MacMasters Beach, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids MacMasters Beach Central Coast, New South Wales
Population	1,294 (2016 census)
• Density	479/km2 (1,240/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	2251
Elevation	8 m (26 ft)
Area	2.7 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Location	17 km (11 mi) SE of Gosford 16 km (10 mi) E of Woy Woy 90 km (56 mi) NNE of Sydney
LGA(s)	Central Coast Council
Parish	Kincumber
State electorate(s)	Terrigal
Federal Division(s)	Robertson
Suburbs around MacMasters Beach: Kincumber South Kincumber Copacabana Bensville MacMasters Beach Tasman Sea Bensville Bouddi

MacMasters Beach is a beautiful suburb located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. It sits on the lovely Bouddi Peninsula, facing the Tasman Sea. This area is part of the local government area managed by the Central Coast Council.

Locals often say MacMasters Beach has a special 'village feel'. It is known for its strong sense of community.

History of MacMasters Beach

The name MacMasters Beach comes from Allan MacMaster. He was one of the first people to own land in this area. Allan MacMaster arrived in Australia in 1839 from Scotland. He became a landowner here in 1855.

People from MacMasters Beach

Over the years, some interesting people have called MacMasters Beach home.

Beryl Guertner

Beryl Guertner was a very important person in the world of magazines. She was the editor of Australian House and Garden magazine for 25 years. After her long career, she moved to MacMasters Beach in 1973.

Max Judd

Max Judd was a famous chess player. He lived his entire life in MacMasters Beach. He built his home on a large farm. This farm was right next to the pretty Cockrone Lagoon.

Gallery

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  MacMasters Beach panoramic view

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  Scenic Road Drive

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  Local wildlife

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  Beach house lookout