Category: Newcastle & Surrounds

Bogey Hole, NSW, Australia

Had a nice visit to the Bogey hole. Could not believe that it was built in the early 1800s by Military Commandant James Thomas Morisset as his personal bathing area. How full of himself was he? The suburb of Morisset was also named after him. Links for Bogey Hole...

Newcastle Ocean Baths – Opened in 1922

Nice visit to the Newcastle Ocean Baths. Google describes it as an “Outdoor 1920s ocean swimming pool with an art deco pavilion, on a promenade overlooking the beach.” and this is a perfect description. Address: 30 Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle NSW, Australia 2300 Newcastle has two ocean baths facilities, Newcastle...