Windsor, New South Wales

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/windsor-new-south-wales

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How many people live in Windsor, New South Wales?Approximately 20,000 residents within the Windsor urban area
2. What is the capital of Windsor, New South Wales?Windsor serves as the administrative center for the Hawkesbury LGA
3. What language do people speak in Windsor, New South Wales?English is the predominant language
4. When was Windsor, New South Wales built?Established as a significant European settlement in the late 18th century
5. What makes Windsor a special town in Australia?Windsor is one of Australia's oldest towns. It has many buildings from the early colony and is next to a big river and farms.
6. Where is Windsor located in relation to Sydney?Windsor is about 56 km (35 miles) northwest of Sydney's city center. It sits near the Hawkesbury River.

Colonial era: The historical period when European powers established colonies in other parts of the world.
Urban fringe: The area where a city meets the countryside, often characterized by mixed land uses.
Heritage architecture: Buildings and structures that are recognized for their historical and cultural significance.
Local government area (LGA): A geographical region administered by a local council responsible for public services and planning.