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Newtown, a suburb of Sydney’s inner west is located approximately 4 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, straddling the local government areas of the City of Sydney and Marrickville Council.

History

Newtown was established as a residential and farming area in the early 19th century, but took its suburb name from a grocery store opened there by John and Eliza Webster in 1832. They placed a sign atop their store that read “New Town Stores”, and the name was adopted with the space removed.

Transport Links

Newtown is serviced by a train station, just three stops into the City and there are plenty of buses along King Street.

Shopping and Recreation

The shops along King Street have come to be known as some of the most  retro shopping in Sydney, with clothing, homeware, antiques, music and food stores all with a refreshing twist. The area is also home to an enormous variety of restaurants and eateries from all corners of the world. The Hub Cinema is a classic example of art deco design, while the Newtown School of the Arts can train the next generation of stars in this artistic suburb.

Schools

Newtown Primary, Stanmore Primary and Cardenville Primary can all be found here.