From Wilberforce, turn right from the Singleton Road and visit Australia’s oldest church at Ebenezer, or continue further down the road to taste some local wine at Tizzana Winery – a touch of Tuscany on the banks of the Hawkesbury River.
Cambridge Park, New South Wales, Australia is located in the northern section of the City of Penrith. Cambridge Park is an older established suburb of residential housing on larger blocks. It is located north of Kingswood and Werrington. The smaller satelite suburbs of Cambridge Gardens, Werrington Downs and Werrington County are located to its north. Cambridge Park continued as a rural area for many years after the original land grant St Stephens was subdivided in the 1880s. By 1970, the area was populated and settled with urban housing. Cambridge Park is a dynamic suburb of Penrith with easy access to the many facilities in the City. Featuring close access to private and public schooling and an international sports stadium for basketball. Its most famous visitor being Hilary Clinton in September 2000.
St Marys, New South Wales Australia, is located on the eastern side of the Penrith Local Government Area. Its western boundary is South Creek with the M4 Motorway as its southern boundary. Mardsen Road and Sydney Street divides this suburb from the smaller suburbs of Colyton and Oxley Park on its western boundary. Its northern section takes in the previously named industrial suburb of Dunheved. St Marys has a long and rich industrial and agricultural history including tanneries and munitions. The area which is now the suburb is much reduced from its historical perspective known as St Marys. This suburb is the major industrial, commercial and residential centre for the eastern side of the local government area. This suburb services many rural and urban communities, making it a vital part of the City of Penrith.
Cliftonville is located approximately 80 kilometres northwest of the Sydney CBD in the Shire of Hornsby. The original inhabitants of the Cliftonville area were the Darug people. Cliftonville is very popular with water-skiers.
The traditional Italian quarter If you are a lover of good pasta, good coffee and gelato you can’t go past Leichhardt, a suburb infused by years of strong Italian influence. Leichhardt’s main road is Norton Street, which offers a range of traditional Italian shops, cafes and restaurants. The best olive oils, balsamic vinegars, olives, salamis, cheeses and breads can be found at Norton Street Grocer and is a must for those in search of authentic Italian fare. Leichhardt’s streets are filled with an infectious energy, never more so than whenever the Italian soccer team are playing. The centre of Leichhardt’s focus is on the recently developed Italian Forum – a huge plaza surrounded by a plethora of shops selling everything from designer labels to Italian homewares and fresh pasta. Descend the Forum’s own version of Rome’s Spanish Steps, a popular meeting place, and browse the menus of the outdoor cafes and restaurants most of which stay open late. Leichhardt’s been credited with pioneering the concept of al fresco dining, now a standard in cafes and restaurants all over Sydney. Leichardt Highlights….
The gateway to Sydney’s water supply, the village of Warragamba is quiet retreat nestled by the side of Warragamba Dam. A visit to the village will reveal some quaint shops, houses, and narrow streets giving visitors insight into life during the construction of the dam. Silverdale is a fine example of urban growth containing a mix of small to medium and large residential allotments surrounded by rural outskirts.
Paterson is an attractive small township settled amidst mountains and countryside on the Paterson River. The area was once occupied by the Gringgai clan of the Wanaruah Aboriginal people. The first known European in the area was the man whose name the town was to adopt, Colonel William Paterson, who, in 1801, surveyed the area beside the river that Governor King named in his honour. Today, Paterson has various points of interest. A good way to see Paterson is to obtain a walking tour pamphlet from the Hunter River Country Visitor information Centre or the Paterson Museum at the Courthouse. Take a walk around this historic village, browse through the shops and enjoy the country hospitality of its traditional hotels. Have a picnic or barbeque in the park by the beautiful paterson river – the local shops will tempt you with delicious fare. Paterson Courthouse is situated on a slight rise overlooking the river. Built in 1857 with additions completed in 1865 the court house now displays many historical artefacts with the buildings dominant feature being the arcaded porch with its three monumental arches. It is at the Courthouse that Captain thunderbolt’s wife was convicted for vagrancy in 1866. Thunderbolt had worked on the property ‘Tocal’ and returned in 1856 to steal horses. The Rail Motor Society presents a history of train transportation in the region. The Society was founded in 1984 and is based in the beautifully restored Station Master’s cottage. The Rail Motor Society has been dedicated to preserving the state’s railway heritage, helped hugely by the passionate efforts of volunteers. The old ‘Tin Hares’ offer tours from local trips to long weekend getaways across the state. Paterson is a popular fishing spot and, if you want to explore the river, you can launch a boat or canoe here.
Boolaroo is located at the northern end of Lake Macquarie, near Glendale and Warners Bay. One of the largest coastal saltwater lakes in the Southern Hemisphere, Lake Macquarie is surrounded by cosy holiday towns like Belmont, Wangi Wangi, Cooranbong, Swansea and Toronto. Enjoy a sunny afternoon in one of the many boats that grace the shimmering water, catch a wave at one of four patrolled beaches or venture into the mountains for a picnic lunch and sightseeing walk. There are a mammoth 92 towns and villages, 29 public boat ramps, 28 public jetties and wharves and seven marina berth around Lake Macquarie, making it the perfect family holiday destination. For further information, use the side navigation to search for activities, accommodation and events.
Cooranbong is nestled at the foothills of the Watagan Mountains and is the gateway to accessing this stunning wilderness area. Located just off the Sydney-Newcastle F3 freeway, Cooranbong also offers a great range of art and craft houses. As Cooranbong is a seventh day adventist community, many of the shops and places of interest are closed on Saturday. For further information, use the side navigation to search for activities, accommodation and events. One of the largest coastal saltwater lakes in the Southern Hemisphere, Lake Macquarie is surrounded by cosy holiday towns like Belmont, Wangi Wangi, Cooranbong, Swansea and Toronto. Enjoy a sunny afternoon in one of the many boats that grace the shimmering water, catch a wave at one of four patrolled beaches or venture into the mountains for a picnic lunch and sightseeing walk. There are a mammoth 92 towns and villages, 29 public boat ramps, 28 public jetties and wharves and seven marina berths around Lake Macquarie, making it the perfect family holiday destination.
Gwandalan is located at the southern end of Lake Macquarie, near Summerland Point. For further information, use the side navigation to search for activities, accommodation and events. One of the largest coastal saltwater lakes in the Southern Hemisphere, Lake Macquarie is surrounded by cosy holiday towns like Belmont, Wangi Wangi, Cooranbong, Swansea and Toronto. Enjoy a sunny afternoon in one of the many boats that grace the shimmering water, catch a wave at one of four patrolled beaches or venture into the mountains for a picnic lunch and sightseeing walk. There are a mammoth 92 towns and villages, 29 public boat ramps, 28 public jetties and wharves and seven marina berth around Lake Macquarie, making it the perfect family holiday destination. Boat Ramp-Gamban Road