Benger

About Benger

Benger is a small agricultural locality in the Shire of Harvey in the South West region of Western Australia, situated just north of Brunswick Junction approximately 125 kilometres south of Perth. The locality is traversed by the South Western Highway and lies on the Armadale to Bunbury south-west railway corridor, which includes a crossing loop at Benger. The name is believed to derive from a Pindjarup word for 'swamp', reflecting the low-lying, fertile land that has made the area well suited to farming. With a population of 159 residents spread across around 71 square kilometres, Benger is a dispersed, working-farm community in one of WA's most productive rural regions.

Benger's economy is anchored in farming, with the Harvey Shire being one of Western Australia's premier dairy and horticultural regions. White Rocks Dairy is a notable local operation reflecting the area's strong agricultural heritage. The nearby town of Harvey (approximately 10 kilometres south) provides supermarkets, schools, medical services, and community facilities, while Bunbury — Western Australia's second-largest city — is around 40 kilometres to the south and offers a full range of urban amenities. Residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of the South West's beaches, wine country, and national parks.

Benger falls under postcode 6223 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray-Wellington (South West) electorate.

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