"... the finest piece of Water I ever saw, and which I honoured with the name of Pitt Water ..." Governor Phillip, dispatch, 1788

Discover a snapshot of the history of the Pittwater area - the suburbs, iconic buildings and early inhabitants. More information can be found in the Mona Vale Library Local History collection. The collection consists of images, maps, oral histories, newspaper cuttings, books, council reports and experienced staff available to assist you with your enquiries.