Thanks for the advice, I will look into the places mentioned.
The safety side of things is something i'm very keen to follow. The spot I fished from in coogee was viwed for a while as i watched the waves, wind etc..Even then I found a spot I liked it was covered on one side, and with the surf below didn't have to go anywhere near the edge.
I've seen some people down lower walking from Coogee to Bondi, but to me that seems madness be you experienced or not.
Once I get a car it will be easier, I'll be able to find some new places to fish, but also some safe places too.