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'''Palm Beach''' is a northern beachside [[suburb]] of [[Sydney]], in the state of [[New South Wales]], [[Australia]]. Palm Beach is located 41 kilometres north of the [[Sydney central business district]], in the [[Local government in Australia|local government area]] of [[Northern Beaches Council]], in the [[Northern Beaches (Sydney)|Northern Beaches]] region. Palm Beach sits on a [[peninsula]] at the end of Barrenjoey Road, between [[Pittwater]] and [[Broken Bay]].<ref name="UBD">[[Ausway|Sydway]] street directory, 11th Edition 2006, Maps 159-160</ref> Palm Beach is sometimes colloquially referred to as 'Palmy'.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sydney.com/destinations/sydney/sydney-north/palm-beach|title=Palm Beach|publisher=Sydney.com|accessdate=6 June 2013}}</ref>
'''Palm Beach''' is a [[suburb]] in the [[Northern Beaches (Sydney)|northern beaches]] region of [[Sydney]], in the state of [[New South Wales]], [[Australia]]. Palm Beach is located {{convert|41|km}} north of the [[Sydney central business district]], in the [[Local government in Australia|local government area]] of [[Northern Beaches Council]]. Palm Beach sits on a [[peninsula]] at the end of Barrenjoey Road, between [[Pittwater]] and [[Broken Bay]].<ref name="UBD">[[Ausway|Sydway]] street directory, 11th Edition 2006, Maps 159-160</ref> The population of Palm Beach was 1,596 as at the {{CensusAU|2011}}.<ref name="Census2011"/>


Palm Beach is sometimes colloquially referred to as 'Palmy';<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sydney.com/destinations/sydney/sydney-north/palm-beach|title=Palm Beach|work=Sydney.com|publisher=[[Destination NSW]], Government pf New South Wales|accessdate=6 June 2013}}</ref> and is used for exterior filming of the soap opera ''[[Home and Away]]'', as the [[fictional town]] of [[Summer Bay]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.backtothebay.net/home-and-away-tours/ |title=Official Home and Away Tour |work=Back to the bay |date=2017 |access-date=9 June 2017 }}</ref> Palm Beach housing ranges from cottages to grand estates,<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.domain.com.au/sale/palm-beach-nsw-2108/ |title=Real estate properties for sale in Palm Beach, NSW, 2108 |work=domain.com.au |date=June 2017 |access-date=9 June 2017 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.realestate.com.au/buy/in-palm+beach,+nsw+2108/list-1 |title=Real estate and properties for sale in Palm Beach, NSW, 2108 |work=realestate.com.au |date=June 2017 |access-date=9 June 2017 }}</ref> owned by some of the country's most affluent people. Many affluent and famous people can also be found holidaying at Palm Beach in summer.
Palm Beach is used for exterior filming of the soap opera ''[[Home and Away]]'', as the [[fictional town]] of [[Summer Bay]].


==Geography==
==Geography==
Palm Beach is bounded by [[Broken Bay]] to the north, the [[Tasman Sea]] (within the [[South Pacific Ocean]]) to the east, [[Whale Beach, New South Wales|Whale Beach]], [[Avalon, New South Wales|Avalon]] and [[Clareville, New South Wales|Clareville]] to the south, and [[Pittwater]] to the west. [[Barrenjoey, New South Wales|Barrenjoey Headland]], which is in the north of the suburb, is part of [[Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park]]. The headland at the northernmost point rises quite sharply from the beach to over {{convert|100|m}} above sea level, and features an operational lighthouse. The narrow sandy isthmus or [[tombolo]] linking the south side of the headland to the rest of Palm Beach had extensive fencing and shrub planting undertaken during the 1980s to combat sand erosion.
Palm Beach is bounded by Broken Bay to the north, the [[Tasman Sea]] (within the [[South Pacific Ocean]]) to the east, [[Whale Beach, New South Wales|Whale Beach]], [[Avalon, New South Wales|Avalon]] and [[Clareville, New South Wales|Clareville]] to the south, and Pittwater to the west. [[Barrenjoey, New South Wales|Barrenjoey Headland]], which is in the north of the suburb, is part of [[Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park]]. The headland at the northernmost point rises quite sharply from the beach to over {{convert|100|m}} [[Australian Height Datum|above sea level]], and features an operational lighthouse. The narrow sandy isthmus or [[tombolo]] linking the south side of the headland to the rest of Palm Beach had extensive fencing and shrub planting undertaken during the 1980s to combat sand erosion.


