Living in Neutral Bay
Neutral Bay is a harbourside suburb on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, located 5 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of North Sydney Council.
History
The name "Neutral Bay" originates from the time of the early colonial period, when different bays of Sydney harbour were zoned for different incoming vessels. This bay was where all foreign vessels would dock, hence the name neutral.
Transport Links
There are two operating ferry wharves at Neutral Bay, serviced by both public Inner harbour ferry services and private ferries. The Warringah Freeway runs along the western border of Neutral Bay, providing fast links to the Sydney CBD and Chatswood. Buses to a range of destinations are plentiful along Military Road.
Shopping and Recreation
The main shopping district of Neutral Bay, known as Neutral Bay Junction, is along Military Road, and features a range of shops, restaurants and cafes. The Oaks Hotel is a well-known and popular venue located on the corner of Military Road and Ben Boyd Road, popular since 1885 for its bars, function rooms and impressive beer garden, complete with regal old oak tree.
Schools
Neutral Bay is home to a wide selection of pre-schooling and child care facilities, with neighbouring Mosman and North Sydney home to a selection of fine schools.