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Novella on the Park

Entertainment Venues

Novella on the Park

Searching for a venue that blends elegance, convenience, and outstanding service? Novella on the Park is more than just a wedding venue – it's a beautifully appointed space in the heart of Abbotsbury, perfect for corporate events, business meetings, and private functions of all sizes. Whether you're hosting a business breakfast, team lunch, executive board meeting, or an end-of-year celebration, Novella provides a professional, yet welcoming environment designed to impress. From intimate strategy sessions to large-scale networking events, Novella on the Park is your go-to venue for corporate occasions with style. While Novella is a popular choice for corporate functions, they also proudly host weddings, christenings, engagements, birthdays, and other special celebrations – all with the same attention to detail and exceptional service. Enquire today and let them help bring your next event to life.

Abbotsbury NSW

0.1 km away

Lizard Log in Western Sydney Parklands — Image credit: Western Sydney Parklands Trust

Parks and Gardens

Lizard Log Zig Zag Track

Come and discover the zig zag track up a grassy knoll to a beautiful view of the parklands. A nature lover's wonderland in a bushland setting the Lizard Log Zig Zag Track is next to the delightful natural playground at Lizard Log. Escape from the playground and head up the hill to admire the local vistas. The zig zag pathways allows everyone to enjoy the views and the peace and quiet, regardless of their ability. There's no rush, meaning people with wheelchairs or mobility issues can take the path in their own time and enjoy the peaceful serenity at the top. You'll find large shelters and barbecues along the way, making this a terrific place for get-togethers with families and friends. There's a cafe onsite as well. Lizard Log is a spacious playground with wooden structures to clamber around on, and sand to break any falls underneath. This area encourages children to get back to nature and have fun in the great outdoors. The equipment includes flying foxes, swings, a water play feature, a big slide with a climbing wall. merry-go-round, sand diggers and wooden balance beams.

Abbotsbury NSW

0.2 km away

Water fun at Lizard Log! — Image credit: Western Sydney Parklands Trust

Parks and Gardens

Western Sydney Parklands

Western Sydney Parklands is a place for people of all backgrounds to meet, celebrate, learn, play and appreciate the environment. Set in the heart of Western Sydney, the Western Sydney Parklands comprises 5280 hectares that stretches 27 kilometres from Blacktown in the north to Leppington in the south. The main areas of interest include Sydney's largest dog off-leash area, the Warrigal Run at Bungarribee (Doonside Road); Plough and Harrow park (Elizabeth Drive, Abbotsbury); Lizard Log park (Corner Cowpasture Road and The Horsley Drive, Abbottsbury); and Wylde MTB Trail (Range Road off Elizabeth Drive, Cecil Park). Annual events include Bungarribee Woof-fest - festival for dogs and their humans (April) and Parklands Food Fest - food festival at Lizard Log (September).

Abbotsbury NSW

0.2 km away

The Dairy

Natural Attractions

The Dairy

The Dairy is a peaceful area in Western Sydney Parklands, and a place for a peaceful picnic with views from its hilltop location. The Dairy, at Cowpasture Road and RestwelI Road, Abbotsbury is, as its name suggests, the remnants of an old dairy farm. Just a few old farm fences and a couple of farm dams remain in the landscape. The dams are a tranquil area to relax, away from the main picnic tables and amenities. You can find the dams near the main entrance to the Dairy and Western Sydney Parklands. These dams are a littleknown, picturesque part of the park where people can get back to nature and find some peace. A lot of photographers visit the spot in the early morning to capture the fog and dew that settles in this lowlying part of the parklands. The Dairy often hosts community, sporting, music and cultural events, and is a hub for the local community and visitors from further afield.

Abbotsbury NSW

1.5 km away

Plough and Harrow Double Dams — Image credit: Western Sydney Parklands

Natural Attractions

Plough and Harrow Double Dams

The Plough and Harrow Double Dams feel like an oasis, miles from anywhere yet are just a short walk from the car park and amenities. The two dams are home to an array of water birds and popular with bird watchers. It's also a lovely place to cool down as, unlike much of the Western Sydney Parklands, it contains deep gullies that help keep things cool. Look out for rainforest species amongst the woodland as they make the most of the moist, cool gullies. Don't let the hills and gullies put you off, the view and serenity are well worth the slight hike. Access the double dams from Elizabeth Drive, Abbotsbury.