===Localities===
===Localities===
The suburb of Palm Beach also contains the following localities: [[Barrenjoey, New South Wales|Barrenjoey]], [[Sand Point, New South Wales|Sand Point]], [[Careel Bay, New South Wales|Careel Bay]], [[Paradise Beach, New South Wales|Paradise Beach]], and [[North Avalon, New South Wales|North Avalon]].
There are five localities at Palm Beach:
* [[Barrenjoey, New South Wales|Barrenjoey]]
* [[Sand Point, New South Wales|Sand Point]]
* [[Careel Bay, New South Wales|Careel Bay]]
* [[Paradise Beach, New South Wales|Paradise Beach]]
* [[North Avalon, New South Wales|North Avalon]]


===Landmarks===
===Landmarks===
[[Image:Barrenjoey Head from West Head.jpg|thumb|[[Barrenjoey, New South Wales|Barrenjoey Headland]] and Station Beach viewed from West Head]]
[[Image:Barrenjoey Head from West Head.jpg|thumb|[[Barrenjoey, New South Wales|Barrenjoey Headland]] and Station Beach viewed from West Head]]
* [[Barrenjoey Head Lighthouse|Barrenjoey Lighthouse]]
Landmarks include the [[Barrenjoey Head Lighthouse|Barrenjoey Lighthouse]], Palm Beach-Boanbong Water Reservoir, Palm Beach-McKay Water Reservoir, Palm Beach-Squaters Lodge, Blueberry Ash, and Iluka Resort Apartments.
* Palm Beach-Boanbong Water Reservoir
* Palm Beach-McKay Water Reservoir
* Palm Beach-Squaters Lodge
* Blueberry Ash
* Iluka Resort Apartments


The {{convert|2.3|km|adj=on}} long east-facing [[Eponym|epynomous]] beach curves in a gentle arc between the prominent {{convert|100|m|adj=on}} high, lighthouse capped, Barrenjoey Head to the sandstone rocks of Little Head in the south, beach linking Barrenjoey to the mainland. North Palm Beach extends {{convert|1.4|km}} south from Barrenjoey, with the northern {{convert|600|m}} backed by a {{convert|200|m|adj=on}} wide densely vegetated foredune. The southern Palm Beach section includes the southern {{convert|600|m}} of beach, which curves to the southeast in the southern Kiddies Corner. It receives increasing protection from Little Head with waves decreasing in height down the beach. [[Riparian|Rips]] usually extend all the way to the head, though usually smaller in size, with a weak permanent rip against the southern rocks.<ref name=beachsafe>{{cite web |url=https://beachsafe.org.au/beach/nsw/pittwater/palm-beach/palm |title=Palm Beach, NSW |work=Beach Safe |publisher=Australian Government |date=June 2017 |access-date=9 June 2017 }}</ref>
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==History==


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==History==
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===Origin of the name===
===Origin of the name===
The southern end of the Palm Beach is marked as Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour on a map of 1832. Palm Beach was later named after the [[Cabbage Tree palms]] ''livistona australis'' that were near [[Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour]]. The plant's species name gave origin to Livistona Lane, off Palm Beach Road.
The southern end of the Palm Beach is marked as Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour on a map of 1832. Palm Beach was later named after the [[Cabbage Tree palms]] ''livistona australis'' that were near [[Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour]]. The plant's species name gave origin to Livistona Lane, off Palm Beach Road.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/library/local_history/Pittwaters_past/palm_beach |title=Palm Beach |work=Mona Vale Library |publisher=Pittwater Council |date= |access-date=9 June 2017 }}</ref>


===European settlement===
===European settlement===
The Southern end of the ocean beach is marked as Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour on a [[map]] of 1832. Palm Beach was later named after the Cabbage Tree palms ''livistona australis''. Palm Beach, [[Barrenjoey, New South Wales|Barrenjoey]] and most of [[Whale Beach, New South Wales|Whale Beach]] (400 [[acre]]s) was granted to James Napper in 1816. During the 19th century, a few Europeans and Chinese lived at Snapperman Beach catching and drying fish.<ref>''The Book of Sydney Suburbs'', Compiled by Frances Pollon, Angus & Robertson Publishers, 1990, Published in Australia ISBN 0-207-14495-8, page 198</ref>
The Southern end of the ocean beach is marked as Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour on a map of 1832. Palm Beach was later named after the Cabbage Tree palms ''livistona australis''. Palm Beach, Barrenjoey and most of Whale Beach ({{convert|400|acre|ha|order=flip}}) was granted to James Napper in 1816. During the 19th century, a few Europeans and Chinese lived at Snapperman Beach catching and drying fish.<ref>{{cite book |title=The Book of Sydney Suburbs |editor=Pollon, Frances |publisher=Angus & Robertson Publishers |date=1990 |location=Australia |isbn=0-207-14495-8 |page=198 }}</ref>


