Revesby, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Revesby Sydney, New South Wales
Marco Avenue, near The River Road
Revesby Location in Sydney
Population	14,176 (2016 census)
Postcode(s)	2212
Elevation	14 m (46 ft)
Location	22 km (14 mi) south-west of Sydney CBD
LGA(s)	City of Canterbury-Bankstown
State electorate(s)	East Hills
Federal Division(s)	Banks
Suburbs around Revesby: Milperra Condell Park Bankstown Panania Revesby Padstow Picnic Point Revesby Heights Padstow Heights

Revesby is a suburb located in Sydney, Australia. It's about 22 kilometres south-west of the main city centre. Revesby is part of the City of Canterbury-Bankstown area in New South Wales.

Most of Revesby is made up of homes. It grew a lot after World War II as Sydney expanded. The suburb is surrounded by other areas like Bankstown, Condell Park, Panania, and Padstow. To the south, it borders Revesby Heights and Picnic Point, which are near the Georges River.

History of Revesby

How Revesby Got Its Name

Revesby was named in 1913. It honours Sir Joseph Banks, a famous botanist. He sailed with Captain James Cook on the ship Endeavour in 1770. Banks inherited an estate called Revesby Abbey in England. This is why he was known as the "Squire of Revesby." You can also find his name at Sir Joseph Banks High School.

Early Land Owners

In 1804, George Johnston received land here. He was a marine officer who arrived with the First Fleet. His wife, Esther Julian, was granted 570 acres of land in 1813. Part of her land was later divided into smaller blocks in 1889. This area was known as the Beaconsfield Estate.

The first people who owned land in Revesby did not live there. One of the earliest large houses was 'The Pah'. It was built in 1896-1897 by Samuel John Hales. The house is still standing today.

Important Milestones

The first school in the area opened in 1896. It was called Bankstown South, but now it's Revesby Public School. The railway station opened in 1931, making it easier for people to travel. The local post office started in 1955.

Who Lives in Revesby?

Revesby's Population in 2016

According to the 2016 Australian census, 14,176 people lived in Revesby. It's a very diverse community!

• About 58.2% of people were born in Australia.
• Many others came from countries like China (5.7%), Vietnam (4.7%), Lebanon (3.3%), India (2.5%), New Zealand (2.0%), and Pakistan (1.0%).

Languages Spoken at Home

• About 51.2% of people spoke only English at home.
• Other languages spoken included Arabic (10.0%), Vietnamese (6.4%), Mandarin (5.4%), Cantonese (4.1%), and Greek (3.0%).

Religions in Revesby

• The most common religion was Catholic (27.8%).
• Many people also reported having no religion (18.9%).
• Other religions included Anglican (10.8%) and Islam (8.1%).

Shopping and Services

Marco Avenue, looking east from Simmons Street

Revesby Abbey, Marco Avenue

Revesby has a busy shopping area. It's located right next to Revesby railway station. The main streets for shops are Marco Avenue and Selems Parade. You can find banks, many different shops, restaurants, and cafes here.

In the early 2000s, a large Woolworths supermarket was built on Marco Avenue. A new building called Revesby Abbey was also finished in 2003. This building has homes and shops. These new developments brought many more shoppers and businesses to the area. Revesby Abbey is now a popular place to meet friends.

Fun Things to Do in Revesby

Revesby Workers Club

Revesby Workers' Club

A big attraction in Revesby is the Revesby Workers' Club. It first opened in 1962. Today, it has over 50,000 members! The club has many modern facilities. It has been updated several times, with major changes in 2000. More expansions are planned to make it even bigger. There's also a large car park and another supermarket nearby. This makes it easy for locals to enjoy entertainment and buy things.

Arts and Crafts Fair

An Arts and Crafts Fair is held every month. You can find it at Abel Reserve. It's a great place to see local art and handmade items.

Getting Around Revesby

Train Services

Revesby railway station is on the East Hills railway line. During busy times in the morning and afternoon, express trains run. These trains go through Sydenham and Redfern.

Bus Services

Buses in Revesby are run by U-Go Mobility. They follow routes that connect Revesby to other suburbs.

Schools in Revesby

Revesby has several schools for students of all ages:

• Revesby Public School
• Revesby South Public School
• Sir Joseph Banks High School
• St Lukes Catholic Primary School
• Broderick Gillawarna School
• De La Salle College

For older students, a campus of the Western Sydney University is in Milperra. You can also take Technical and Further Education (TAFE) courses in nearby Bankstown and Padstow.

Sports in Revesby

Revesby is a great place for sports!

• Revesby Workers Football Club plays at Marco Reserve.
• Revesby Rover's Football Soccer Club Inc. plays at Amour Park.
• St Christopher's Soccer Club also plays at Marco Reserve.
• St Christopher's Junior Rugby League Club is part of the Canterbury-Bankstown District. Famous players like Brent Sherwin and Corey Hughes played here.
• You can also find the Revesby Skate Park.
• The Max Parker Leisure & Aquatic Centre is a great spot for swimming and other activities.
• Revesby Workers Cricket Club and St Christopher's Cricket Club are active.
• Panania Cricket Club has produced famous players like Steve Waugh and Mark Waugh.

Famous People From Revesby

Some notable people have lived in Revesby:

• Pat Clancy, a trade union leader.
• Eric Cox, a rugby league administrator.
• Lisa Jackson Pulver, an epidemiologist.
• Johnny Raper, a rugby league player.
• Maurie Raper, also a rugby league player.
• Sean Russo, a paralympian.