The suburb with the postcode 1158 in Sydney, New South Wales, is **Kurnell**, a historically significant area located on the southern headland of Botany Bay. Known as the landing site of Captain James Cook in 1770, Kurnell is often referred to as the "Birthplace of Modern Australia." The suburb is characterized by its natural beauty, including rugged coastlines, national parks, and the Towra Point Nature Reserve, a vital wetland ecosystem. While it has a small residential population, Kurnell is also home to industrial facilities, including the Caltex oil refinery (now operated by Ampol). Its mix of historical significance, environmental conservation, and industrial activity makes it a unique part of Greater Sydney.
| Postcode: | 1158 |
| State: | NSW |
| Coordinates (lat/long): | -33.794883, 151.268071 |
| Federal Electorate: | Sydney |