In 1900 all land, except Barrenjoey Headland, which had been purchased by the government in 1881, was divided into 18 large blocks, listed as good grazing land, and offered for sale. None sold. In 1912, the land was offered again in smaller residential blocks, offering fishing, sailing, golf and rowing. Most houses were built from local sandstone, other materials were shipped in. Some were guest houses but most were second homes for those who could afford them.
In 1900 all land, except Barrenjoey Headland, which had been purchased by the government in 1881, was divided into 18 large blocks, listed as good grazing land, and offered for sale. None sold. In 1912, the land was offered again in smaller residential blocks, offering fishing, sailing, golf and rowing. Most houses were built from local sandstone, other materials were shipped in. Some were guest houses but most were second homes for those who could afford them.


Palm Beach wharf was the terminus reached by boat from [[Newport, New South Wales|Newport]] or [[Bayview, New South Wales|Bayview]]. Hordern and Wiltshire Parks and Mackay Reserve were donated by RJ Hordern, who lived at Kalua, opposite the beach. Since [[World War II]] the area has become more residential but still remains a secluded peninsula at the northern point of [[Pittwater]].
Palm Beach wharf was the terminus reached by boat from [[Newport, New South Wales|Newport]] or [[Bayview, New South Wales|Bayview]]. Hordern and Wiltshire Parks and Mackay Reserve were donated by RJ Hordern, who lived at Kalua, opposite the beach. Since [[World War II]] the area has become more residential but still remains a secluded peninsula at the northern point of Pittwater.


===Timeline of history===
===Timeline of history===
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==Schools==
==Schools==
The nearest primary school and high school for people residing in Palm Beach is
The nearest primary school and high school for people residing in Palm Beach are the Avalon Public School - which is a co-educational primary school catering for students K - 6; and the Barrenjoey High School - which is a co-educational high school catering for students 7 - 12.

Avalon Public School - which is a co-educational primary school catering for students K - 6

Barrenjoey High School - which is a co-educational high school catering for students 7 - 12


==Transport==
==Transport==
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Palm Beach and Hawkesbury River Cruises runs a ferry service from Palm Beach wharf to [[Patonga, New South Wales|Patonga]]. [[Barrenjoey Road]] provides access by bus or car. Bus routes servicing Palm Beach, are operated by [[Sydney Buses]]. Routes 190 and [[Sydney bus route L90|L90]] go to/from city Railway Square.
Palm Beach and Hawkesbury River Cruises runs a ferry service from Palm Beach wharf to [[Patonga, New South Wales|Patonga]]. [[Barrenjoey Road]] provides access by bus or car. Bus routes servicing Palm Beach, are operated by [[Sydney Buses]]. Routes 190 and [[Sydney bus route L90|L90]] go to/from city Railway Square.

==Demographics==
The population of Palm Beach is 1,607.

Palm Beach features everything from cottages to grand estates, owned by some of the country's most affluent people. Many affluent and famous people can also be found holidaying at Palm Beach in summer.


==Sport and recreation==
==Sport and recreation==
Palm Beach has a number of parks, beaches, and sporting areas, including part of the [[Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park]], and the beach which gives the area its name. Careel Bay Ovals Sporting Complex includes facilities for rugby league, soccer and tennis.
Palm Beach has a number of parks, beaches, and sporting areas, including part of the [[Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park]], and the beach which gives the area its name. Careel Bay Ovals Sporting Complex includes facilities for rugby league, soccer and tennis.


