Our Local Area

Get ready for a magical evening filled with Christmas cheer at the Annual Christmas Carols in Halliday Park! This FREE community event put on by communities for communities and proudly supported by Canada Bay Club, promises a night of festive fun for the whole family. Mark your calendars: Festive Fun for All: Canada Bay Club: Your Community Partner Canada Bay [...]

Looking for a new place to explore, or just want to get out of Sydney for a day trip? We’ve put together a list of some of our favourite local places to escape to – from apple country to the Illawarra and a few stops in between. All of our recommendations are conveniently located 1.5 hours (or less) from Sydney, giving you plenty of time to discover somewhere new.

Summer is well and truly here. With the mercury rising, it’s time to cool off at the Inner West’s top swimming spots. Read our guide to find out where they are.

At Canada Bay Club, seniors form a very important part of our community. They are our longest serving members and we make it a priority to contribute to organisations that assist older people in the local area to help give them the support and services they need.

Our kids in the Inner West are getting into the running and athletic season with lots of running initiatives and running groups to choose from. These groups assist the kids to learn the correct running technique and set athletic goals with the added benefit of a fun and social group. It is no surprise that so many kids are finding their way onto the track (or grass) and giving it a go.

The Inner West has been – and continues to be – home to many exceptional men and women who have made their mark on Australia’s artistic, sporting and civic life, as well as on the international stage. Meet some of our most noteworthy local residents – from the pioneers of early white settlement to contemporary local heroes – whom we’re proud to call our own.

Cycling is a great way to stay fit and now the weather is cooling down, it’s the ideal time to get on your bike and follow our guide to the top routes in the Inner West.

From its industrial beginnings, the Inner West waterfront suburb of Cabarita has blossomed into a popular residential area. Cabarita does not lack for things to do with two parks, swimming pools, harbour beaches, playgrounds, restaurants, walking and cycle tracks, despite its small size. Discover how Cabarita has evolved from its humble beginnings to become what could be described as the City of Canada Bay’s undiscovered secret.

One of the newer suburbs in the Canada Bay municipal area, Breakfast Point has emerged from the former site of the AGL gasworks, that once generated gas supply for many Sydneysiders. Uncover some of the key highlights of this intriguing suburb and how it has flourished over such a short time.

There are so many amazing parks and playgrounds in and around the Canada Bay area – and we know they are absolutely critical to keeping little people (and big people) happy! So we’ve rounded up some of our favourite Inner West spots that are perfect for an easy family day out. Pack a picnic and check them out!

The tiny suburb of Rodd Point is our featured local suburb this month, as we celebrate its parklands and proximity to Iron Cove. Here we share some of the natural charms and fun facts about this historic precinct.

Sandwiched between Five Dock and Drummoyne, the hidden suburb of Russell Lea is our featured local suburb. It hugs the western shores of Iron Cove and is filled with magnificent Federation-era homes and charming post-war cottages.

Maintaining good health is important at every age and this means eating well and being active. Exercising regularly boosts your odds of staying mentally healthy and remaining free of disease and disability. But when our bodies become a little less agile and our endurance may not be as endless as it was at age 21, which exercises are best? The team at Canada Bay Club has the tips and tricks to keep you fit and active for a full, long life – remember, always consult your physician to assess the right level of exercise that’s right for you.

Do you do the Bay Run? Whether you run, walk, cycle or scoot, the Bay Run is one of the Inner West’s most famous and well-trodden landmarks – all 7km of it! Have you ever wondered how it came to be?

Ever wondered why Canada Bay is named after this progressive North American country? Read on to find out more about our local history and interesting relics from your neighbourhood.