Brisbane Water is the northern arm of Broken Bay on the east coast of New South Wales Australia. Brisbane Water is named after Sir Thomas Brisbane, Governor of New South Wales between 1820 and 1825. The towns of Gosford, Davistown, Woy Woy and Ettalong Beach line the shores of Brisbane Water, which also contains several islands including St Huberts Island. Brisbane Water is part of the area which is recognised as the traditional lands of the as Gurringui Aboriginal People, specifically Walkaloa Clan. Initial English Explorers of the area were assisted by "King Bungary" leader of the Broken Bay Tribe (Gurringui) who went on to assist Matthew Flinders in the Circumnavigation of Australia. Brisbane Water is mostly shallow and tidal. The inlet narrows at "The Rip" which has a rapid tidal current. The waterways are renowned for their rich aquatic life; sea weeds, mangroves, oysters, sharks and rays, as well as good populations of fish are present in the waters.
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