Northbridge

Lifestyle

Nicely nestled between Sailors Bay and Willoughby Bay on Sydney’s lower north shore, is the blue chip locale of Northbridge.

An exclusive waterfront nook just 7kms north of Sydney, it rests between bigger sisters Cammeray and Willoughby, reveling in tranquil water and harbour views.

Northbridge is a gem of a suburb that takes its name from the historic stone suspension bridge presiding over Tunks Park. Boasting a magnificent vantage point overlooking Middle Harbour it is host to a fine display of picturesque harbourside parks offering superb views, playgrounds and prime picnic spots.

Don’t feel like cooking tonight? You’ll never bore of the delectable restaurants on offer along Sailors Bay Road. The local shopping centre Northbridge Plaza, offers a quality supermarket, grocers, butchers and bakers plus a great range of specialty shops.

If you’re after cheap and cheerful then the Northbridge Hotel with its family friendly vibe, budget-friendly pub meals and live music in the beer garden will definitely fit the bill.

This small area also manages to squeeze in plenty of outdoor activities and sporting clubs. Tee off at the 18-hole harbour view golf course, kick a goal at the soccer club, or enjoy a game of tennis at the local courts.

Of course a prestige harbour spot would not be complete without a haven for boating enthusiasts. The Northbridge Sailing Club facing Middle Harbour with does the area proud with boat storage, canteen and launching pontoon.

People

Mature families with teenagers, well established families and empty nesters are proud to call Northbridge home.

The overall atmosphere is relaxed, refined and well-to-do without any unnecessary flash or flaunting of the local’s affluence.

Homes

The blue ribbon area of Northbridge showcases an impressive display of signifi-cant waterfront residences that overlook Sailors Bay and Middle Harbour.

As well as the architectural designed masterpieces that preside over the valley, there are also a mix of renovated art deco homes and apartments, original California bungalows and brand new contemporary family homes.

Transport

+ Bus services are provided to the CBD via Northbridge
+ The close proximity to Crows Nest and CBD allows for frequent and reliable taxi services

Schools

+ Shore Preparatory School at Northbridge offers a unique Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 experience for boys and girls during the infants years of school.
+ Northbridge Public School is a dynamic school that serves a community rich in diversity and character. Our school enjoys a long tradition of our students achieving academic, creative, performing and sporting excellence. We achieve this by offering a broad ranging curriculum delivered by a committed teaching staff within a school-wide culture of positive behaviour.

Shopping/Restaurants

+ Northbridge Plaza features a supermarket, banks, grocers, butchers, bakers, chemists and a range of specialty shops
+ Northbridge is also home to wonderful cafe and wine store (voted Australia's best wine store 2013 & 2014) at Bonds corner, This heritage listed building shines within the community and is often described as the heart of the suburb.

Recreational Facilities

+ Northbridge boasts a fine vantage point over Middle Harbour with the harbourside parks all offering great views.
+ Northbridge features an 18-hole harbour view golf course, soccer club, sailing club, marina, salt water baths, scout hall, girl guides, tennis courts, parks, ovals, local reserves and bike track
+ The Northbridge Sailing Club (NSC) faces Middle Harbour and can be accessed through Minimbah Road. The club offers boat storage, a canteen and a launching pontoon.