Cammeraygal people
The suburb of Waverton is on the traditional land of the Cammeraygal people. The bush and rock outcrops at Balls Head still feature carvings and other archaeological evidence of the original owners.
Which Council is Waverton?
North Sydney Council
The area now covered by North Sydney Council originally comprised three municipalities: the Borough of East St Leonards from 1860 (Kirribilli, Cremorne Point, Milsons Point), the Borough of St Leonards from 1867 (Cammeray, Mosman, Waverton, Wollstonecraft) and the very small Borough of Victoria from 1871 (McMahons …
What LGA is waverton?
Waverton is 4 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of North Sydney Council….Waverton, New South Wales.
| Waverton Sydney, New South Wales | |
|---|---|
| Postcode(s) | 2060 |
| Area | 0.8 km2 (0.3 sq mi) |
| Location | 4 km (2 mi) north of Sydney CBD |
| LGA(s) | North Sydney Council |
What Aboriginal country is manly on?
the Guringai people
Acknowledgement of Country Manly Council acknowledges that we are here today on the land of the Guringai people. The Guringai are the traditional owners of this land and are part of the oldest surviving continuous culture in the world.
What is the language Nation of Willoughby?
The lower North Shore area, including today’s Willoughby area, was the home of the Camaraigal clan of the Guringai language nation. This group was distinguished by their numbers, the robust and muscular physique of the people and its authority over surrounding groups.
Which LGA is Mosman?
Mosman Council
Mosman, New South Wales
| Mosman Sydney, New South Wales | |
|---|---|
| Location | 8 km (5 mi) NE of Sydney CBD |
| LGA(s) | Mosman Council |
| State electorate(s) | North Shore |
| Federal division(s) | Warringah |
What LGA is manly in?
Manly is the administrative centre of the Manly Council local government area which also includes the suburbs of Balgowlah, Balgowlah Heights, Clontarf, Fairlight, and Seaforth.
Which LGA is Neutral Bay?
Neutral Bay is a harbourside suburb on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Neutral Bay is around 1.5 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of North Sydney Council. Neutral Bay takes its name from the bay on Sydney Harbour.
What is the postcode for Waverton?
2060
Waverton/Postal codes
What is the Aboriginal name for Manly NSW?
Gamaragal – Aboriginal People of Manly and Northern Sydney.
What was manly named after?
Manly was named by Captain Arthur Phillip for the Indigenous people living there, stating that “their confidence and manly behaviour made me give the name of Manly Cove to this place”. These men were of the Kay-ye-my clan (of the Guringai people).
How do you say hello in Aboriginal?
Some of the most well known Aboriginal words for hello are: Kaya, which means hello in the Noongar language. Palya is a Pintupi language word used as a greeting much in the same way that two friends would say hello in English while Yaama is a Gamilaraay language word for hello used in Northern NSW.
Where is Waverton Park and how do I Park?
Located in Woolcott Avenue, Waverton Park is a five-minute stroll from Waverton railway station, but on-street parking is also available. The first feature you notice is the custom-designed Merrett Playground which sits near the street at the top level of the park.
Is Waverton a suburb of Sydney?
Waverton is a suburb on the lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Waverton is 4 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of North Sydney Council . Waverton was named in 1929 after the Waverton Estate of an early resident, Robert Old.
Where’s the best Harbourfront parkland in Waverton?
Waverton Park is part of an extensive network of open space that winds its way along the waterfront to Balls Head Reserve. For some truly enviable harbour views, follow your nose around the water’s edge to nearby Waverton Peninsula Reserve. This former BP site is another piece of harbourfront parkland well worth exploring.
What’s inside Waverton Bowling Club Park?
The Waverton Bowling Club comprises a clubhouse and two bowling greens. The historic Geraghty Gates are located in the north western corner of the Park. The Park contains public toilets, change rooms, seats, picnic tables and the custom-designed Merrett Playground which has a ‘motoring’ theme.
