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Suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Brooklyn is a small fishing town perched on the banks of the Hawkesbury River, making it one of the most northerly areas of Sydney. As it's south of the Hawkesbury, it's still considered to be a part of Sydney and it and some nearby islands such as Dangar Island are a part of Hornsby Shire Council.
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A small beach and swimming area enclosed by sharks nets that is shallow enough for young children. There are bathrooms and a large playground next to it.
The ferry to Dangar Island leaves hourly. You can take a ferry across and just sit at the wharf coffee shop on the other side and wait for a return. There is also a bowling club here with limited hours, for lunch, dinner and a beer. For a little more activity, you can walk around the island in a couple of hours. It's part bushwalk, part river views, and part observation of the island habitations, which are half hippy style with vege patches and half mansion style with sweeping vistas. Locals are friendly, and you don't half to walk far from the wharf to feel a million kilometres away from everything.
There is a good trek between Brooklyn and Cowan Train Station via Jerusalem Bay. It takes 3-4 hours, and with no facilities or roads on the way you should ensure that you have packed enough water and food. The section heading out of Brooklyn is steep up hill, and requires moderate fitness.
The only place you'll find food in town after dark. A nice deck. Live music on Sundays. Accommodation as well.
The closest restaurant to the train station.
The mullet and chips is their go-to dish.
By train
Hawkesbury River Station on the Sydney to Newcastle line. Despite its name, it's in the middle of Brooklyn town. Some express services do not stop here.
By foot or by ferry
Brooklyn is on the 250 km Great North Walk that connects Sydney and Newcastle. You can join the walk at Cowan station, and continue the walk up to Brooklyn (Hawkesbury River Station) for a day walk.
By bus
CDC NSW runs route 592 between Cheero Point, Mooney Mooney and Brooklyn. The bus route runs Monday to Saturday (excluding public holidays).
CDC NSW runs route 592 between Hawkesbury River station and the western part of the town. The bus route runs Monday to Saturday (excluding public holidays).
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