Abbotsbury NSW

1.6 km away

Sugarloaf Ridge

Natural Attractions

Sugar Loaf Ridge

Sugarloaf Ridge is a lovely, elevated walking trail and picnic spot with beautiful views of the district. The ridge trail leads to Moonrise Lookout. Come to Sugarloaf Ridge offers for a lovely day of bushwalking and bird watching. The Sugarloaf Loop is an easy 2 kilometre walk that most people will be able to manage- and it offers stunning views. You'll discover a number of shelters and benches for picnicking along the way. You can bring your dog if they are on a leash. The walk will give you a unique sense of the geography and topography of the region and a sense of the vastness of the Western Sydney Parklands as Sydney's Biggest Backyard. The ridge leads to the Moonrise lookout, where you'll find facilities and car parking.

Horsley Park NSW

2.6 km away

Aquatopia Water Park — Image credit: Fairfield City Council

Amusement and Theme Parks

Aquatopia Water Park

Aquatopia Water Park, at Prairiewood Leisure Centre, has a huge range of attractions and facilities that will thrill people of all ages. Splash around on the 10 and 20 metre high giant slides; the adventure aqua tower; the toddlers pool; the Wave Rider body board simulator; and the new, gigantic 55-metre Wave Pool. Look no further than Aquatopia for your next party location – sheltered cabanas are available for hire and include a cooler and access to barbeque facilities. Aquatopia is open from the start of the September school holidays until the end of the April school holidays For more information, call customer service.

Prairiewood NSW

2.6 km away

Calmsley Hill City Farm

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Calmsley Hill City Farm

Calmsley Hill City Farm is a farm-based attraction, close to the heart of Sydney - a place where children and adults can enjoy a variety of exciting shows and exhibits. Get up close to a range of native and farmyard animals. Bring your own picnic lunch or use the Calmsley Hill electric barbecues to cook your own lunch while you enjoy the beautiful grounds. Take-away food can be purchased at the Farmhouse Kiosk. Coach parking is excellent and there is wheelchair access and facilities for people with disabilities.

Abbotsbury NSW

2.7 km away

Western Sydney Speedway — Image credit: Eastern Creek Speeday

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Western Sydney Speedway

Western Sydney Speedway is located within the motorsport precinct, adjacent to Sydney Dragway at Eastern Creek. The venue stages approximately 35 speedway events per season commencing in September and culminating in June each year. Of this, approximately 18 events will include Australia's leading division – the 850hp V8 Sprintcars. Speedway is more than entertainment- Speedway is a passion

Eastern Creek NSW

3.5 km away

Deerbush Park — Image credit: Fairfield City Council

Parks and Gardens

Deerbush Park

Every child in the City will find something fun at the City's first all-abilities playground. The park includes a Liberty Swing to allow children in wheelchairs to swing in safety, a wheelchair-accessible carousel, a ground-level trampoline, and an accessible public toilet facility with an adult change table that can be raised and lowered. A climbing rope and net course, flying fox, learn to ride track, climbing net fort with slide, accessible riverbed crossing, water pump, sand digger, picnic tables and bench seating, and voice tubes are also included. A special inclusion is an accessible water play space with 13 unique above ground squirters and numerous ground-level bubblers – the first for a public playground in Fairfield City.

Prairiewood NSW

3.5 km away

Fairfield Markets

Shopping and Markets

Fairfield Markets

Fairfield Showground is renowned as the venue of the Fairfield Markets which have been attracting many thousands of shoppers each weekend since the Seventies. These markets are the largest in Sydney's West. Friendly Family Fun is the motto of these markets and the fun is guaranteed. Every Saturday, up to 600 undercover stalls are filled with everything from childrens' toys to clothes, sporting gear to jewellery, household items to car accessories, workshop tools to pool products and grocery items to fresh fruit and vege's. While the adults look for the bargains the kids can use up their energy on the jumping castle, carnival rides, merry go round or pony rides. And, when it is time for a relaxing break there are plenty of places to pick up mouth watering kebabs, burgers, Asian delicacies, ice creams, donuts, cold drinks or coffee.

Prairiewood NSW

3.5 km away

Fairfield Showground

Entertainment Venues

Fairfield Showground

Fairfield Showground is one of Western Sydney's premier multi-purpose event destinations, serving as a major hub for community activity, large-scale events, and regional gatherings. Located in the heart of Fairfield City, the Showground combines expansive indoor and outdoor facilities, making it uniquely positioned to host everything from intimate community functions to major festivals attracting thousands of visitors.

