 Opera
in the Arboretum!
This annual charity event is a function held
by the Rotary Club of Woy Woy. Considered the cultural event
of Pearl Beach and indeed, the Central Coast, Opera in the Arboretum attracts a great number
of people annually.
How
to get to Pearl Beach!
You can get to Pearl Beach by via various travel
means and routes.
By road from Sydney (approx. 95 Kilometres), driving north
via the Sydney-Newcastle (F3) freeway, exiting at Gosford/Somersby
turn-off Via Kariong or West Gosford for Woy Woy. At
Woy Woy proceed via Umina following the direction signs to Pearl Beach.
By Rail from Sydney, take Inter-City rail services from Central
or Strathfield Stations to Woy Woy. Weekend bus services
operate from Woy Woy Station via Umina but for Opera in the
Arboretum this method is not recommended. Taxis are also
available from Woy Woy Station.
Crommelin Arboretum is located within the village of Pearl
Beach.
For more information about Pearl Beach, visit
- www.pearl-beach.com
Where
- Crommelin Native Arboretum!
At the Diamond Road intersection with Tourmaline
Avenue, turn right. Proceed along Tourmaline Avenue, following
the signs to the Pearl Beach Tennis Courts parking area, where
parking marshall's will assist with parking and also direct
those requiring disabled parking.
NOTE: Be mindful of the convenience
of Pearl Beach residents when parking in street-side areas.
Please do not park in or across an obvious residents property
vehicle access point. Consider how you would feel if some one
parks across your driveway!
Coming
by car!
Parking may be a problem in Pearl Beach,
especially the near vicinity of the Arboretum. See above for
parking information. After parking your vehicle, you will have
a short stroll through the Arboretum to the opera venue.
NOTE: Be mindful of the convenience
of Pearl Beach residents when parking in street-side areas.
Please do not park in or across an obvious residents property
vehicle access point. Consider how you would feel if someone
parks across your driveway!
GPS co-ordinates - 33°32'31"S 151°18'29"E or Opal Close Pearl Beach NSW 2256
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What
to bring!
This is an open air event amidst the beauty
of the native forest. You should bring chairs, a picnic hamper
and drinks and clothing applicable for the weather. Remember,
in the village there is only the Pearl Beach General Store
and Café and this is located some distance from the
venue. So self-catering is recommended. Excellent coffee can
be purchased onsite.
To those bringing young children, we ask that they be supervised
and noise be kept to a minimum during performances.
Medical assistance will be available onsite if required.
Accommodation
Local and area accommodation for the 'Opera
in the Arboretum' weekend - click
here
Lastly...
The organising committee and all others involved
trust you have an enjoyable day out with family and friends
in our home backyard. It will be a pleasure to welcome you
here to hear performers considered the best of what Australian
opera has to offer.
 The
Crommelin Native Arboretum is a NON-SMOKING precinct.
E N J O Y...
“I cant think of many more wonderful
ways to spend an afternoon than being in amongst that perfect
setting, sitting with good friends, a few nibbles and listening
to the pure sounds of some of our best Australian Opera stars.
It’s a great event”. Deborah Hutton.
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