Mirrabooka, NSW
Mirrabooka is a small suburb on the eastern side of the Morisset Peninsula, between Brightwaters and Balcolyn on Lake Macquarie.
Known For
- Views to Pulbah Island
- A quiet lake shore
- Sunrise over the water
The name is an Aboriginal word for the Southern Cross. The suburb is a few streets of houses running down to the lake, and it would be wrong to suggest there is much to do.
Things To Do in Mirrabooka
Small reserves give access to the shore for fishing and paddling. Pulbah Island, a nature reserve covered in forest, lies about two kilometres offshore and can be circled by boat or by experienced paddlers in calm weather.
Where To Stay
Look for holiday houses, or stay at Trinity Point or in Morisset.
Eat & Drink
The nearest shops are at Bonnells Bay.
Getting to Mirrabooka
Mirrabooka is about 12 minutes from Morisset and 50 minutes from Newcastle.
Experiences
- Nature based
- Relaxation
Popular Activities
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Swimming
About Mirrabooka
- Locality: Suburb
- Mirrabooka Postcode: 2264
- State: New South Wales
- Region: Hunter
- Latitude: -33.10863
- Longitude: 151.55501
- Elevation: 52m
- Population: 728
- Median Income: $30888
- Area (Sq/km): 0.784
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
