Did you know that Avalon Beach is celebrating the centenary of its naming in December 2021? To mark this monumental event, Canopy Keepers will need 100 volunteers to plant a canopy tree sapling in their backyard.
The initiative aims to “turn the tide against tree loss” in the suburb and planting trees should also provide animals and birds with more natural habitats. This act will also leave a “wonderful living legacy” for the children.
Canopy Keepers will distribute free canopy tree sapling at the Avalon Car Boot Sale on Sunday, 19 December but other arrangements may also be made. If you would like to take part in this initiative, sign the form from Canopy Keepers and someone will contact you for additional details.
Centenary of Naming Avalon Beach
Per “The Book of Sydney Suburbs” authored by Frances Pollon, the name Avalon was based on a mythical Celtic place. It’s also the name of the earthy paradise where the legendary King Arthur was buried.
In 1921, businessman and land developer Arthur J. Small identified and named a Northern Beaches area as “Avalon Beach” as he sought to establish Palmgrove Estate.
In 2012, the name was formally adopted as Avalon Beach was given full suburb status, alongside Bilgola Beach.
“This outcome is the result of widespread community consultation over several years, involving residents and the Geographical Names Board,” then Minister for Finance & Services Mr Greg Pearce said.
“The details recorded on the GNB register are used for publishing maps and directories and will greatly assist emergency services and delivery services to find the correct address.”
“A number of locality names around the Pittwater foreshore that have been in common usage for many years have also been formally adopted ensuring there is clarity for local residents and visitors to the Pittwater area and its surrounds.”