Prairiewood NSW

3.5 km away

Children in gear

Amusement and Theme Parks

Treetops Adventure Western Sydney

At the furthest most tip of Western Sydney Parklands, you'll find an outdoor adventure waiting for you! Flex your adventurous spirit and test yourself mentally and physically across 100 plus aerial obstacles on the Tree Ropes Courses! People of all ages can get out and experience the great outdoors, from the youngest adventurer to the oldest adrenaline junkie, starting from 3yrs and leading up to 75 yrs plus.

Abbotsbury NSW

4.0 km away

Sydney Motorsport Park, Eastern Creek

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Sydney Motorsport Park, Eastern Creek

Sydney Motorsport Park is a motorsport megaplex licensed for motorcycle and car racing. It features four race circuits to suit a number of motorsport activities; the Brabham Circuit, Grand Prix Circuit, GP North, and GP South. Sydney Motorsport Park is also Sydney's main hub for driver safety, education and vehicle testing. To accommodate these activities the venue features Sydney's largest purpose-built, floodable skidpan, and a separate figure eight.

Eastern Creek NSW

4.9 km away

Bungarribee Children's Climbing Tower — Image credit: Western Sydney Parklands Trust

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Bungarribee Children's Climbing Tower

A bright, geometric climbing tower that appeals to kids. With its colours and unique shape, the Bungarribee Children's Climbing Tower is hard to miss. At 14 metres high, it is a young climber's paradise. Kids can discover lots of passageways, ropes, ledges to climb, viewing windows and slides to get back down. It encourages exercise, fun and exploring for kids of all ages- and offers great views from the top. Despite the height, it's safety first with protective mesh and other features to ensure a safe adventure for all. This tower is place where you can get together with friends or family while making sure the kids are having fun and enjoying some outside play time.

Bungarribee NSW

4.9 km away

Nurragingy

Parks and Gardens

Nurragingy Reserve Aboriginal Heritage Garden

Nurragingy Reserve Aboriginal Heritage Garden pays tribute to the important Aboriginal history and heritage of this area of Western Sydney. Opening in 2019, it is still relatively undiscovered - come and see it for yourself! 'Nurragingy' commemorates one of the two men of the Darug/Dharug tribe who received the first Aboriginal land grant from Governor Macquarie in 1819. The other title holder was Colebee, whose name has been given to the Centre within the Reserve. You can see a yarning circle, where people can come together to communicate and speak from the heart, decorated pathways and murals that celebrate Aboriginal culture, plantings indigenous to the region as well as large statues of wood and sandstone carvings by local artists. You'll discover that Aboriginal history is everywhere, particularly significant in the Blacktown region that more than 8,000 Aboriginal people call home. The garden helps preserve and celebrate this history for Blacktown residents and highlights the importance and presence of Aboriginal people in the area. The garden is close to nearby amenities and other interesting parts of Western Sydney Parklands, including the Chinese Garden, Bush Tucker Gardens and large ponds with local water birds. It's located on the corner of Cross Street and Knox Road, Doonside, with car parking nearby. If you're taking public transport, take the 753 bus from Doonside Station.

Doonside NSW

4.9 km away

Yellow Bridge at Bungarribee Park — Image credit: Western Sydney Parklands Trust

Landmarks and Buildings

Yellow Bridge at Bungarribee Park

The Yellow Bridge takes you on ascientific journey, explaining how different invertebrates in the water can help understand water quality. Take a wander along the Eastern Creek and come across the Yellow Bridge to learn about how water invertebrates can be studied to help determine water quality. The bridge helps you to understand better and appreciate the life sustained by Eastern Creek. It promotes science and encourages kids to use their imagination. The aim is to also get the children into 'nature play' where they can get their hands dirty looking for insects and enjoying the great outdoors. The murals and artwork of the invertebrates make this bridge a fun, cultural landmark and a focal point and eye-catching experience while people walk, cycle and run along the track. The bridge is located to the north of the Bungarribee playground, along the walking path.

Bungarribee NSW

4.9 km away

Go Karting At Eastern Creek — Image credit: Eastern Creek International Karting Raceway

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Eastern Creek Karting

Welcome to Eastern Creek Karting, one of the world's premier karting facilities! Officially opened to the public on the 6th of December 1997, this venue has become renowned for its modern design and efficient operations. Nestled on a sprawling 30 hectares, Eastern Creek Karting offers an unmatched karting experience with numerous track variations that cater to both novice and experienced racers. Under new management since November 2023, Eastern Creek Karting is now proudly affiliated with its sister company, Entertainment Park at Bankstown Aerodrome. This new chapter in history allows them to continue providing top-tier karting experiences while expanding their services and facilities. They offer both general public hire and corporate hire karting, as well as domestic club and international kart racing, making them one of the largest and most versatile karting complexes in Australia. They are the only venue in Sydney to offer the super fast 13HP Sodi RT8 karts. These karts clearly set the benchmark in the rental karts, capable of achieving up to 80km/h, these karts will give you an adrenaline rush. With the handling characteristics of a race car, and being only an inch off the ground, you will feel like a true race car driver.

