Melaleuca, Western Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Melaleuca, in the City Of Swan local government area.
| Locality | Melaleuca |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | City Of Swan |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -31.7063 |
| Longitude | 115.92067 |
| Area | 78.9 km² |
| Elevation | 61 m |
| Postcode | 6079 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 28 km north-northeast |
Melaleuca is a locality in the City Of Swan local government area of Western Australia, Australia. The locality covers an area of 78.9 km². It sits at an elevation of around 61 m above sea level. It lies approximately 28 km north-northeast of Perth. Melaleuca is located at 31.7063°S, 115.9207°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6079.
Melaleuca unfolds across a gentle, sun-drenched landscape where the earth often carries a ruddy hue, hinting at the iron-rich soils beneath. It lies 8.2 km north-north-west of Ellenbrook, WA (from Ellenbrook, WA: bearing 328°T), and is situated 14.9 km north of Ballajura. The terrain here slopes subtly towards the meandering Swan River, its waters reflecting the vast, pale blue of a Western Australian sky. Stands of native melaleuca trees, their papery bark a pale, almost ghostly white against the vibrant green of the undergrowth, give the locality its name, their slender forms casting delicate shadows as the day progresses. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, carries a dry, faintly sweet scent, a blend of eucalyptus and the warm earth, and a quiet stillness often settles, broken only by the distant call of a kookaburra or the soft rustle of wind through the leaves.
Historically, Melaleuca's story is entwined with the fertile lands flanking the Swan River, a region long recognised for its agricultural potential. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of rich soil and ample water, established farms and orchards, their endeavours shaping the very character of the area. While pockets of this agricultural heritage persist, the local economy has diversified, with a growing focus on boutique vineyards and artisanal producers. Visitors to Melaleuca often find themselves drawn to the region’s cellar doors, sampling wines that speak of the unique terroir, or exploring farmers’ markets bursting with fresh, local produce. The quiet pace of life here is a deliberate choice for many, a gentle counterpoint to the bustling proximity of the larger urban centres, fostering a sense of community and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds them.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Melaleuca, Western Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Melaleuca, in the City Of Swan local government area.
Detailed location data for Melaleuca includes the postcode (6079), telephone area code (08), and local government area (City Of Swan), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Melaleuca is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |