White Swan

White Swan has a population of approximately 140,000*.

It is part of the Greater Merlow District, and despite being higher populated than Merlow, it is the site of the District Council.

About
White Swan is a Garden City, straddling the Freeman River. Its city centre is a retail precinct and a vibrant entertainment hub, due in large part to the high number of Merlow University students that reside in or near White Swan. Its history lies in being a rural service centre, but it has evolved far past that to be an urban hub of the future. Traffic congestion is growing due to population growth, however recent legislation has been implemented to prevent urban sprawl into the highly profitable farmland surrounding White Swan.

Geography
White Swan is located north of Merlow, and straddles the Freeman River.

Merlow
Merlow and White Swan share a friendly rivalry, expressed in several annual sports competitions. Many Merlow residents travel to White Swan for work, education, and commerce.