||
Geraldton | |||||||||
| Coordinates | 28°46′28″S 114°36′32″E | ||||||||
| Population | 38,595 (2021 census) (41st) | ||||||||
| • Density | 142.575/km2 (369.27/sq mi) | ||||||||
| Established | 1850 | ||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 6530, 6531, 6532 | ||||||||
| Area | 270.7 km2 (104.5 sq mi) (2011 urban) | ||||||||
| Time zone | AWST (UTC+8) | ||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Greater Geraldton | ||||||||
| Region | Mid West | ||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Geraldton | ||||||||
| Federal division(s) | Durack | ||||||||
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As of the 2021 census, Geraldton had an urban population of 38,595. Geraldton is the seat of government for the City of Greater Geraldton, which also incorporates the town of Mullewa, Walkaway and large rural areas previously forming the shires of Greenough and Mullewa.
The Port of Geraldton is a major west coast seaport. Geraldton is an important service and logistics centre for regional mining, fishing, wheat, sheep and tourism industries.
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