Our Customer Service Centre is temporarily located at Speers Point Library opposite Council's Administration Building Home | Let's Lake Mac Home to one of the largest salt water lakes in Australia Lake Macquarie is a veritable mecca for fishers Whether you’re a pro-angler or you’re just looking for some places to take the kids here is our list of the best places to go fishing in Lake Mac Known as one of the best places in Lake Mac to experience shore fishing Located in Shingle Splitters Point Park on Queen Street you’ll mainly be catching Flathead and Whiting if you visit here relax and enjoy waterfront views after your long day of fishing Belmont Bay features a pier and boardwalk with plenty of space to cast your line The Bay has a few different areas to try when casting your line Belmont Bay North to Speers Point is a popular deep-water option while the area out from the rocky shores between Green Point and Valentine fishes well for Bream Tip: The average depth of Belmont Bay is 10 metres the water surrounding Speers Point Jetty is the place to find species like Tailor Whether you plan to stay on land or take a boat to explore Cockle Creek and Five Islands Tip: Saltwater will take a pretty big toll on your fishing gear If you don't invest in fishing gear that is specifically designed to withstand corrosion you're going to find that your gear rusts and quickly becomes unusable be sure to give it a thorough rinse with freshwater after each use Drive over the Swansea Bridge and you are sure to see plenty of keen fishers out and about The Channel’s tidal current and proximity to the open ocean attracts a wide variety of larger fish species that are harder to find in the Lake The area is known for its schools of Australian Salmon Tip: If you’re looking to catch bigger fish you’ll need big baits like squid heads If you’ve tried Swansea Channel and are looking for something different head round to the lakeside near Marks Point The waters are calmer and home to schools of Flathead Tip: Before you go fishing, familiarise yourself with the Department of Industries, Rules and Regulations for fishing so you can keep safe and follow the rules The lakeside suburb of Pelican is nestled between Swansea and Belmont Pelican foreshore has plenty of space for picnics and outdoor activities Tip: If you head a little further along the coastline This a great place for catching Whiting and Bream as well as the ideal location to go for a dip in summer Pulbah is a place for the more experienced angler the fish varieties available are usually Bream and Tailor The water at Pulbah can be more than 15m deep depending on the tides Live prawns are most popular if you can find them The large spanning foreshore hosts a playground and barbecue picnic area so the whole family can make a day of it Tip: Tracking the weather and the moon is a good way to determine the best days to fish The highest tides of the month align with the new or full moon Many fish like the higher water so those days are often most fruitful.  there is plenty of space to cast your line Pack a picnic and enjoy the beautiful bushland and lake views This is where the waves break and a popular spot for fish Croudace Bay has a larger boat ramp that is user-friendly for those with larger craft and two-wheel drive vehicles this is the perfect location for those who like to fish out on the water The most popular species caught here are Dusky Flathead and Australasian Snapper Tip: Let your bait hit the bottom of the sea floor This means your bait has touched the bottom which is the perfect spot to catch fish lightly shake the rod so that it mimics the movements of a live worm Sign up to our e-newsletter and get the latest news about our city and handy moving tips.  Sign me up Sign up to our e-newsletter and get the latest news about our city and handy moving tips We remember and respect the Ancestors who cared for and nurtured this Country It is in their footsteps that we travel these lands and waters Lake Macquarie City Council acknowledges the Awabakal people and Elders past Telephone Interpreting Service 131 450 National Relay Service 133 677 Changes to replace a dwelling with two commercial units in an already approved industrial complex at Green Point have been given the go-ahead by Central Coast Council In July 2017 the then Gosford City Council approved construction of a new residence and four industrial units at 389 Avoca Dr Construction started in June 2023 and is ongoing in December that year approval was sought to remove the approved dwelling from the development to instead add two more industrial units to make a total of six The original approved building has been reduced in bulk and scale at Council’s request there is an extra five parking on-site spaces as there is no parking along Avoca Dr and the frontage visual impact will be softened with more landscaping I travel on the new trains daily from Woy Woy to Central and vice versa I love the new trains apart from (the fact) they are absolutely freezing Ettalong Memorial Bowling Club in Springwood St have both submitted revised plans to Central Coast Council for significant improvements… Humpty Dumpty Foundation has sprung into action to help Central Coast Local Health District provide seven breast pumps for its midwifery and Aboriginal health services Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon The best of Cape Town straight to your inbox We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy your city without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Cape Town you'll find crafts and koeksisters (and koesisters too!) at one of Cape Town's best-loved weekend markets most of the money earned from holiday jobs went to two things: beer and CDs The first was to be found in the pubs of Claremont and the city The latter bought second-hand from the city's vibrant flea markets And my favorite hunting ground was the Green Point Flea Market where I'd be sure to find a bootleg live album or late edition for my collection at a bargain price But then the Green Point Flea Market went the way of CDs themselves after a 15-year break – during which the Green Point precinct has been entirely transformed – this much-loved city market is making a comeback 11 May – which also happens to be Mother's Day – when this buzzing Sunday hangout will be rebooted with stalls filled with clothing Operating every Sunday from 8am to 6pm – except during major stadium events – the revived market is intended as a multicultural celebration of Cape Town's informal trading culture "This market was the heartbeat of informal trade and entrepreneurship in Cape Town it's heritage and identity for many families," said Rosheda Muller chairperson of the Green Point Flea Market and President of the National Informal Traders Alliance of South Africa As with any Cape Town market worth its salt expect everything from hand-stitched clothing and hand-crafted ceramics to flavor-packed samosas and fresh koesisters and an open invitation to a vibrant future," said Muller Perhaps that means there will also be some CDs for sale Until it opens, check out our guide to the Best Markets in Cape Town! 