Coledale
Coledale is located approximately 18 kilometres north of Wollongong along the Princes Highway
Place names
Parish of Southend County of Cumberland
Previously spelt Coaldale, the name refers to the coal deposits in the area. In 1902 a new railway platform, incorporating a post and telegraph office, was opened and called Coledale. This was the first appearance of the name Coledale. In 1903 a new mine was opened at North Bulli, later known as Coledale, and a township was laid out and allotments sold.
Last Modified: 29/08/2008
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