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Bogey Hole

Bogey Hole
Bogey Hole

The Bogey Hole on Shortland Esplanade is a bathing pool that is open to the ocean. The Bogey Hole was built by convict labour for the personal pleasure of Major James T. Morriset, the military commandant from 1819-1822 who did much to improve the breakwater, roads and barracks in the settlement. Over the years, the Bogey Hole was enlarged to its present size. The name "Bogey Hole" came from the Aboriginal word meaning "to bathe". The Bogey Hole can be dangerous during high tides or times of rough seas. For more information, contact the City of Newcastle on 02 4974 2000.
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The Bogey Hole on Shortland Esplanade is a bathing pool that is open to the ocean. The Bogey Hole was built by convict labour for the personal pleasure of Major James T. Morriset, the military commandant from 1819-1822 who did much to improve the breakwater, roads and barracks in the settlement. Over the years, the Bogey Hole was enlarged to its present size. The name "Bogey Hole" came from the Aboriginal word meaning "to bathe". The Bogey Hole can be dangerous during high tides or times of rough seas. For more information, contact the City of Newcastle on 02 4974 2000.