Palm Beach has a golf club, sailing club, surf school and two [[surf lifesaving]] clubs. The North Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club, is a set for television [[soap opera]] ''[[Home and Away]]'' and has 'Summer Bay Surf Club' painted on the beach side. [[Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club]], founded in 1921, is patrolled by paid surf lifesavers on weekdays during summer and by volunteers from the Palm Beach SLSC on weekends. The Surf Club is one of the biggest in NSW, with members coming from all over Sydney. The beach also attracts rock climbers, due to there being two sandstone boulders with highly featured vertical and overhanging features allowing for bouldering.
Palm Beach has a golf club, sailing club, surf school and two [[surf lifesaving]] clubs. The North Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club, is a set for television [[soap opera]] ''[[Home and Away]]'' and has 'Summer Bay Surf Club' painted on the beach side. [[Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club]], founded in 1921, is patrolled by paid surf lifesavers on weekdays during summer and by volunteers from the Palm Beach SLSC on weekends.<ref name=beachsafe/> The Surf Club is one of the biggest in NSW,{{citation needed|date=June 2017}} with members coming from all over Sydney. The beach also attracts rock climbers, due to there being two sandstone boulders with highly featured vertical and overhanging features allowing for bouldering.


{{wide image|Palm Beach Panorama.JPG|800px|Palm Beach Panorama}}
{{wide image|Palm Beach Panorama.JPG|800px|Palm Beach Panorama}}
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* Avalon Rugby League Club
* Avalon Rugby League Club
* Careel Bay Tennis Club
* Careel Bay Tennis Club
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* North Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club
* Palm Beach Golf Club
* Palm Beach Golf Club
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* Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club
* Palm Beach Ice Fishing Club
* Palm Beach Ice Fishing Club
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* North Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club
* Palm Beach Sailing Club
* Palm Beach Sailing Club
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* Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club

==See also==
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*[[List of Sydney suburbs]]


==References==
==References==
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==Further reading==
==Further reading==
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*{{cite book |author=Huntsman, Leone |title=Sand in our Souls - the Beach in Australian History |publisher=Macquarie University Press |location=Sydney |date=2001 |isbn= }}
*{{cite book |author=Huntsman, Leone |title=Sand in our Souls - the Beach in Australian History |publisher=Macquarie University Press |location=Sydney |date=2001 |isbn= }}
*{{cite book |author=Barker, Karina |chapter=The lifesaver |title=Guide to Sydney Beaches: An anthology |editor=Les Wicks |publisher=Meuse Press |location= |url=http://sydneybeaches.tripod.com/beaches.pdf |date= }}
*{{cite book |author=Barker, Karina |chapter=The lifesaver |title=Guide to Sydney Beaches: An anthology |editor=Les Wicks |publisher=Meuse Press |location= |url=http://sydneybeaches.tripod.com/beaches.pdf |date= }}
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* {{cite web |url=http://dictionaryofsydney.org/place/palm_beach |title=Palm Beach |accessdate=28 September 2015 |author1=Macleod, Virginia |author2=Mona Vale Library |date=2008 |work=[[Dictionary of Sydney]]}}


== External links ==
*[http://www.sydney.com/destinations/sydney/sydney-north/palm-beach/ Palm Beach - Sydney.com]
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* {{cite web | url = http://dictionaryofsydney.org/place/palm_beach | title = Palm Beach | accessdate = 28 September 2015 | author = Virginia Macleod - Mona Vale Library | date = 2008 | work=[[Dictionary of Sydney]]}} <nowiki>[</nowiki>[[Creative Commons license|CC-By-SA]]<nowiki>]</nowiki>
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Palm Beach
Sydney, New South Wales
A view of Palm Beach from Barrenjoey Lighthouse
Population1,596 (2011 census)[1]
 • Density614/km2 (1,590/sq mi)
Established1911
Postcode(s)2108
Area2.6 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Location41 km (25 mi) north of Sydney CBD
LGA(s)Northern Beaches Council
State electorate(s)Pittwater
Federal division(s)Mackellar
Suburbs around Palm Beach:
Broken Bay
Pittwater Palm Beach Tasman Sea
Clareville Avalon Whale Beach

Palm Beach is a suburb in the northern beaches region of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Palm Beach is located 41 kilometres (25 mi) north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Northern Beaches Council. Palm Beach sits on a peninsula at the end of Barrenjoey Road, between Pittwater and Broken Bay.[2] The population of Palm Beach was 1,596 as at the 2011 census.[1]

Palm Beach is sometimes colloquially referred to as 'Palmy';[3] and is used for exterior filming of the soap opera Home and Away, as the fictional town of Summer Bay.[4] Palm Beach housing ranges from cottages to grand estates,[5][6] owned by some of the country's most affluent people. Many affluent and famous people can also be found holidaying at Palm Beach in summer.

