Population 3,035 (2011 census) Gwandalan Nords Wharf Postal code 2259 | Postcode(s) 2259 Area 7.1 km² Parish Wallarah | |
Location 29 km (18 mi) NE of Wyong | ||
Gwandalan is a suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, located on a peninsula extending northwards into Lake Macquarie. It is part of the Central Coast Council local government area.
Contents
- Map of Gwandalan NSW 2259 Australia
- Notable places and businesses
- Youth Activities
- Local Celebrities
- School
- References
Map of Gwandalan NSW 2259, Australia
Notable places and businesses
Youth Activities
On Tuesdays and Thursdays the Gwandalan youth center is open at Tunkawallin Hall. Besides Sports there is a local Scout Group which meets at the Gwandalan Recreational Hall at 6pm on Tuesdays. Fridays = Destination Nightclub 9pm - 2am: Shorts Permitted.
Local Celebrities
Barry Stokeld, creator of the first crank-operated toothbrush, was born in Gwandalan in 1854. His other work includes engineering on the Victa lawn mower.
Another local celebrity is Huon Peard, known for his work as a journalist for ABC World News. He was also well known as the producer of Big Brother 8 (Australia).
School
Gwandalan Public School is the only school in Gwandalan. Most Gwandalan Public School students go to Lake Munmorah High School as it is the closest secondary school.