History

Parish of Calderwood County of Camden

Kanahooka was named after Kana (King) Hooka, an Aboriginal chief. Kana Hooka was head of the Five Islanders, who were based near Hooka Creek at what is now Berkeley. The Aborigines referred to Kanahooka as "Kullillah", meaning a native meeting place.

Schooling
Hayes Park Public School
http://www.hayespark-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/

Kanahooka High School
http://www.kanahooka-h.schools.nsw.edu.au/

Attractions
Lakeside Leisure Centre
http://lakeside.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/centre_info.htm