Illawarra Information

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• Albion Park

Discover the rich history of the Albion Park Township. See the relics left behind by our pioneers, and the foundations of our future... read more

• Austinmer

Austinmer is a residential and parkland area, is thought to be named after Henry Austin, a Director of the Board of the Illawarra Mining... read more

• Balgownie

Balgownie is a residential area, with undeveloped areas in the west. Balgownie was named after an original property in the area, which was... read more

• Belmore Basin

Belmore Basin played a large part in Wollongong's early development as a busy sea port. There are barbecue and picnic facilities, restaurants... read more

• Berkeley

Berkeley is an established residential area, with a small commercial area. Berkeley is named after an original property in the area, which... read more

• Bulli

Bulli is a residential area, thought to be named from the Aboriginal word Bulla or Bulla Bulla meaning two mountains or white grubs... read more

• Bulli Tops

Bulli Tops is an undeveloped area in the north west area of Bulli. Bulli Tops is bounded by the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation... read more

• Calderwood

Calderwood is nestled at the foot of the Illawarra Escarpment this area boasts some beautiful views. The location of Calderwood Valley... read more

• Coalcliff

Coalcliff is a rural and residential area, and is known to be one of the first sightings on the east coast coal seam located underneath... read more

• Coniston

Coniston is a predominantly residential area; Mount Saint Thomas is thought to be named after the maiden name of the wife of Captain Charles... read more

• Corrimal

Corrimal was officially recorded as a place in 1839 when a grant of 50 acres was made to Hugh Kennedy and described as being "at Corrimal"... read more

• Dapto

Dapto is a developing residential area, Dapto is thought to be named from Aboriginal word meaning "water plenty" or "tap... read more

• Darkes Forest

Darkes Forest Land was used mainly for farming, grazing and shale mining. Growth was minimal until the 1880's and 1890's... read more

• Easts Beach

Easts Beach is only 120 kilometres south of Sydney and located five minutes south of Kiama township. A large, quiet, unpatrolled beach... read more

• Fairy Meadow

Fairy Meadow is an established residential, institutional and parkland. Fairy Meadow was named to describe the area, with grassed open meadow... read more

• Five Islands Nature Reserve

Five Islands Nature Reserve is located near Port Kembla off the NSW south coast. It covers 24 hectares and was created in 1960 to provide... read more

• Foxground

Foxgrounds lies in the hinterland of Illawarra. The location is surrounded with green hills and tall trees. A true country town, the space... read more

• Gerringong

The villages of Gerringong and Gerroa are located just 10 minutes south of Kiama and Scenic Drive Number 3 should not be missed whilst visiting... read more

• Gerroa

The village of Gerroa is located just 10 minutes south of Kiama and is surrounded by farmlands, mountains and the pristine Pacific Ocean... read more

• Gwynneville

Gwynneville is an established residential area, located west of Wollongong city, and is thought to be named after John Gwynne, an early... read more

• Helensburgh

Helensburgh is a rural and residential area, is thought to be named after the town Scotland or after Helen Harper, the daughter of the Cumberland... read more

• Jamberoo

Jamberoo is a delightful little village full of history and is a quiet sanctuary close to natural splendours. Jamberoo is surrounded by... read more

• Kembla Grange

Kembla Grange is a rural, residential and industrial area, with residential area located mainly in the east. Kembla Grange is named after... read more

• Kiama

Of the coastal resorts south of Sydney, Kiama (located 90 minutes south of Sydney) is probably the most attractive. A small resort and... read more

• Kiama Downs

Just north of Kiama, Kiama Downs is linked by cycle ways and foot paths to Bombo Beach in the south, and Minamurra River in the north... read more

• Kiama Heights

Kiama Heights is a small residential community south of Kiama. With views of Marsden Head, Kiama Heights is in walking distance to Easts... read more

• Lake Illawarra

Lake Illawarra is a large tidal, salt water lake with a surface area of 35sq km and a 37km shoreline. The Lake is shallow although over... read more

• Minnamurra

Day visits are very popular, people coming for the scenery, the surfing, for barbecues and picnics at nearby Minnamurra River Reserve access... read more

• Minnamurra Rainforest

An elevated boardwalk will take you through several types of rainforest, post notes (storyboards) along the way explain the unusual features... read more

• Mount Keira

Mount Keira is residential, institutional and parkland area, Mount Keira is named from an Aboriginal word meaning "large lagoon"... read more

• Mount Kembla

Mount Kembla is a developing residential area. Kembla is named from an Aboriginal word meaning "wild game abundant" or "plenty... read more

• North Beach

North Beach, Illawarra is located near to the city centre and the beautiful harbour of Woollongong. It is famous for good surfing, windsurfing... read more

• North Wollongong

North Wollongong is an established residential and industrial area, Growth taking place in the 1920's, spurred by tourism... read more

• Otford

Otford is a rural and residential area. Otford is thought to be named after a village in West Kent, England. It was previously known as... read more

• Port Kembla

Port Kembla is part of the City of Woollongong and is 11 kms from the CBD. It houses the largest concentration of manufacturing industries... read more

• Royal National Park

Royal National Park is situated on 15,080 hectares and was the second national park in the world. Walk the coast for magnificent views... read more

• Saddleback Mountain

Just over 7 kms south-west of Kiama and 600 metres above sea-level, there is a lookout atop Saddleback Mountain which offers views from... read more

• Shellharbour

Shellharbour is the place for lovers of water sports. Whatever it is you care to do in the blue, there's a spot here for it, be it... read more

• Stanwell Park

Beautiful coastal and cliff views, beaches and picnic areas are Stanwell Tops best features. Bald Hill, Stanwell Park is a world class hang... read more

• Stanwell Tops

Stanwell Tops is a rural and residential area bounded by Otford and Lady Wakehurst Drive in the north, the locality of Clifton, the Illawarra... read more

• Thirroul

Thirroul is an established residential and parkland area, Thirroul is named from an Aboriginal word meaning "the place or valley of... read more

• Toolijooa

Toolijooa is a small rural community located between Gerroa and Berry. Located off the highway, Toolijooa's farm houses are reached... read more

• Unanderra

Unanderra is a rural, residential and industrial area, with residential areas located mainly in the east. Unanderra - is bounded Unanderra... read more

• Warilla

Located at the entrance to Lake Illawarra, Warilla is a good step-off point for fishing and boating, just a couple of the many activities... read more

• Werri Beach

Located on a sweeping stretch between two rocky headlands, with rock swimming pools at one end and a natural lagoon at the other, Werri... read more

• Windang

Windang is an established residential area with substantial parklands. Windang is named from an Aboriginal word meaning "scene of a... read more

• Wollongong

One of New South Wales' biggest cities, Wollongong has prospered in its time, but managed to keep its mellow sensibility. It stands by... read more

• Wollongong Area

Wollongong is located in the Illawarra Region of New South Wales, about 80 kilometres south of Sydney. The entrance to City of Wollongong... read more

• Wombarra

Wombarra is a rural and residential area, with residential area mainly along the coast. Wombarra was named from an Aboriginal word meaning... read more

• Woonona

Woonona is a residential area which is still experiencing growth, and is thought to be named from an Aboriginal word meaning "place... read more

• Yellow Rock

Small town overlooking the Nepean River, has a great lookout with views over the river to Sydney. read more