Eastern Creek NSW

5.1 km away

Skyline Drive In Blacktown — Image credit: Destination NSW

Entertainment Venues

Skyline Drive-In Blacktown

Enjoy a night out under the stars, be it in a snazzy convertible or a grunty pick-up truck, watching a Hollywood blockbuster, having a drink and enjoying a tasty treat from the diner menu... sounds like a perfect night. Skyline Drive-In offers a nostalgic yet new experience with the latest Hollywood blockbusters, a 'Happy Days '-style retro diner, and a truly unique night of fun. The Skyline Drive-In screens a range of retro and popular blockbusters.

Prospect NSW

5.4 km away

Sydney Action Park Sky View 1 — Image credit: Sydney Action Park

Amusement and Theme Parks

Sydney Action Park

Sydney Action Park is where the action begins…and never stops. From high-speed water slides to relaxed rides for the whole family, there's something here for every kind of thrill-seeker, whether you're chasing your fastest drop yet or just looking to cool off on a hot Sydney day. Open more than 128 days this season and just 10 minutes from Blacktown train station, we're built for big days out with the people who matter most. Bring the kids, bring the group, or bring your best friend and dare each other down the tallest slide in the park.

Prospect NSW

5.6 km away

Sydney Action Park

Amusement and Theme Parks

Sydney Action Park

This Summer, come along and experience Sydney's newest icon … Sydney Action Park … Let the action begin! With over 40 slides and attractions including a whole zone dedicated to little water adventurers and adrenalin pumping action on some the tallest and fastest water rides in the world, it's so much more than a water park.

Prospect NSW

5.6 km away

VIP Karaoke Bar Canley Heights

Entertainment Venues

VIP Karaoke Bar Canley Heights

Welcome to VIP Karaoke Bar. Western Sydney's ultimate karaoke destination. Step into one of The Canley's most vibrant nightlife destinations, where great music, high energy and unforgettable nights come together. From weekly DJ sets to themed parties and daytime brunch sessions, there's always something happening at VIP Karaoke Bar. For bookings, please visit their website.

Canley Heights NSW

5.8 km away

Fairfield City Museum Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Fairfield City Museum Gallery

Established in 1983, Fairfield City Museum & Gallery consists of a heritage museum, an art gallery and an exquisite heritage Vintage Village. The Edwardian style museum building has been around since long before the museum was established, with the building being erected in 1913 in Smithfield, Fairfield City's oldest township. Until 1920, the building was used as the Council Chambers of the then Smithfield and Fairfield Municipality. That year the Council found a new home in the commercial centre of Fairfield and the building found new landlords, James and Florence Morris and their daughter Maisie. The house was in their hands until 1980 when the last of the Morris family - Maisie - passed away. Before she died, Maisie made sure her wishes were fulfilled. The house would be transformed into a museum. After some successful lobbying by the Fairfield Historical Society, Fairfield City Council bought the property in 1980. Three years later, in 1983 the Fairfield City Museum was a reality. In the next few years, the place grew with the addition of buildings at the rear of the site. Nowadays, the Fairfield City Museum & Gallery comprises three different sections. Apart from the 1913 museum building, the place has experienced a major development with the addition of the Stein Gallery and the nostalgic Vintage Village.

Smithfield NSW

6.1 km away

St Bartholomews Church and Cemetery

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

St Bartholomews Church and Cemetery

St Bartholomew's Church was the first church to open in Prospect in 1841, as a result of early explorer William Lawson's push for it to be built. Today his vault, along with many other pioneer graves can be viewed. The Church operated until 1967 when, after an attack of vandalism, it was closed. In 1989 fire gutted the Church, destroying the 1850s organ and the 1908 furniture. It was restored in 2000, and in 2001, Blacktown City Council purchased it from the Anglican Property Trust. The Church is of Colonial Georgian design, being a rectangular brick structure with a nave, chancel and two vestries. The main entrance is through the bell tower at the front, which has a square base with an octagonal belfry.

Prospect NSW

6.4 km away

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