Tourist Information - Hunters Hill
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Hunters Hill, one of Australia's oldest residential areas, is positioned on a peninsula between the Lane Cove and Parramatta Rivers with much of the suburb enjoying spectacular views over Sydney Harbour. It is conveniently located only 7 km from the heart of Sydney with regular ferry and bus services into Sydney city and along the Parramatta River. Hunters Hill was named after the second governor of the NSW Australia colony, Captain John Hunter, in 1794 and proclaimed as a borough in 1861. It is both the smallest local government area in metropolitan Sydney, as well as the oldest area on the north side of the Sydney harbour. Formed during the mid to late 1800's many of the buildings date back to that period and have been built from the local sandstone. The style of building in the Hunters Hill area is diverse, as the areas founders came from France, Italy, Switzerland and other European countries. Hunters Hill was once commonly referred to as the French Village. A Marist monastery was established along Tarban Creek and this later became St. Joseph's College - which is the largest building in the area. The college, made of sandstone, is a landmark for miles around, and it is also the largest boys boarding school in Australia. Today, Hunters Hill has a population of 12,500 people, and has an area of 575 hectares, of which more than 10% is parks and reserves. The area has always been a Sydney garden suburb and as such nearly all development has been residential. Although being close to the Sydney city it is secluded from the hustle and bustle of big city life. Hunters Hill was declared a Conservation area by the National Trust of Australia in 1978. The Hunters Hill Historical Society organises regular walks through the suburb. These walks are along tree-lined streets, which house some of the most historic and beautiful homes in Sydney. Many date back well over 150 years. For further information please contact The Hunters Hill Historical Society on +61 2 9817 2212. The foreshore also provides a spectacular backdrop to walks and picnics. The Hunters Hill Village features antique shops, cafes and restaurants. Go to: Hunters Hill Map | Greater Sydney Tourist Information |
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