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About us Contact us Take in the sweeping views as you exercise commute or dine on the Kangaroo Point Bridge Spanning 460 metres across the Brisbane River the Kangaroo Point Bridge connects Kangaroo Point to the CBD The bridge provides dedicated pedestrian and cycle paths making it easier to walk or ride to your destination shade cover on the pedestrian side  lift access from the bridge deck at Kangaroo Point to C.T We’re building more new bridges like Kangaroo Point Bridge so you can walk or ride around the city easily and safely The Kangaroo Point Bridge makes it easier to get to the city centre Kangaroo Point and the surrounding suburbs Walk and ride on the bridge’s dedicated cycle and pedestrian paths for fun You can then continue your journey using the active travel routes and transport networks on either side of the bridge.   You can then continue your journey using the active travel routes and transport networks on either side of the bridge.   Choose from a restaurant and bar on the bridge and a riverside café at the city landing relax and take in the panoramic city and river views solar panels and shade cover along the length of the bridge Walk and ride on dedicated paths featuring a minimum width of 6.8 metres and a maximum grade of 1:20 Access the bridge from Scott Street in Kangaroo Point or the corner of Alice Street and Edward Street in the CBD. Lift access is available from CT White Park The bridge landing locations feature new walking and riding connections on both sides of the river cyclists and e-mobility riders can enjoy direct and dedicated access from the Scott Street landing in Kangaroo Point to Main Street and Deakin Street This enables ongoing travel to and from the eastern side of Kangaroo Point a separated pedestrian and bike path between Main Street and Deakin Street a raised priority crossing from the Scott Street bridge landing across Main Street an upgraded pedestrian path and two-way off-road bike path on Deakin Street  access to CT White Park and surrounding riverwalk via lift and stairs an upgraded pedestrian path and two-way off-road bike path on Deakin Street  PDF  •   1 MB   •   Last modified 1 October A signalised crossing at the corner of Edward and Alice streets in Brisbane’s CBD provides a continuous safe and accessible link between the bridge and city centre new paved footpaths on either side of the street corner a connection with the the CityLink Cycleway  reinstated driveways for the City Botanic Gardens and Stamford Plaza a connection with the the CityLink Cycleway  PDF  •   1 MB   •   Last modified January 2024 the Kangaroo Point Bridge features 2 unique dining venues: These dining venues help to create an iconic destination and riverside space for residents and visitors and are operated by the Tassis Group Stilts restaurant and bar pays homage to its unique location It provides a mix of both casual and formal seating Elevated above the bridge deck on the approach to the city landing Kangaroo Point Cliffs and City Botanic Gardens The riverside café, named Mulga Bill’s draws inspiration from Banjo Patterson’s poem It is located at the city landing and entrance to the City Botanic Gardens capitalising on a new urban plaza being created where Edward and Alice streets meet the Brisbane River.  Stilts restaurant and bar pays homage to its unique location The riverside café, named Mulga Bill’s capitalising on a new urban plaza being created where Edward and Alice streets meet the Brisbane River.  businesses and stakeholders to finalise the bridge’s design More than 1,800 people gave their feedback from the initial community consultation phase to the release of the draft design shade cover along the length of the bridge separated pathways for pedestrians and cyclists the designs of the landing locations at Kangaroo Point and the city  This feedback helped bring the vision for the Kangaroo Point Bridge to life Download the reference design summary and report to learn more the designs of the landing locations at Kangaroo Point and the city  PDF  •   531 KB   •   Last modified 1 October PDF  •   3 MB   •   Last modified 1 October The bridge was designed and built by Connect Brisbane engineering and construction specialists included Rizzani de Eccher Right Angle Studios and Rowland.  The Kangaroo Point Bridge was partially funded by the Australian Government as part of the SEQ City Deal To find out more about the Kangaroo Point Bridge: You can also download the sustainability and procurement policies PDF  •   461 KB   •   Last modified 1 October PDF  •   194 KB   •   Last modified 1 October PDF  •   7 MB   •   Last modified 1 October By Craig Tansley Tasmania’s best big wave surf spot (home of the Rip Curl West Coast Classic surfing event since 1975) presents plenty of options for non-surfers too.Credit: Tourism Tasmania Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time As our national anthem a little eccentrically attests That translates to more than 35,000 kilometres of coastline That’s so many beaches that it would take you 30 years to spend a day at each one But what makes Australia’s beaches so special isn’t just the wonder of those that make the international lists for best strips of sand there are beaches only locals know about which are often just as good Some of these secret beaches are not far from our biggest cities while others are so remote that they are yours to enjoy virtually alone How this piece of North Queensland perfection remains under the radar is anyone’s guess.Credit: Tourism and Events Queensland clear waters where the wonder is all too obvious can be visited by estuarine crocodiles (this is Australia after all) or have dangerous rips and currents making them completely unsuitable for swimming it’s the wildness of the beauty that provides the charm Seek them out: You don’t have to find all 12,000 but do plan to find at least a few or more of Australia’s lesser-known beaches Here are Traveller’s best secret beaches (and our take on five not-so-secret ones) to get you in the swim The lowdown Ever seen photographs of kangaroos and wallabies feeding on a tropical beach The animals come at sunrise to feed on mangrove seedpods and seaweed along the shoreline right where the rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef The lowest islands of the Whitsundays protect the waters How this piece of North Queensland perfection remains under the radar is anyone’s guess Sunrise brings wallabies and kangaroos to graze on the beach at Cape Hillsborough See + do There are hikes all over the adjoining national park along volcanic headlands and through eucalyptus forests that are home to koalas Snorkel and swim at the foot of the cape and offshore at Wedge Island Must know The best time to visit is winter, but that’s a popular time for locals, especially during the July and September school holidays. Book early at Cape Hillsborough Tourist Park Make it happen Cape Hillsborough is 50 kilometres north-west of Mackay. Visit between May and October, outside stinger season, when swimming is safe. See capehillsboroughresort.com.au; queensland.com Sheltered waters are surrounded by rock formations at Madfish Bay in WA’s William Bay National Park The lowdown Overshadowed by its famous neighbour Madfish Bay is part of William Bay National Park and has a secluded beach sheltered by an offshore island Waves come from two directions around the island and collide spectacularly Its name is derived from local folklore suggesting that schools of fish go mad when the waves and tides collide Huge boulders dating back to when Australia split from Antarctica rise from blue water See + do There’s a natural playground of pools and places to snorkel – the warm pools by the rocks provide a safe At low tide you can often walk out to the offshore island but always be alert for underwater currents Watch out for snakes if you walk to the island Make it happen Madfish Bay is only 15 kilometres from Denmark in south-west WA. It’s safe to visit year-round, but the water gets cold in winter. See australiassouthwest.com Rapid Bay Beach on the Fleurieu Peninsula is considered one of the best dive sites in South Australia.Credit: Ben Goode The lowdown South Australia’s beaches are vastly underrated and chances are that if you’re not a diver silvery sand beach ends at clear aquamarine waters that are home to more than 70 species of fish This is also where you’re most likely to see endangered leafy sea dragons While it’s barely 80 minutes’ drive from Adelaide See + do Rapid Bay Beach is considered one of the best dive sites in South Australia with two long jetties that provide sheltered homes to a huge variety of marine species but the other provides a walkway over the water Must know The beach is unpatrolled but its calm waters make it safe for most swimmers Make it happen Rapid Bay Beach is on the west coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula, 105 kilometres south of Adelaide, so it’s best to visit in summer if you’d like to swim without a wetsuit. See southaustralia.com Remnants of the Trinculo shipwreck on Gippsland’s Golden Beach The lowdown Somehow this quintessential Australian beach and the adjacent town remain largely unknown to all but loyal regulars This beach is as wild as it is picturesque – kangaroos Strong currents make it ideal for beach fishing – but not so ideal for swims See + do Check the wreck of the Trinculo – iron ribs from the carcass of this cargo ship that was shipwrecked in 1879 remain on the sand There are plenty of foreshore camping areas – and some well-positioned holiday homes by the next-door Paradise Beach Although there are few shops in Golden Beach Must know Should you require even more isolation get lost in the wetlands of the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Parks Make it happen Golden Beach is 250 kilometres east of Melbourne – consider a visit in winter for ultimate isolation. See visitgippsland.com.au The lowdown Maggie Island is home to some of North Queensland’s top beaches – but the best is a secret to all but the locals It’s on the island’s remote north-east tip so you’ll have to hike in or risk a very bumpy four-wheel drive-only road The reward is a 250 metre-wide sandy beach flanked by granite headlands It’s home to a derelict 54-year-old resort; passionate locals have kept the site undeveloped for generations Magnetic Island’s Radical Bay rewards the hike or bumpy drive in See + do Keep your eyes open for green and flatback turtles which pass close by offshore in the marine park along with humpback whales between July and November should you find another person on your beach Must know There have been plans for a fancy new development on the site since 2011 but at the time of writing no action has been taken Make it happen Rental cars aren’t permitted on the dirt road, so walk up Radical Bay Road or follow the walking trail from better-known Horseshoe Bay. Don’t swim in stinger season, between November and March. See magneticislandonline.com.au A sunset view at Bushrangers Bay on the Mornington Peninsula.Credit: Alamy Stock Photo The lowdown The peninsula is synonymous with beaches but you may not have heard of this hidden gem It’s surrounded by tall basalt cliffs that are smashed by thunderous waves and you can reach Bushrangers Bay on foot only the bay has Australia’s cheapest spa baths – rock pools you can see and use only at low tide See + do The walk in means this beach never gets crowded – and that’s one of the best things about it You’ll admire Victoria’s best coastal scenery as you stroll along the path Pack a picnic and sit by the beach watching waves explode against the headland; offshore black volcanic rocks emerge from clear blue water It’s best to arrive when the tide is still dropping Make it happen Drive 90 minutes south-east from Melbourne, then walk from the car parks at Cape Schanck or Boneo Road. Try visiting outside summer too, when fewer people hike in. See visitmelbourne.com Fingal Head greets sunrise moments after neighbouring Cape Byron on the NSW North Coast.Credit: David Kirkland The lowdown With a border of basalt formed by an ancient lava flow from a nearby extinct volcano and an entrance through thick littoral rainforest you’ll need to traverse by foot secret spot just a few kilometres south of the Gold Coast’s mega-popular beaches Its northern corner gives rare protection from summer’s prevailing north-easters Walk south to the popular coastal town of Kingscliff See + do Facing due east and protruding out almost as far as Cape Byron 40 minutes to the south Dreamtime Beach is the sweet spot for a watery sunrise Must know Dreamtime Beach is unpatrolled and can be dangerous in rough seas; even when it’s calm Make it happen Take the M1 motorway turn-off to Fingal Head, near Tweed Heads, on the Queensland-NSW border, then follow the signs. Consider visiting outside summer to avoid local crowds. See visitthetweed.com.au The lowdown Tasmania’s best big wave surf spot (home of the Rip Curl West Coast Classic surfing event since 1975) presents plenty of options for non-surfers too Walk 5.7 kilometres of deserted white sandy beach fringed by dunes that get taller (more than 30 metres) the further you walk and the cleanest air on Earth (as measured by the CSIRO) blows in from the ocean Watch wild Southern Ocean waves at Green Point Beach at Marrawah in Tasmania’s north-west there’s a free camping site with an electric barbecue – and a breathtaking view but just watching the biggest waves the Southern Ocean can produce will keep you occupied Order a steak from Cape Grim (50 kilometres to the north) at the 111-year-old Marrawah Inn Consider taking a tour of the nearby Tarkine rainforest Must know There are more than 15 known rips Make it happen Green Point Beach is 180 kilometres west of Devonport, on Tasmania’s remote north-west coast. You probably won’t be swimming, so visiting year-round is fine. See northwesttasmania.com.au an enclave for the elite on the NSW Central Coast.Credit: Central Coast Tourism The lowdown Once conceived as an estate for Sydney’s wealthiest residents after World War I this beach