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Region of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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The Northern Beaches of Sydney refers to a suburban district located in the north of the city, as well as a stretch of famous beaches extending northwards from Sydney Harbour and North Head at Manly to Barrenjoey Point and Broken Bay, fronting the Pacific Ocean. In general, the suburbs that fall within the Northern Beaches Council local government area are considered the "Northern Beaches".
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A bushland suburb with gorgeous views of winding waterways in the upper areas of Middle Harbour. Originally a picnic area, it gets its name from a county town in the County Kerry region of Ireland.
The major sporting team of the area is the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles. Manly plays 12 home games each season (March to September) at Brookvale Oval, which is on Pittwater Road near Warringah Mall. There is seating both in covered grandstands and on the grass in the area known as the hill.
The Northern Beaches boast two main rugby union sides: Manly, based in Manly itself, and Warringah (affectionately known as 'the Rats'), based in Narrabeen.
Fine dining restaurant serving contemporary Australian cuisine.
Seafood restaurant in a 1920s setting.
Sardininan fine dining with a great seaside view!
Dorm beds $20-$26 per night; double or twin rooms $64 per night; $84 with ensuite.
Nestled in the bushland surrounds of Terrey Hills, Checkers Resort and Conference Centre offers a stunning location.
Offers a popular suburban shopping amenity.
By ferry
In the south, the Northern Beaches are connected to Circular Quay by the famous Manly Ferry, running every fifteen minutes between Manly and the (Sydney City Centre).
By bus
Buses run from the city to Mona Vale, and from Manly to neighbouring suburbs. Suburbs in the Forest District are serviced by CDC NSW and run to the city and North Shore Line train stations.
By car
There are only three ways to get to the Northern Beaches by car. The first route is the Spit Bridge from Mosman (Military Road/Spit Road).
By bike
Roseville station to Dee Why is roughly one hour by cycling. You can also get from Victoria Cross metro to Manly in roughly an hour too.
By seaplane
Palm Beach Seaplanes or Sydney Harbour Seaplanes from Rose Bay, Cottage Point and Mooney Mooney to Palm Beach area.
By ferry
There are a couple of specialised local service ferries around the northern beaches.
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