Manly dam is freshwater.

Real boats are allowed as well as swimmers in certain parts. Its inland an not that close to Manly beach. I've seen people running their FE boats a few times there...... There aren't that many places in Sydney where the water quality is good enough and safe for people to swim.

There is also an rc boat club in Penrith where they meet every 2 weeks. Use of the lake is for members only and not the casual bashers like me.....

How far is Broken Hill from Syney?

JC