reachable by ferry from Palm Beach is a quiet sheltered swimming spot surrounded by native bushland at the beginning of the Woy Woy Peninsula such as Andrew Denton and the late Mike Willesee See + do There’s a 25-metre ocean pool to swim laps at the southern end While the beach appears calm and safe for swimming Nature reserves provide great vantage points and Must know There’s an array of hidden islands and bays on the peninsula the southernmost point of the Central Coast but this is what locals dub the “Palm Beach of the Central Coast” Make it happen There’s a ferry from Palm Beach to Ettalong (but then you’llhave to take a bus, or get an Uber) or drive 90 minutes from Sydney’s CBD. Come during the week or in shoulder seasons to increase your chances of isolation. See centralcoastaustralia.com.au Macassan Beach’s white sand contrasts with the surrounding red rocks and the green of the monsoonal forest The lowdown You won’t hear much about the beaches of the Northern Territory because of the estuarine crocodile danger Stunning white sand and turquoise waters make Macassan (Garanhan) as good as any beach in Australia It’s surrounded by monsoonal coastal vine forest and its shelves of bright red laterite stand out against all that silica-white sand See + do Visit historic clusters of stones beside the beach left by local Indigenous elders as a record of the annual visits by Macassan traders hundreds of years ago (to trade for sea cucumber and turtle shells) You can walk along a coastal trail with stunning scenery to other beaches Must know You’ll need a visitor access permit from the Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation to visit and a camping permit if you wish to stay overnight Make it happen Macassan Beach is 38 kilometres from Nhulunbuy (the biggest town in East Arnhem Land). Access is via an easily driveable dirt and sand track, and it’s best to visit in winter. See eastarnhemland.com.au Whitehaven Beach regularly makes lists of the world’s best beaches.Credit: Tourism and Events Queensland In the top five of practically every world’s-best-beach list and reachable only by boat or helicopter, this seven kilometre strip of white, squeaky silica-sand is part of the Whitsunday Island group. Visitors on day trips walk its silky smooth sand and swim in the turquoise sea beyond. See queensland.com It requires a two-hour return walk over granite mountains, but this isolated white sand beach in the Freycinet National Park on Tasmania’s east coast is worth the sweat. The views from the lookout above are enough for most, but make the extra effort to walk beside wallabies down to the beach to swim in its chilly, transparent waters. See discovertasmania.com.au Longboarders ride waves rolling off Cape Byron as Byron’s rich and famous drive to some of the most expensive homes in Australia. Take the coastal walk to the lighthouse, or just sit back and watch dolphins surf the swell – or humpback whales from June to November – at this cosy bay. See visitnsw.com Fiery ocean sunsets on view at this 22km white sand beach on the edge of tourist hot-spot Broome are a rare treat for east-coasters. So are the red ochre cliffs behind the beach, which show just how close the outback lurks here (as do the photogenic camel rides). Choose a drink at a beachside bar and get set for the show. See westernaustralia.com Melbourne’s most famous beach might lack surf, but it compensates with beachside attractions. Stroll its palm-lined boardwalk, stopping at al fresco restaurants and bars. Explore the huge parks and lose yourself among the pastry shops of Acland Street. Check for penguins at St Kilda Pier, or just chat to the fishermen. See visitvictoria.com That\\u2019s so many beaches that it would take you 30 years to spend a day at each one But what makes Australia\\u2019s beaches so special isn\\u2019t just the wonder of those that make the international lists for best strips of sand it\\u2019s the wildness of the beauty that provides the charm Seek them out: You don\\u2019t have to find all 12,000 but do plan to find at least a few or more of Australia\\u2019s lesser-known beaches Here are Traveller\\u2019s best secret beaches (and our take on five not-so-secret ones) to get you in the swim How this piece of North Queensland perfection remains under the radar is anyone\\u2019s guess Must know The best time to visit is winter but that\\u2019s a popular time for locals especially during the July and September school holidays Make it happen Cape Hillsborough is 50 kilometres north-west of Mackay See + do There\\u2019s a natural playground of pools and places to snorkel \\u2013 the warm pools by the rocks provide a safe Make it happen Madfish Bay is only 15 kilometres from Denmark in south-west WA The lowdown South Australia\\u2019s beaches are vastly underrated and chances are that if you\\u2019re not a diver you won\\u2019t have heard of this beach at all This is also where you\\u2019re most likely to see endangered leafy sea dragons While it\\u2019s barely 80 minutes\\u2019 drive from Adelaide you\\u2019ll often have the beach to yourself Make it happen Rapid Bay Beach is on the west coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula so it\\u2019s best to visit in summer if you\\u2019d like to swim without a wetsuit This beach is as wild as it is picturesque \\u2013 kangaroos Strong currents make it ideal for beach fishing \\u2013 but not so ideal for swims you won\\u2019t see another soul for miles See + do Check the wreck of the Trinculo \\u2013 iron ribs from the carcass of this cargo ship that was shipwrecked in 1879 remain on the sand There are plenty of foreshore camping areas \\u2013 and some well-positioned holiday homes by the next-door Paradise Beach it\\u2019s worth finding a local to have a chat Make it happen Golden Beach is 250 kilometres east of Melbourne \\u2013 consider a visit in winter for ultimate isolation The lowdown Maggie Island is home to some of North Queensland\\u2019s top beaches \\u2013 but the best is a secret to all but the locals It\\u2019s on the island\\u2019s remote north-east tip so you\\u2019ll have to hike in or risk a very bumpy four-wheel drive-only road It\\u2019s home to a derelict 54-year-old resort; passionate locals have kept the site undeveloped for generations The swimming\\u2019s safe and out of this world Make it happen Rental cars aren\\u2019t permitted on the dirt road so walk up Radical Bay Road or follow the walking trail from better-known Horseshoe Bay It\\u2019s surrounded by tall basalt cliffs that are smashed by thunderous waves the bay has Australia\\u2019s cheapest spa baths \\u2013 rock pools you can see and use only at low tide See + do The walk in means this beach never gets crowded \\u2013 and that\\u2019s one of the best things about it You\\u2019ll admire Victoria\\u2019s best coastal scenery as you stroll along the path It\\u2019s best to arrive when the tide is still dropping Make it happen Drive 90 minutes south-east from Melbourne then walk from the car parks at Cape Schanck or Boneo Road and an entrance through thick littoral rainforest you\\u2019ll