Recreation

Clovelly Beach: A Family Favourite with a Story to Tell

January 2, 2026

Clovelly Beach is one of those special places that truly feels made for families. With its shallow shoreline, calm and protected waters, ocean pool and relaxed village feel, it’s a favourite for mums pushing prams, toddlers learning to splash and kids gaining confidence in the water. Unlike many Sydney beaches, Clovelly has no big waves, making it especially reassuring for parents with little ones. A Beach Loved Long Before Prams and Picnics Long before playgrounds and picnic rugs, the Clovelly area was used by Indigenous Australians for fishing and gathering food along the rocky shoreline. The naturally sheltered bay and…

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Recreation, Sports

Building the New Huntley Street Recreation Centre, Alexandria: A Big Win for Local Families

December 19, 2025

Exciting things are taking shape in Alexandria with the construction of the new Huntley Street Recreation Centre, a modern indoor sports and recreation hub designed to support the growing needs of local families and active kids. Currently under construction at 6–8 Huntley Street, the project involves transforming an existing 1980s warehouse into a beautifully designed, community-focused recreation centre. Works began in November 2024 and are expected to take around 18 months, with Kane Constructions delivering the $25 million project in partnership with the City of Sydney. What’s coming to Huntley Street? Once complete, the centre will offer an impressive range…

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