Oatley, New South Wales
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Oatley is a southern suburb of Sydney, Australia situated on the Georges River. In the past it has had an older population, although an increasing number of young singles, couples and families are found there. The CityRail Illawarra line passes through the suburb. Oatley is notable as the terminus of the first railway electrification project in Sydney, which reached its station from Sydney Central in 1926. The suburb was known as Oatley's Grant - James Oatley the clock maker raised his 26 children and 100 head of cattle in the suburb. One of his clocks now stands on Frederick St.
It is well known for its village atmosphere, with many locals being fiercely protective of the suburb, particularly when it comes to attempted over development. There are a number of local bush parks surrounding the suburb attracting many native birds such as rainbow lorikeets and rosellas.
Natural bushland has been conserved in some parts, although is thought to be under threat from developers.
External links
- Oatley Park (http://www.oatleypark.com/)