Warners Bay, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Warners BayCity of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales |
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 Warners Bay
Location in the Hunter-Central Coast Region
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| Population | 8,237 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 1,030/km2 (2,700/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2282 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 8 km2 (3.1 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Lake Macquarie | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Kahibah | ||||||||||||||
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| Federal Division(s) | Shortland | ||||||||||||||
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Warners Bay is a lively suburb in New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the City of Lake Macquarie. You can find it about 15 kilometers (9 miles) west-southwest of Newcastle's city center. It sits right on the eastern side of Lake Macquarie. Many people think of Warners Bay as part of the bigger Greater Newcastle area.
The suburb got its name from Jonathan Warner, one of the first people to settle there. Warners Bay is a busy place. It is the second-largest population center in Lake Macquarie. In 2021, over 8,200 people lived there. More than 600 businesses also operate in the area.
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History of Warners Bay
The first people to live in the Warners Bay area were the Awabakal people. They have a long and rich history connected to this land.
Fun Things to Do in Warners Bay
Warners Bay has two main areas where you can find lots of businesses and activities.
Lakeside Fun
Near the beautiful lake, you will find many local shops. There are also cafes and restaurants where you can eat outside. It is a great spot to enjoy a meal with a view. You can also visit Warners Bay Village, which is an indoor shopping center. There is even an Australia Post office if you need to send a letter.
The lake itself is perfect for outdoor fun. You can have picnics, go sailing, or try paddle-boating. There is also a shared path for bikes and walking. This path runs along the lake from Booragul to Green Point. It is a great way to explore the area and enjoy the scenery.
Industrial Area Adventures
Another exciting area is the large industrial estate. It is located along Hillsborough and Macquarie roads. Here, you can find many cool places for entertainment.
You can visit the ice rink for some skating fun. There is also a ten pin bowling alley and a laser tag complex. If you like racing, you can try indoor go-karting. The area also has several gyms and large stores. These include furniture shops and gardening centers. Many of these are part of the Warners Bay Home complex.
Sports in Warners Bay
Warners Bay is home to several local sports clubs. These include the Warners Bay Bulldogs for Australian Rules Football (AFL). There are also the Warners Bay Panthers for Football (Soccer). The Warners Bay/Cardiff Junior Cricket Club is also based here. These teams play their home games at Feighan Park.
The Hunter Ice Skating Stadium is a major sports venue. It hosted the IIHF 2008 Division II World Championships. This stadium is also home to the Newcastle North Stars Ice Hockey team. They have won the Australian championship three times! The Newcastle Ice Skating Club also trains here. It has produced many NSW and Australian champion skaters.
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Foreshore walk and shopping strip
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Foreshore walk, viewing south
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Foreshore and public jetty, viewing north
