Monthly Archives: August 2015

Huskisson Sea Pool – NSW 2540

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Named after the British MP who was the first ever victim of a fatal rail crash (knocked down by Stephenson’s Rocket), though probably named here for his role as Colonial Secretary in the 1820s. My experience in the rock pool It’s a slightly strange experience to swim in a pool closely guarded by high metal fences on all sides, though this is apparently the result of the insurance industry (or local authority fears of such). I’m not sure why Huskisson has been victim of this rather Read more [...]

Wally Weekes Pool – North Bondi, NSW 2026

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Named after a local boxer who was also a member of the North Bondi surf life savers My experience in the rock pool It took me three attempts to get into this pool, so it needs a bit of forward planning if you are going to North Bondi especially for a swim here… The first time I tried the tide was high, the swell was big and the waves were crashing into the pool. I’d just been starting to have problems with my shoulder and decided it was safer not to take any risks by going in at Read more [...]

Bronte Rock Pool – NSW 2024

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Bronte named after Lord Nelson, who was Duke of Bronte (Sicily) My experience in the rock pool This must be one of the most photogenic and irresistible pools along the NSW coast. It’s a 30m pool, but who needs Olympic size when it’s as exquisite as this. I was there on a bright, sunny day in May, with air temperature around 20C but a chilly breeze making it feel cooler, and water temperature at about 19C. It’s in a fantastic spot, carved into the cliff face. There’s a coastal Read more [...]

Fairy Bower Pool – Manly, NSW 2095

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Two fishermen from Fairy Bower were the first lifesavers to patrol Sydney beaches in 1903 My experience in the rock pool This was always my preferred pool on previous holiday visits to Manly. It’s a great spot for practising your languages as well as your swimming strokes, since there always seem to be visitors from overseas in here. It’s a safe and picturesque option if you don’t fancy Manly’s crashing surf. This is not a pool where you can expect to do your 20 laps, though. Read more [...]