Griffith, New South Wales, Australia

The view of Griffith in New South Wales, Australia
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Griffith is a city on the southwestern part of New South Wales, Australia. It shares one thing in common with the Australian capital of Canberra, in that both cities were designed by Walter Burley Griffin. It has a population of 16,000 people (2012 estimate).

Griffith dates back to 1916, when it was established as part of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area. The city was named after Sir Arthur Griffith, the first New South Wales Minister of Public Works. The irrigation works in Griffith allowed for farms to be established in the area. Crops grown include fruit, vegetables and rice. Vineyards were also established.

The earliest settlers in Griffith were Italian immigrants who arrived during the Depression. A second wave of Italian immigrants arrived in the 1950s, when Griffith experienced most of its growth. Today some 60% of its population claim Italian ancestry.

The Italian influence on Griffith translates into an appreciation for good wine and food, including fruits and vegetables. The many wineries established by Italian immigrants in Griffith are now renowned in Australia.

The former post office of Griffith is now a pizzeria
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Visiting Griffith

From Sydney take National Highway 31 to Yass, then continue on the State Route 94 until you reach Griffith.

Places of Interest in Griffith

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