Coledale and it’s perfectly rectangular rock pool

Name: Coledale rock pool

Name Origin: Named after the beach it resides.

Built: 1915

Pools of the Sea Series: Number 7/100

Tips: Being one of the more secluded beaches in Wollongong, parking is not a problem.

Coledale Rock Pool

This stunning rock pool on the south coast of NSW, is in the Wollongong region and is just north of the more well know Austinmer beach.

It’s also one of my favourite pools so far. It almost looks to good to be real, almost like something out of the X Files. A perfect rectangle shape adjoined by a smaller perfect square pool for the toddlers.

It’s a great looking site especially against the dark rock that it was built into. The colour contrast of the greenish colour of the pools water is pretty unique and just makes for a great photograph. Even better from the air as seen here.

It’s similar to the Bulli Rock pool as seen in one of my earlier posts, as it has just a beautiful backdrop against the escarpment of Wollongong. And not forgetting those crazy high mountains. If you’ve ever tried to climb them you’ll appreciate how high they are.

This is a shoot I really enjoyed, and the trip to the pretty secluded beach that is Coledale was of my favourites. I’ll definitely be back again for some more picture taking of this awesome beach and it’s perfect rectangular rock pool.

Til next time!

Chris

Maroubra’s own Mahon Pool and how it got its name

Name: Mahon Pool

Name origin: Named after Alderman Patrick Mahon who started the petition to build the pool.

Where: North end of Maroubra beach, NSW

Built: 1936

Tips: It’s probably a little easier to park at than Bondi or Coggee, plus some great cafes nearby too.

Pools of the Sea Series: #6/100

Mahon Pool Maroubra

When you think of Maroubra in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, you’d normally think of the famous Bra Boys or the South Sydney Rabbitohs Rugby League team.

But it is also home to Maroubra’s own Mahon rock pool, named after Alderman Patrick Mahon who started a petition to build the pool in the 1930’s. Unfortunately he died in 1935 and tragically was unable to see the pools finished construction, thus a motion was raised to name the pool after him which was successful.

At only 10km from the Sydney CBD and just south of Coogee beach, Maroubra is a beautiful coastline that is a little bit off the track compared to Bondi and Coogee, but it’s definitely worth checking out as it’s a stunning coastline unto itself. The pool at 30 meters in length is just north of Maroubra beach and you can find it at the bottom of the of Jack Vanny Reserve.

With great access to car parking, it can be easier to get to than the more well known suburbs of the eastern suburbs, but I’m pretty sure that’s how the locals like it too.

So another great rock pool in Sydney to check out. It’s also number 6 on my list of 100 pools that I’m on a quest to photograph.

My only regret here is only shooting photographs via the air. I normally make a point to shoot some pictures on ground level as well, but I guess it’s a great reason to go back again.

Til next time!

Chris

Where to find the Jacaranda trees in Kogarah

Just 20 minutes south of the Sydney CBD is one of the best places in Sydney to find the Jacaranda trees.

In Kogarah’s Hogben Park lies some of the best spots to see and photograph the Jacaranda trees and the purple flowers that they bring.

It’s also one of the busiest places I’ve been to while I’ve been chasing the Jacaranda trees around Sydney. And as you can see it’s just a great place with so many trees in bloom here.

It’s a pretty popular spot for a selfie or two so the hardest part might be getting a clean shot by yourself. But with so many options at the park you’ll have no trouble in getting that perfect picture with just a little patience.

So if you’re looking for some great places to find the Jacaranda trees in Sydney give the beautiful park in Kogarah a visit.

Til next time!

Chris