Geography

Palm Beach is bounded by Broken Bay to the north, the Tasman Sea (within the South Pacific Ocean) to the east, Whale Beach, Avalon and Clareville to the south, and Pittwater to the west. Barrenjoey Headland, which is in the north of the suburb, is part of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The headland at the northernmost point rises quite sharply from the beach to over 100 metres (330 ft) above sea level, and features an operational lighthouse. The narrow sandy isthmus or tombolo linking the south side of the headland to the rest of Palm Beach had extensive fencing and shrub planting undertaken during the 1980s to combat sand erosion.

Localities

The suburb of Palm Beach also contains the following localities: Barrenjoey, Sand Point, Careel Bay, Paradise Beach, and North Avalon.

Landmarks

Barrenjoey Headland and Station Beach viewed from West Head

Landmarks include the Barrenjoey Lighthouse, Palm Beach-Boanbong Water Reservoir, Palm Beach-McKay Water Reservoir, Palm Beach-Squaters Lodge, Blueberry Ash, and Iluka Resort Apartments.

The 2.3-kilometre (1.4 mi) long east-facing epynomous beach curves in a gentle arc between the prominent 100-metre (330 ft) high, lighthouse capped, Barrenjoey Head to the sandstone rocks of Little Head in the south, beach linking Barrenjoey to the mainland. North Palm Beach extends 1.4 kilometres (0.87 mi) south from Barrenjoey, with the northern 600 metres (2,000 ft) backed by a 200-metre (660 ft) wide densely vegetated foredune. The southern Palm Beach section includes the southern 600 metres (2,000 ft) of beach, which curves to the southeast in the southern Kiddies Corner. It receives increasing protection from Little Head with waves decreasing in height down the beach. Rips usually extend all the way to the head, though usually smaller in size, with a weak permanent rip against the southern rocks.[7]

History

Origin of the name

The southern end of the Palm Beach is marked as Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour on a map of 1832. Palm Beach was later named after the Cabbage Tree palms livistona australis that were near Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour. The plant's species name gave origin to Livistona Lane, off Palm Beach Road.[8]

European settlement

The Southern end of the ocean beach is marked as Cabbage Tree Boat Harbour on a map of 1832. Palm Beach was later named after the Cabbage Tree palms livistona australis. Palm Beach, Barrenjoey and most of Whale Beach (160 hectares (400 acres)) was granted to James Napper in 1816. During the 19th century, a few Europeans and Chinese lived at Snapperman Beach catching and drying fish.[9]

In 1900 all land, except Barrenjoey Headland, which had been purchased by the government in 1881, was divided into 18 large blocks, listed as good grazing land, and offered for sale. None sold. In 1912, the land was offered again in smaller residential blocks, offering fishing, sailing, golf and rowing. Most houses were built from local sandstone, other materials were shipped in. Some were guest houses but most were second homes for those who could afford them.

Palm Beach wharf was the terminus reached by boat from Newport or Bayview. Hordern and Wiltshire Parks and Mackay Reserve were donated by RJ Hordern, who lived at Kalua, opposite the beach. Since World War II the area has become more residential but still remains a secluded peninsula at the northern point of Pittwater.

Timeline of history

  • Aboriginal inhabitants in area- Garigal clan of Guringai speaking people. Lands extended from Broken Bay to Port Jackson and to Lane Cove.
  • 1770- Captain Cook names Broken bay.
  • 1788-1789- area explored by Governor Arthur Phillip and Captain John Hunter
  • 1788- Arthur Phillip (1738–1814) 2 March 1788, named "Barrenjuee" (Little Kangaroo or Wallaby). Barrenjoey has had at least 9 different spellings.
  • 1789- Smallpox epidemic killed 50%-90% of local Aboriginal population.
  • 1806- A sole ship wreck survivor is rescued by Aboriginals in Broken Bay.
  • 1816 Land grant 400 acres (1.6 km2) to Surgeon James Napper RN by Governor Macquarie (1761–1824) - Headland to Whale Beach,8/- pa.
  • 1804- Pat Flynn had a large garden below Observation Pt (facing Pittwater south of golf course) to supply passing ships.
  • 1825- John Howard, an emancipist who arrived on the first fleet in 1788 lives at Barrenjoey in a cottage with two other fishermen.
  • 1843- Customs Station set up under John B Howard. Near ranger's cottage. Constructed Smugglers Track. Smuggling of rum, brandy, tobacco. Today drugs & narcotics.
  • 1840- Albert Black (1840–1890) becomes customs officer and adopted grandson of merchant Simeon Lord famous in early Sydney.
  • 1842- Four Convicts build a Customs House at Barrenjoey and build a track to the headland.
  • 1855- A navigation light is established on the headland.
  • 1863- A Chinese fishing settlement is established at Snappermans Beach.
  • 1881- Government repurchased headland for £1250 from the Wentworth family.
  • 1881- A stone lighthouse and three cottages are built according to the designs of Colonial Architect James Barnet.
  • 1893- A school is established at Palm Beach.
  • 1911- Palm Beach is subdivided and an extension to customs House is built.
  • 1912- Telephone is connected to Palm Beach.
  • 1916-1919 The oldest bungalows were built at Palm Beach during this period.
  • 1976- Customs House burnt down.
  • 1978- Mel Gibson stars in the movie "Tim" filmed mostly at Barrenjoey Customs House (1911)
  • 1988–present- Palm Beach is the location of exterior scenes for Summer Bay, the fictional coastal town featured in the long-running soap opera Home and Away.
  • 2004-2005- Construction of a Museum and a Public Toilet next to the lighthouse.
  • 2013-A fire engulfs the Barrenjoey headland, threatening to destroy the heritage listed headland. It is contained by local firefighters and no damage was done.
The view south from Barrenjoey Headland

