Summary
Spencer is a suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It is located on the north bank of the Hawkesbury River just upstream of that river's confluence with Mangrove Creek. Spencer is part of the Central Coast Council local government area.
| Spencer Central Coast, New South Wales | |||||||||||||||
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 Spencer Welcome Sign | |||||||||||||||
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| Population | 288 (2021 census)[1] | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2775 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Central Coast Council | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Spencer | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Gosford | ||||||||||||||
| Federal division(s) | Robertson | ||||||||||||||
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Geography edit
Spencer is bound by the Hawkesbury River to the south and west and Mangrove Creek to the east. Despite the relatively short distance from the Pacific Motorway as the crow flies, a boat across Mangrove Creek significantly reduces the distance to be traveled.[2]
History edit
Early British explorers stepped onto a "marshy outcrop" here whilst exploring the East Coast of Australia, and a monument commemorates this, near the kids playground and public toilet.
Spencer is a township presumed to be named for the Parish in which it is situated. Originally this area was known as Fernleigh. The true name origin of Spencer is unclear, but it is believed to be named after George John Spencer, second Earl Spencer (1758–1834), who was first Lord of the admiralty in 1794, and who held this position until 1810. He was a mentor of Lord Nelson, and oversaw many of the Royal Navy's victories over the French.[3]
Economy edit
The economy is rural and farming and fishing are the area's main sources of income.[citation needed] Tourism is also growing and based around the history and scenery of the area.[citation needed]
References edit
- ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Spencer". 2021 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
- ^ Australian River Traders (2006). "Spencer". Retrieved 18 July 2007.
- ^ Gosford City Library. "Placenames". Archived from the original on 29 August 2007. Retrieved 21 July 2007.
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