Eradu, Western Australia
Eradu is a small locality in the Mid West region of Western Australia. It is located east of Geraldton, along the Geraldton–Mount Magnet Road.[1]
| Eradu Western Australia | |
|---|---|
  Eradu | |
| Coordinates | 28°41′S 115°02′E / 28.683°S 115.033°E |
| Population | 3 (as of 2021) |
| Established | 1920 |
| Elevation | 177 m (581 ft) |
| Location | |
Location
Eradu is a small town in Western Australia that is about 34 kilometers southeast of Geraldton. It lies in a rural area, surrounded by farmland and bushland.
History
Eradu was once a railway siding on the Northern Railway, which connected Geraldton to inland towns. It had some importance during the early 20th century, but the railway line is no longer in use.
A post office and rail siding operated in the early days, but most services are no longer active.
Features
Today, Eradu is a very small community with:
- A few farms and properties
- Some historical ruins from its railway past
- Access via Geraldton–Mount Magnet Road
There are no schools, shops, or major services in Eradu. People travel to Geraldton or other nearby towns for these.
Population
According to the 2021 census, Eradu had a population of 19 people.
- ↑ "Guide to Eradu, WA". Wiki Australia. Retrieved 6 October 2025.