Is Shoal Bay a good place to live?

Is Shoal Bay a good place to live?

Shoal Bay is a very relaxed place to live and a great place for people who want to be surrounded by nature with beautiful beaches only walking distance away.

Why is it called Nelson Bay?

Origin of Name The name may have come from the Lady Nelson which was used by Governor Lachlan Macquarie when he visited Port Stephens in 1812 or it may simply have been named after Admiral Horatio Nelson, the hero who died at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.

How old is Nelson Bay?

We celebrated the 50yr anniversary of Nelson Bay Golf Club in 2011. There are still Foundation Members from 1961 playing golf 50 years on.

What country is Shoal Bay in?

Public buses are available to Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay. Newcastle Airport offers direct flights to and from eight destinations throughout southeastern Australia.

What is it like living in Port Stephens?

A stunning marine wonderland, Port Stephens is known as the blue water paradise. With a vibrant and diverse economy, it boasts a strong community spirit and an amazing range of sporting, cultural and community organisations.

Is Nelson Bay a safe place to live?

Nelson Bay is a fantastic place to raise a family, with a healthy lifestyle surrounded by beautiful beaches, bush walks and nature’s finest! There are great schools and lots of sporting options any day of the week.

Why is it called Bobs Farm?

During the gold rush days of the 1850’s Magnus was moderately successful at Ballarat and Bendigo, and returned and purchased land at Bob’s Farm which was then part of the area known as Hannah Bay. The name Bobs Farm is believed to have originated with Bob, a convict stockman for an Englishman known as Gentleman Smith.

Can you swim at Nelson Bay?

There are two bays to swim at in Nelson Bay – the bay itself (above) and also the stretch of sand inside the marina near the playground (below). The bay inside the marina has BBQ areas and plenty of shade along the walking path if you wish to take a picnic.

Is Shoal Bay part of Central Coast?

Shoal Bay, New South Wales

Shoal Bay New South Wales
LGA(s)	Port Stephens Council
Region	Hunter
County	Gloucester
Parish	Tomaree

Where is Shoal Bay beach?

Anguilla’s
Anguilla’s most famous beach, Shoal Bay Anguilla beach. More is written about Shoal Bay than any other Anguilla beach. Consistently it ranks as one of the top beaches in not only the Caribbean, but the entire world.

Is Nelson Bay a nice place to live?

What is Port Stephens known for?

A holiday to Port Stephens is all about the sea and sand, tasting freshly caught seafood, wading in the clear waters and sandboarding down the spectacular Stockton Sand Dunes. Port Stephens is one of the most incredible natural ‘stages’ on earth with a wealth of ‘bucket-list’ worthy experiences waiting for you.

What is Nelson Bay like to live?

What is the population of Nelson Bay?

5,820 people
In the 2016 Census, there were 5,820 people in Nelson Bay (NSW).

What does Bob farm do?

Bobs Farm is the centre of a thriving, environmentally friendly, aquaculture industry that exports technology. In 2007 pioneering aquaculture technology, based around a recirculating system that is the only one in the world to provide consistent reproduction, was sold for the creation of six farms in the United States.

How many beaches are in Nelson Bay?

The Nelson Bay area is a popular tourist destination in the Port Stephens region, 2.5 hours north of Sydney. It is popular for its clear blue water, bright white sand, scenic cafes and chilled-out, holiday atmosphere.

Is Nelson Bay in the Central Coast?

Nelson Bay is a significant township of the Port Stephens local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is located on a bay of the same name on the southern shore of Port Stephens about 60 kilometres (37 mi) by road north-east of Newcastle, its nearest rail link.

Is it safe to swim Shoal Bay?

Other popular family-friendly bays nearby include Little Beach, Shoal Bay and Dutchmans Beach – all of which have safe, shallow areas to play.