About Tamarama
- Postcode: 2026
- Population: 1,450
- Municipality: Waverley Council
Initially known as Dixon Bay by early European settlers, the name was changed to Tamarama in the 1800s. Tamarama is probably a derivation of the Aboriginal name 'Gamma Gamma' (possible meaning 'storm'), which appeared on maps of the coastline in the 1860s by the Military or Naval Authority.
Because of its deep water, small size and easterly aspect, Tamarama is dangerous for most swimmers even in a moderate ocean swell. When swimming at Tamarama beach the directions of the surf life savers should not be ignored. Tamarama is considered the most dangerous patrolled beach in New South Wales, with more rescues per thousand bathers than any other of Sydney's beaches, by the Tamarama Surf Life Saving Club.
Tamarama is in the middle of the "Bondi to Bronte Ocean Walk" which is the most popular coastal walking route in Australia. The beach and parkland form part of the exhibition space for Sculpture by the Sea, a free annual event in late spring and the most popular outdoor artistic exhibition in Australia.
Key Facts
- Location 7km east from the CBD
- Council- Waverly
- Surrounding suburbs: Bondi Beach, Waverly, Bronte and Bondi.
- Postcode 2026