6/20 Barker Street, Kingsford

Kingsford

Kingsford is a short stroll is the University of New South Wales and NIDA (The National Institute of Dramatic Art) whose graduates include superstars Mel Gibson, Cate Blanchett and Baz Luhrmann. Close to Royal Randwick Racecourse, the suburb has a great mix of university students, racing personalities and a vast multicultural population which create a buzz in this popular suburb. Walking through Kingsford town centre is the perfect opportunity to explore the range of shops, restaurants and cafes that this eclectic hub has to offer – some of Sydney's best Asian restaurants can be found there. Ideally positioned for transport to the city with the South-Eastern light rail this suburb is only minutes away from popular Centennial Park, Maroubra and Coogee Beaches, and several popular golf courses and sporting fields. Close to Westfield Eastgardens and only 5.5km to Sydney Airport and 6km to the CBD it is a well-liked suburb for families and singles. Prestige schools include St Spyridon College – Junior Campus, Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Mount Sinai College, Rainbow Street Public School., also close to Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Kensington Public School and Our Lady of The Sacred Heart College. Nearby sporting facilities include Des Renford Leisure Centre, UNSW pool, UNSW David Phillips Sport Field. The new CBD and South East Light Rail is transforming public transport in Sydney, providing high capacity, clean and reliable services. The L2 Randwick Line extends from Circular Quay along George Street to Central Station, through Surry Hills to Moore Park, then to Randwick and Kingsford via Anzac Parade and Alison Road. The L3 Kingsford Line also extends from Circular Quay, branching from Moore Park through Kensington to Kingsford.

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