Charlotte “Chattie” Harnett is often claimed to be the namesake of this North Shore suburb: but does the historical record agree?
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Built in 1933, the Willoughby Incinerator is today a cherished piece of local heritage. But once upon a time, residents protested against it.
We dive into the history of North Sydney's iconic reds, oranges and creams.
What is lurking below the surface of the Hawkesbury?
Lindfield Railway Station opened on the 1st of January 1890, forming part of the North Shore line.
Ku-ring-gai
Passing by on a Central Coast service, you may have admired its views, but did you know how this station came to be?
Built in 1929, the Fishwick House is one of the most well-preserved works of Walter Burley and Marion Mahony Griffin.
An amphitheatre is on the drawing board, but tens of millions of dollars needed to finish the job.
Forgoing its traditional greens, the club will serve as an open community space.
Since the late 1990s, the site has been used for public poetry recitals and live music performances.
The hotel was opened in 1931 by Tooth & Co., a New South Wales beer brewer.
You might have gone for a dip there, but did you know the story behind this North Shore swim spot?
More than a century on from the murder of Francis Kemmis, the case remains unsolved.
With All Hallows' Eve approaching, here are some of the spookiest ghost stories across the North Shore.
Step back in time with a walk through the historic harbourside home of Australian illustrator and author May Gibbs.
A World War Two bunker? A Bond villain secret hideout? Not quite, but it's interesting nevertheless.
Do you know where this North Shore suburb got it's moniker from?
