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Pleasure Point
SydneyNew South Wales
Voyager Point 5.JPG
Reservoir in Pleasure Point
Postcode(s) 2172
Elevation 11 m (36 ft)
Location 27 km (17 mi) from Sydney CBD
LGA(s) City of Liverpool
State electorate(s) Holsworthy
Federal Division(s) Hughes
Suburbs around Pleasure Point:
Voyager Point East Hills Picnic Point
Holsworthy Pleasure Point Sandy Point
Holsworthy Holsworthy Sandy Point

Pleasure Point is a small and peaceful suburb located in south-western Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It's about 27 kilometres (that's about 17 miles) south-west of the Sydney central business district (the main city area). This suburb is part of the City of Liverpool local government area. Its postcode is 2172.

Discovering Pleasure Point's Location

Pleasure Point gets its name from a special geographical spot. This spot is on the southern bank of the Georges River. The river is a big part of what makes this area unique.

Neighbouring Suburbs

Pleasure Point is surrounded by a few other suburbs. To its sides, you'll find Voyager Point, Sandy Point, and Holsworthy. Across the Georges River, you can see East Hills and Picnic Point.

How Pleasure Point Has Grown

This suburb has been around for more than 30 years. Its boundaries have changed a bit over time. For example, in 1987, a new suburb called Voyager Point was created. This changed some of Pleasure Point's original borders. The Holsworthy Army Base is also located quite close to Pleasure Point. This base is an important military training area.

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