need to traverse by foot secret spot just a few kilometres south of the Gold Coast\\u2019s mega-popular beaches Its northern corner gives rare protection from summer\\u2019s prevailing north-easters Must know Dreamtime Beach is unpatrolled and can be dangerous in rough seas; even when it\\u2019s calm Make it happen Take the M1 motorway turn-off to Fingal Head Consider visiting outside summer to avoid local crowds The lowdown Tasmania\\u2019s best big wave surf spot (home of the Rip Curl West Coast Classic surfing event since 1975) presents plenty of options for non-surfers too See + do At the beach\\u2019s southern end there\\u2019s a free camping site with an electric barbecue \\u2013 and a breathtaking view so be careful if you\\u2019re going to swim Make it happen Green Point Beach is 180 kilometres west of Devonport on Tasmania\\u2019s remote north-west coast The lowdown Once conceived as an estate for Sydney\\u2019s wealthiest residents after World War I it\\u2019s attracted Sydney\\u2019s media A-List See + do There\\u2019s a 25-metre ocean pool to swim laps at the southern end Must know There\\u2019s an array of hidden islands and bays on the peninsula but this is what locals dub the \\u201CPalm Beach of the Central Coast\\u201D Make it happen There\\u2019s a ferry from Palm Beach to Ettalong (but then you\\u2019llhave to take a bus or get an Uber) or drive 90 minutes from Sydney\\u2019s CBD Come during the week or in shoulder seasons to increase your chances of isolation The lowdown You won\\u2019t hear much about the beaches of the Northern Territory because of the estuarine crocodile danger It\\u2019s surrounded by monsoonal coastal vine forest and its shelves of bright red laterite stand out against all that silica-white sand Must know You\\u2019ll need a visitor access permit from the Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation to visit Make it happen Macassan Beach is 38 kilometres from Nhulunbuy (the biggest town in East Arnhem Land) Access is via an easily driveable dirt and sand track In the top five of practically every world\\u2019s-best-beach list and reachable only by boat or helicopter squeaky silica-sand is part of the Whitsunday Island group Visitors on day trips walk its silky smooth sand and swim in the turquoise sea beyond It requires a two-hour return walk over granite mountains but this isolated white sand beach in the Freycinet National Park on Tasmania\\u2019s east coast is worth the sweat The views from the lookout above are enough for most but make the extra effort to walk beside wallabies down to the beach to swim in its chilly Longboarders ride waves rolling off Cape Byron as Byron\\u2019s rich and famous drive to some of the most expensive homes in Australia or just sit back and watch dolphins surf the swell \\u2013 or humpback whales from June to November \\u2013 at this cosy bay Fiery ocean sunsets on view at this 22km white sand beach on the edge of tourist hot-spot Broome are a rare treat for east-coasters So are the red ochre cliffs behind the beach which show just how close the outback lurks here (as do the photogenic camel rides) Choose a drink at a beachside bar and get set for the show Melbourne\\u2019s most famous beach might lack surf but it compensates with beachside attractions stopping at al fresco restaurants and bars Explore the huge parks and lose yourself among the pastry shops of Acland Street Rothesay County Championship - Division 1 - 4 Day Metro Bank One Day Cup - Women League Two - 50 Over One Day Vitality T20 Women's County Cup - Twenty20 Don't Miss The Biggest Match Of The Season Website designed by amateur astronomers and anyone in between with a fascination at what soars above are invited to attend two viewing nights at Green Point Observatory people are invited to look up and learn with members of the Sutherland Astronomical Society Society President and astronomer Lou Pagano says it's a chance to view the magnificence of the night sky through two very large telescopes located inside the observatory "There will be many large telescopes adjacent to the observatory as well," he said astronomy images are obtained at the touch of a button but it is even better when you place your eye at the end of a large telescope and observe the night sky in real time." Observations will be made of the Earth's closest neighbour ancient lava seas and mountain ranges will be seen "With Apollo 11's first human lunar landings 55th anniversary just celebrated last month telescopes will be pointed at its landing site on the beautiful Sea of Tranquillity," Mr Pagano said There will also be observations of deep sky objects including multiple star systems with many located in the rich centre of the galaxy Several of the Sutherland Astronomical Society's astronomers have made contributions to the scientific community by discovering various astronomical objects including novae and comets "It's especially great for young families where there will be an emphasis not only on enjoyment but on learning as well as astronomy is embedded in the school curriculum," Mr Pagano Green Point Observatory is situated at the junction of Green Point Rd and Caravan Head Road The observatory will open between 6pm-10pm on both nights $5 for children and $30 for a family with children During the night there will also be short presentations "There is no booking required and if the weather is favourable make sure you rug up and just turn up," Mr Pagano said St George and Sutherland Shire Leader reporter covering education, health and general community news. Email: ekolimar@theleader.com.au Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy. The State Government has included seven Central Coast sites that will be affected by its new Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy. The reforms change planning controls within 800m, or 10-minute walk, around town centres and stations to allow dual-occupancies, terraces, townhouses and residential flat buildings. The areas are around: Erina Fair; Green Point shopping centre; Westfield Tuggerah; Woy Woy station and town centre; Wyong station and town centre; Gosford station and town centre; and The Entrance town centre. The announcement was made on Friday, February 21. The Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy will reintroduce the “missing middle” between high-rise apartments and greenfield development such as terraces, townhouses and flats. The NSW Government’s changes will remove the restriction on developing these types of buildings on R1 and R2 zoned land. It also removes the restriction on medium-rise residential flat buildings on R3 and R4 zoned land in these areas. Sites were selected considering access to goods and services in the area; public transport frequencies and travel times; critical infrastructure capacity; hazards and constraints and local housing targets and rebalancing growth. Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said the policy filled a gap in new housing supply. “Allowing low and mid-rise housing in more locations will help increase the number of homes in our state, improve affordability for renters and buyers and give people a choice on the type of home they want to live in,” he said. The Planning NSW website states that low-rise housing refers to dual occupancies, multi-dwelling housing (townhouses and terraces) and low-rise apartment buildings (including manor houses). Low-rise housing is generally no more than one to two storeys. It does not include freestanding single houses. Mid-rise housing refers to apartment buildings (residential flat buildings) and shop-top housing that are generally between three and six storeys. Shop-top housing is a building that has shops or businesses on the ground floor and apartments on the floors above. Premier Chris Minns said these types of homes had played a really important part in delivering homes over the past century but recently councils had effectively banned them. “This reform changes that,” he said. “Housing is the single largest cost of living pressure people are facing and these changes will deliver more homes for young people, families and workers. “The homes built under these reforms will be close to transport, open spaces and services that people need, creating better connected and more liveable neighbourhoods by making the most of existing critical infrastructure.” The policy will come into effect on February 28 and covers areas in Greater Sydney, the Illawarra and the Hunter as well as the Central Coast. This is good policy and sorely needed for the Coast. More density and more diversity in the available housing stock. Not everybody needs, wants, or can afford a single family dwelling with a big backyard so it makes sense to add more supply close to public transport, parks, schools and other ammenities. I do think public transport needs urgent investment to accommodate this increased density. Dedicated bus lanes or a bus rapid transit system that travels the length of central coast highway through Erina, The Entrance and through to Wyong, Tuggerah etc seems like it makes obvious sense. I travel on the new trains daily from Woy Woy to Central and vice versa. I love the new trains apart from (the fact) they are absolutely freezing. I bought… Ettalong Memorial Bowling Club in Springwood St, Ettalong Beach, and Everglades Country Club in Dunban Rd, Woy Woy, have both submitted revised plans to Central Coast Council for significant improvements… Humpty Dumpty Foundation has sprung into action to help Central Coast Local Health District provide seven breast pumps for its midwifery and Aboriginal health services. The Pumped For Life Mother’s… Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker including affordable housing and commercial opportunities The item will now serve on the City Council’s agenda on Thursday 5 December 2024 for authorisation to commence public participation The property - situated at 1 Three Anchor Bay Road Green Point - is remarkably well-connected to key destinations along the Atlantic Seaboard and Cape Town’s CBD close to key landmarks such as the Sea Point Promenade The site is conveniently located near public-transport routes serviced by Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said the City envisages a mixed-used development to help drive economic and socio-economic benefits while increasing affordable housing in the area The City further intends to retain existing community amenities such as the library service point and civic hall on the site with the land-release process set to identify parts of the site that may need to remain in public ownership to accommodate this "We are proud to kickstart the land-release process for yet another well-located property to drive economic growth and inclusive development This Green Point site represents some of the highest value land in the southern hemisphere with an estimated desktop market-value of R680m "This is a long-term development that will bring major economic and social benefits for Cape Town making our city an even better place to live as part of our vision to build a City of hope for all," said Mayor Hill-Lewis Besides the Sea Point Library and civic hall other current uses of the property include privately operated sports grounds and clubhouses and vacant undeveloped land that is used periodically as an informal market The City will consider the possible inclusion of the existing tenants where feasible There are four active leases in place on the site that will be considered based on the outcome of the planned specialist studies The City will be engaging the tenants in this regard All existing use-rights to the site are due to expire by September 2025 A heritage impact assessment (HIA) will be required as part of the process and a socio-economic and market-demand analysis will be undertaken to inform a suitable mix of land uses and residential affordability options for the development "The next exciting step is for this item to go to Council for approval before we embark on the public-participation process and the road ahead will include detailed studies into the best development plan for the site that resonates with the market while advancing the City’s socio-economic objectives "This will inform the City’s submission of a comprehensive land-use application to secure a basket of mixed-use development rights to unlock the full potential of the site Development rights will be offered to the market through an open and competitive process "The City is seeking to realise the full market value of the land and expects to raise significant revenue from the land sale and future rates contributions from the development for reinvestment in service delivery and infrastructure upgrades throughout the metro "Communication with the public is key and we will provide ongoing updates to stakeholders and residents regarding public engagement and comment periods," said Alderman James Vos mayoral committee member for economic growth All rights reserved. © 2022. Bizcommunity.com Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info) Get insights and exclusive content from the world of business and finance that you can trust ShareSaveCommentLifestyleArtsChekhov In Greenpoint: Exploring ‘Uncle Vanya’ByDarryn King Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights Darryn King writes about arts and culture of all kinds.Follow AuthorMar 02 08:45am ESTShareSaveCommentMaman (Maria Smushkovich) reading some biographies and letters of Chekhov,” Gasda said in a recent interview It was so much about just meeting to work on the play—hearing things in new ways—coming to understand the construction and meaning of the play You really have a superficial understanding of a play until you direct it–and are forced to have something to say about it." André Gregory’s long-gestating adaptation that emphasized process over performance “They had five years; we had one,” Gasda noted we wanted to gesture to the rehearsal process—the sense that we were staging the play in the same place that it germinated.” "that doesn’t mean our play is exactly like Gregory/Shawn’s–in fact it’s not I think we all love the film and are moved and influenced by it–but ultimately what happens in the room is its own thing." For Gasda, the sense of artists drawing authentically on their lived experience is essential to the production. “It’s a humble, straightforward, non-pretentious show,” he said. “We put ourselves into it. We’re not doing this for money—there isn’t enough for it to really change our lives. Our Vanya gets its emotional energy from our own experience of being stuck—stuck in industrial Greenpoint, making indie theater.” “Actors have to live with the characters,” Gasda added. “In our case, I think the play really affected people, affected the actors; it’s not an easy play to endure—we had to digest that.” The Brooklyn Center for Theater Research will continue to refine Vanya on Huron Street, the production remaining a work in progress—just like Chekhov’s characters, suspended between resignation and the lingering hope that something might change. AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Watch 57sA weather phenomenon has hit the Mid-North Coast community of Green Point and left a trail of destruction in its wake. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced First major success for training partnership of Brett & James Crawford Home » Horse Racing » Crawfords’ Charm Weaves His Magic In Green Point Oriental Charm (JP van der Merwe) takes the lead Second-placed Royal Aussie (Richard Fourie check cap) and fourth-placed Without Question (Gavin Lerena) are in the background (Pic – Chase Liebenberg) Racing for the partnership of Cape Racing Chairman Greg Bortz the 4yo son of Vercingetorix was taken to the front by JP van der Merwe and Oriental Charm showed no signs of being ring-rusty and is now likely to be installed a firm favourite for the R5-million World Sports Betting Cape Town Met on 25 January Oriental Charm was bred at Vaughan Koster’s Cheveley Stud although his dam His victory on Saturday marked the first major success for the newly formed father and son training partnership of Brett and James Crawford and they now have every reason to look forward to the balance of the Cape Summer Festival of Racing with great optimism Royal Aussie tried gamely to make late inroads into Oriental Charm’s advantage but he was a length adrift at the line with Sugar Mountain who threatened briefly to upstage his more fancied rival Clearly something went seriously amiss with Green With Envy who trailed in close to a dozen lengths behind the winner and it’s back to the drawing boards for Dean Kannemeyer The Sporting Post will not publish comments submitted anonymously or under pseudonyms.Please note that the views that are published are not necessarily those of the Sporting Post The Rafeef purple patch continued in the 2025 Champions Season opener at Hollywoodbets Greyville on Saturday with another crackerjack performer in the shape of Mon Petit Cherie who won the World Sports Betting Gr2 Fillies Guineas A Transkei-born horseman who started as a Groom the groundbreaking Lunga learnt the ropes from top men like Mitch Wiese Better known as having raced iconic legend of the turf Pocket Power the affable Marsh Shirtliff is fast making a name for himself in the breeding fraternity On the eve of the launch of the 2025 Champions Season this coming Saturday South African horseracing awoke to a brand new chapter in its history on the Workers’ Day public holiday The roster of stars have made a firm commitment to compete annually in up to ten events with the stated aim of making racing more appealing to a young audience while at the same time providing an engaging product for existing fans Rouvaun Smit goes over the card for Tuesday’s racemeeting at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth A weekend that dreams are made of for Neil Jenkinson was capped off with Easter yearling Lubrication (I Am Invincible) winning the A$1m The Archer at Rockhampton on Sunday Home / Latest news / WATCH Green Point Cricket Club v Kraaifontein Cricket Club LIVE 22 February 2025’s Western Province Cricket Association premier league fixture between Green Point Cricket Club and Kraaifontein Cricket Club SUBSCRIBE to Club Cricket SA’s YouTube channel This match is streamed by FrogBox and the stream host Club Cricket SA are not responsible for any broadcast disconnection or inaccurate scores Green Point Cricket Club and Kraaifontein Cricket Club currently occupy eighth and 11th position on this season’s WPCA premier league points table Get Club Cricket SA news on Whatsapp for the 2025-26 domestic season in South Africa Home / Latest news / WATCH Ottoman Cricket Club v Green Point Cricket Club LIVE 25 January 2025’s Western Province Cricket Association premier league fixture between Ottoman Cricket Club and Green Point Cricket Club Ottoman Cricket Club and Green Point Cricket Club currently occupy sixth and eighth position, respectively, on this season’s WPCA premier league points table. 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Home / Latest news / WATCH Green Point Cricket Club v Cape Town Cricket Club LIVE 15 February 2025’s Western Province Cricket Association reserve division A fixture between Green Point Cricket Club and Cape Town Cricket Club Green Point Cricket Club and Cape Town Cricket Club currently occupy first and eighth position on this season’s WPCA reserve division A points table Little ol’ Green Point has dominated a national report that recently revealed Australia’s most popular streets Researchers at realestate.com.au have analysed data from their property portal over the past three years to February and determined where the most in-demand streets are Eight out of the top 10 most in-demand streets in Australia were located in NSW with an astounding four of them in Green Point Asca Dr and Bayside Rd were the list and Bellbower Cl appeared on a New South Wales top ten No other Central Coast suburb’s made the cut on either report Realestate.com’s Nerida Conisbee said that the popularity could be attributed to a few factors the beaches and Gosford train station,” she said “It also has a great price point for first home buyers This house on Bayside Dr was sold by Gittoes last year the suburb is above average for the Central Coast who often can’t even afford a unit for this much Local real estate agent Blake Stretton from Gittoes East Gosford has been working in the Green Point area for about eight years and said that it was one of the best suburbs on the coast “It has such a convenient proximity to everything and a big variety of homes,” he said Aldi and plenty of other small businesses and restaurants.” Mr Stretton’s clients Mark and Cherie Brown are lucky enough to own property on two of the in-demand street’s The couple purchased an investment property from him near the water on Bayside Dr and they also currently live on Asca Dr Mr Brown said that he was surprised to hear about the street’s being so popular it’s good value compared to places like Point Frederick Our house on Asca is on the water and we will probably move there in the future,” he said Mr Stretton noticed that Asca Drive was a particularly popular street due to its waterfront reserve location and privacy “I know people in this street that own multiple homes and plan on owning more homes on this street,” he said is a well-known street in walking distance to the Green Point shopping complex Mr Stretton suggested that the location was great and the street may have become more prominent because of recent land sales from the Salvation Army third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. 