Commercial area

Facilities in Palm Beach include a milk bar, a large RSL, hairdresser, beautician, preschool, and a number of cafes, restaurants, and bed and breakfast establishments.

Schools

The nearest primary school and high school for people residing in Palm Beach are the Avalon Public School - which is a co-educational primary school catering for students K - 6; and the Barrenjoey High School - which is a co-educational high school catering for students 7 - 12.

Transport

Palm Beach Seaplanes operate seaplane services from Palm Beach to Rose Bay in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, Cottage Point and Berowra Waters. Palm Beach Water Airport is located at the north end of Governor Phillip Drive and Golf Drive, just south of the headland. The Palm Beach Ferry runs a service from a wharf in the town centre to Ettalong, Great Mackerel Beach, Currawong Beach, Coasters Retreat and The Basin.[10]

Palm Beach and Hawkesbury River Cruises runs a ferry service from Palm Beach wharf to Patonga. Barrenjoey Road provides access by bus or car. Bus routes servicing Palm Beach, are operated by Sydney Buses. Routes 190 and L90 go to/from city Railway Square.

Sport and recreation

Palm Beach has a number of parks, beaches, and sporting areas, including part of the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, and the beach which gives the area its name. Careel Bay Ovals Sporting Complex includes facilities for rugby league, soccer and tennis.

Palm Beach has a golf club, sailing club, surf school and two surf lifesaving clubs. The North Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club, is a set for television soap opera Home and Away and has 'Summer Bay Surf Club' painted on the beach side. Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club, founded in 1921, is patrolled by paid surf lifesavers on weekdays during summer and by volunteers from the Palm Beach SLSC on weekends.[7] The Surf Club is one of the biggest in NSW,[citation needed] with members coming from all over Sydney. The beach also attracts rock climbers, due to there being two sandstone boulders with highly featured vertical and overhanging features allowing for bouldering.

Palm Beach Panorama

Clubs

  • Avalon Soccer Club
  • Avalon Rugby League Club
  • Careel Bay Tennis Club
  • North Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club
  • Palm Beach Golf Club
  • Palm Beach Ice Fishing Club
  • Palm Beach Sailing Club
  • Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Australian Bureau of Statistics (31 October 2012). "Palm Beach (State Suburb)". 2011 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 25 March 2017. Edit this at Wikidata
  2. ^ Sydway street directory, 11th Edition 2006, Maps 159-160
  3. ^ "Palm Beach". Sydney.com. Destination NSW, Government pf New South Wales. Retrieved 6 June 2013.
  4. ^ "Official Home and Away Tour". Back to the bay. 2017. Retrieved 9 June 2017.
  5. ^ "Real estate properties for sale in Palm Beach, NSW, 2108". domain.com.au. June 2017. Retrieved 9 June 2017.
  6. ^ "Real estate and properties for sale in Palm Beach, NSW, 2108". realestate.com.au. June 2017. Retrieved 9 June 2017.
  7. ^ a b "Palm Beach, NSW". Beach Safe. Australian Government. June 2017. Retrieved 9 June 2017.
  8. ^ "Palm Beach". Mona Vale Library. Pittwater Council. Retrieved 9 June 2017.
  9. ^ Pollon, Frances, ed. (1990). The Book of Sydney Suburbs. Australia: Angus & Robertson Publishers. p. 198. ISBN 0-207-14495-8.
  10. ^ Palm Beach Ferries Web site

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