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Umina - Central Coast
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Quick Facts

Distance from Sydney: 89km
Distance from Newcastle: 110km
Population (2001 Census): 15,231

South of Ettalong is the residential area known as Umina, said to mean 'repose'.

Umina is a popular destination for holiday seekers on the Central Coast situated south of Gosford.

Umina borders Brisbane Waters National Park where you can experience around 12,000ha of spectacular rugged sandstone country including Aboriginal engravings, bushwalking tracks, wildflowers and wildlife.

 

 

Attractions

Umina's long sandy beach is one of Central Coast 's most popular beaches for families, ideal for swimming and surfing.

Nearby Mt. Ettalong Lookout offers spectacular panoramic views of Umina and Ettalong as well as south across Broken Bay down to Palm Beach. Don't forget your camera.

 

 

History

Umina was established as a holiday resort town in 1917 connecting to Woy Woy train station by a motor service.

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