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ShareSaveCommentLifestyleTravelNeighborhood To Watch: Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New YorkByRoger Sands Roger Sands covers travel and the hospitality industry 06:30am EDTShareSaveCommentGreenpoint has morphed into a mecca of new real estate offerings Once a beneath-the-radar section of Brooklyn, Greenpoint has morphed into a mecca of new real estate offerings and restaurants Galleries and artist studios are housed in converted warehouses and the revitalized East River waterfront has parks and new high-rises with sweeping views of midtown Manhattan The Huron is a two-tower condo with 171 units Along the East River, two new high-rise apartment blocks, including 21 India Street and The Huron This connects Greenpoint with East 34th Street in Midtown in eight minutes and to Wall Street’s Pier 11 in a little over half an hour The Huron is a two-tower condo with 171-units designed by Morris Adjmi the architect who made Williamsburg Williamsburg with the restoration of the Wythe Hotel Adjmi’s entry to Greenpoint signals a wider shift that this unconnected neighborhood is officially connected Recent development statistics point to impressive real estate growth New sponsor listings are up 124% this year compared to this time last year and number of sales have increased by 129% overall the average price increased by 21% and the number of signed contracts rose 117% over the same period last year A large number of restaurants have opened since 2021 bars and coffee shops have opened in the neighborhood since 2021 Greenpoint now serves a myriad of international fare with a twist from Korean fried chicken to Japanese dashi Several Manhattan-based businesses have chosen the area to open their first Brooklyn locations the ice cream shop Caffè Panna and the Chinese restaurant Málà Project From ‘Restaurant Row’ on Greenpoint Avenue to the promenade that is expanding the area has come a long way from its history as an industrial shipping beacon and Polish enclave Much of Greenpoint’s housing is located in the streets that join Franklin Street and Manhattan Avenue Java and Kent streets to the north of Greenpoint Avenue Homes are a mix of traditional brownstones low-rise apartment blocks and converted commercial or warehouse spaces with trees lining the streets or overlooking garden spaces Looking for something unique to do in Greenpoint? NYC Glamping has up-cycled rustic industrial shipping containers info comfortable rooms with A/C a shower and bathrooms and each one comes complete with stunning views of the East River and skyline (including the Empire State Building and Chrysler Building) it’s right next to Greenpoint’s drive-in and walk-up outdoor movie venue the Skyline Drive-In and your stay comes with completely free admission Sara Gates, Founder of Kingsland Editions, says, "The industrial pocket of Greenpoint near Green Street, where my business, Kingsland Editions We do see new restaurant openings and retail offerings but there are still many artist studios and factories Neighborhoods inevitably change with new developments retail offerings and residents moving in and out and we love printing art for our new neighbors Greenpoint has also attracted many new incredible art galleries like the Faurschou New York on 148 Green Street the kind of programming you would find in Chelsea so they are a vibrant newer addition." Chad Urban, Chef/Owner of Leroy's in Greenpoint “We were very fortunate to find our space for Leroy’s when we did in the height of the pandemic We were familiar with the neighborhood and knew there was demand with all the new residents moving in Upper Greenpoint has continued to attract talent in the food & beverage scene and the foot traffic is at an all-time high The neighborhood offers a great lifestyle with everything at your fingertips.” Brooklyn has always had its own special appeal CAPE TOWN - Housing activists are closely monitoring the City of Cape Town to ensure affordable housing is developed in Green Point This was after the city opened a public participation process for prime property at the Green Point bowling greens to be redeveloped said that the property had been earmarked for mixed-use development "The release of prime land in Green Point for mixed-use development, bringing commercial, retail and residential opportunities, will boost economic growth will preserving key community spaces." Researcher for Ndifuna Ukwazi, Nick Budlender, said that activists had been campaigning for the land to be released for affordable housing since 2018. "We are increasingly worried about how many affordable homes will be included and how affordable they will actually be. A major red flag is that the city expects to extract maximum value for this land."   Budlender said that the city's decision to sell the land to the highest bidder could prevent affordable housing from being built on the site. Sections 0861 99 00 44    Studio@smile904.fm which includes affordable housing and commercial opportunities the City’s Mayoral Committee gave the green light to embark on a public participation process to release the prime property for development The property is located at 1 Three Anchor Bay Road where the library and Civic Hall are also situated The matter will now serve on the City Council’s agenda on 5 December for authorisation to commence public participation The property is well-connected to key destinations along the Atlantic Seaboard and Cape Town’s CBD It is also conveniently located near public transport routes serviced by Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) ALSO READ: Parts of Mowbray Golf Course earmarked for affordable housing Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says a mixed-used development will help drive economic and socio-economic benefits while increasing affordable housing in the area The City further intends to retain existing community amenities such as the library service point and Civic Hall on the site with the land release process set to identify parts of the site that may need to remain in public ownership to accommodate this Besides the Sea Point Library and Civic Hall All existing use rights to the site are due to expire by September 2025 and a socio-economic and market demand analysis will be undertaken to inform a suitable mix of land uses and residential affordability options for the development The MMC for Economic Growth James Vos adds development rights will be offered to the market through an open and competitive process ALSO READ: Lansdowne and Ottery to get social housing © Smile904.fm hosted and supported by ImmediaTerms of Use | General Contest Guidelines|Archive|Advertise with us|Privacy Policy|Contact Us