Thomas Hogan Reserve
Thomas Hogan Reserve is a 3.2-acre reserve on Francis Street in Bondi Beach. Its most notable feature is the Girl Guide Hall, a hireable community hall that holds 120 people standing. The reserve also has a leisure playground, paths for walking and running, and native wildlife including lorikeets, kookaburras and skinks.
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About Thomas Hogan Reserve
Girl Guide Hall at Thomas Hogan Reserve
Thomas Hogan Reserve has a community hall, the Girl Guide Hall, which is available for hire. The hall has toilet facilities and a small kitchenette for preparing food and drinks. Hirers must follow the listed conditions: smoking is not permitted on the grounds, animals must stay outside the hall, noise must stay at reasonable levels, and ticketed events are not permitted. The Sydney Aikido Dojo also runs aikido classes from the hall.
Walking Paths and Wildlife at Thomas Hogan Reserve
Thomas Hogan Reserve has open space and paths that suit walking and running. The reserve is home to native birds, including lorikeets and kookaburras, and to native reptiles such as skinks and lizards. Walkers can look out for these animals along the paths, which suits families with children who enjoy spotting birds and reptiles. Because the reserve sits in a residential area near Bondi Beach, it offers a different experience from the beach.
Facilities at Thomas Hogan Reserve
Visitor tips for Thomas Hogan Reserve
- ✓Call the Sydney Aikido Dojo on 0416 007 654 to ask about aikido class times.
Getting to Thomas Hogan Reserve
Thomas Hogan Reserve is at 140 Francis Street, Bondi Beach NSW 2026.
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Frequently asked questions about Thomas Hogan Reserve
Does Thomas Hogan Reserve have a playground?
Yes, there is a leisure playground for children.
Are there toilets at Thomas Hogan Reserve?
Toilet facilities are inside the Girl Guide Hall.
Can I hire the hall at Thomas Hogan Reserve?
Yes, the Girl Guide Hall can be hired for groups of up to 120 people standing, though ticketed events are not allowed.
Is Thomas Hogan Reserve good for a run?
Yes, joggers and walkers can use the paths across the reserve's open space.
When is Thomas Hogan Reserve open?
The reserve is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.