The Geographical Names Board is seeking community feedback on a proposal to name three hill features in the Northern Beaches Local Government Area (LGA).
Chair of the Geographical Names Board Narelle Underwood said feedback was now being sought on the proposal to name Sea Sight Hill, Southern Sister and Saw the Sea Hill.
“It is important that place names reflect the character and history of the local area and community,” Mrs Underwood said.
“The names are derived from naturalist and explorer George Caley, who collected plant specimens for botanist Joseph Banks from 1800 to 1810.
“In February 1805, Caley set out on a five-day exploration trip from Pennant Hills to Narrabeen and documented the natural discoveries he made.
“During the expedition Caley unofficially named and referred to geographical features which included Sea Sight Hill, Southern Sister and Saw the Sea Hill.
“The proposed names seek to honour Mr Caley’s valuable contribution to science.
“The Geographical Names Board is now seeking feedback to gauge community sentiment for the proposed names.
“We want to make sure everyone has an opportunity to provide their feedback on the proposed names.”
Suggestions for alternative names is not being sought at this time.
Sea Sight Hill is located near the Forest Way and Crozier Road intersection in the suburb of Belrose. Caley recorded in his journal “from whence I saw a hill, which I shall call Sea Sight Hill.”
Southern Sister is west of the Northcott Road and Macquarie Street intersection in the suburb of Cromer. This was named by Caley on his return journey heading west where he saw a line of hills.
Saw the Sea Hill is adjacent to Narabang Way in the suburb of Belrose. Caley’s journal notes that he came to a hill and saw the sea.
Details of the proposal can be viewed, and submissions lodged on the Geographical Names Board’s website.
Alternatively, written submissions may be mailed to the Secretary, Geographical Names Board, 346 Panorama Avenue, Bathurst, NSW 2795.
The closing date for submissions is 3 December 2021.
