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KIAMA

The Blowhole
Possibly the most famous landmark for miles around, situated at Blowhole Point near the lighthouse and attracting visitors to Kiama for many years. Best seen on a day when a strong south-east wind is blowing and the tide is rising.


The Lighthouse
Built in 1887 to save shipping from the dangerous rocks of Blowhole Point.


Pilot's Cottage Museum
Built 1881 and now beautifully restored by the Historical Society, serves as an historical museum and tourist venue. Open Friday to Monday 11am to 3pm. Call for info on 4232 1001.


Robertson Basin
The name given to part of Kiama Harbour completed in 1876 after 16 years of construction to cater for the increasing shipping trade to this town. Iron rings, originally used to moor ships and boats in the hrabour can still be seen attached to rocks.


Christ Church
The little white church on the hill. Built in 1859, the ceiling resembles an upturned boat. One of the graves nearby is of First Fleeter John Gowan who arrived in New South Wales as a corporal of marines. He died in 1837 aged 74.


Town Obelisk
Seen on the northern side of Terralong Street, a point from which all distances were measured.


Post Office
Built in 1887/89 and was described as a red brick building with facings of Pyrmot stone in the Italian style.


Courthouse and Police Station
Built in 1860 and 1883 respectively in Terralong Street.


Kiama Railway

Commenced on 9 November 1887, trains from Wollongong to Bombo where passengers had to board a horse drawn carriage for last 2 miles to town.


JAMBEROO

Saddleback Mountain Lookout
Travel west from Kiama toward Jamberoo and turn left at Fountaindale Road. Follow this road upwards to the end. The views will astound you - from Wollongong to Gerringong.


Minnamurra Rainforest
Drive through Jamberoo and turn left just outside town up Jamberoo Mountain Road. Take the first turn right to reach Minnamurra set in the National Park where native birds and animals abound. Elevated boardwalks suitable for disabled persons take you through the canopy of trees among the remains of a dense rainforest.


GERROA

Seven Mile Beach
Seven Mile Beach is of particular interest to aviation buffs since this is where early flights were commenced. In fact Kingsford Smith and crew left from 7 Mile Beach for New Zealand.


BERRY

There are many fine buildings in this bustling township, some of historic interest such as the Old Courthouse in Victoria Street and the School of Arts in Alexandra Street. Be in Berry in February to enjoy the Annual Berry Show and in October witness the spring grandeur of the lovely gardens on display. Berry stages a monthly market at the Showgrounds and a blues band plays at the Great Southern Hotel. At Coolangatta Estate Winery jazz and blues feature every month on the first Sunday.

The views from this vantage point are nothing short of breathtaking. From here one may gaze out across the Shoalhaven River basin taking in the City of Nowra, Coolangatta Mountain and the confluence of the Shoalhaven and Crookhaven Rivers at Greenwell Point.


KANGAROO VALLEY

Of note in this picturesque place is the Hampden Bridge with its castellated stoneworks. Call in and see the Pioneer Farm Museum, right beside the northern approach to the bridge, and see displays of farming implements and techniques of times past. This is also a good place to indulge in a cuppa, a snack or a hearty meal.


NOWRA

While here, make sure to visit Australia's Museum of Flight at HMAS Albatross, Nowra Hill, just south of the city. Here will be found some of Australia's most interesting aircraft and other paraphernalia of flight.
Visit the Visitors Centre which is located just south of the Shoalhaven River Bridge. Turn left at the Navy helicopter. Here is also to be found historic Graham House which was recently renovated back to its original 19th. century glory.


Nowra Museum is located at the corner of Kinghorne and Worrigee Streets and contains many items of local interest.


Meroogal House, a museum dedicated to the lifestyles and domestic hardship of women of yesteryear, is located in Worrigee Street. Conducted tours are available on weekends.
Of course a visit to Nowra would not be complete without a visit to Bundanon, a property at Cambewarra to the west of Nowra which was owned by artist Arthur Boyd. Bundanon is now run as a campus for aspiring artists as well as a gallery of works.


Nowra Wildlife Park at North Nowra is always a pleasure to visit where you may get up close and personal with native animals and reptiles. With views of the Shoalhaven River, this is a day trip to remember.


Around Nowra you will find plenty of bushwalking and/or 4WD tracks in the State Forests and National park. Information available form the Visitors Centre - 4421 0778.


EAST of NOWRA

Drive east from Nowra along Greenwell Point Road for 14 kms and you will find yourself in the quiet fishing village of Greenwell Point. Located at the junction of Shoalhaven and Crookhaven Rivers, this is known far and wide as the oyster capital of the coast.
Fish shops and oyster farmers here offer fresh catches daily plus there is a Bowling Club or Hotel where a wonderful meal may be had at low cost. Of course fishing is very popular here and boat launching ramps are available at three sites. For more information visit the Greenwell Point web site.

Along Greenwell Point Road is found Jindy Andy Mill where several gift shops and a cafe are located as well as a cafe and gallery at The Old Butterfactory.
From here it is an easy 10 minute drive to Culburra Beach, Orient Point or Callala Beach and Bay. Further east to Currarong where some more great fish adventures may be had either at table or catch your own.


Anglers Rest Boat Hire & Takeaway!


JERVIS BAY

To see the whitest sand beaches in the world a visit to Jervis Bay is a must. Vincentia and Huskisson will give you an idea of this fact which is further reinforced at Hyams Beach. All manner of watersports are popular on Jervis Bay during spring, summer and autumn plus fishing all year round. Other attractions here include Lilliputland and Lady Denman Maritime Museum at Huskisson.

Several well known artists live around Jervis Bay and from time to time hold exhibitions of work at various locations as well as during the bi-annual See Change Festival.


SUSSEX INLET

Visit this pleasant place when next in the mood to catch a fish, go hiking, camping, waterskiing, surfing, horse riding, golfing, bowling or just relaxing. Here, you will get those choices and more, with several clubs, motels, restaurants, a pub and caravan parks to select from. Be in Sussex during July each year for the giant Family Fishing Contest which carries prize money of more than $30,000.00.


MILTON, MOLLYMOOK, ULLADULLA

These three townships, so close together yet of three different characteristics.

Milton, more established with some charming old buildings and quaint shops and galleries filled with all manner of retail and artistic goods.
Mollymook, a more modern township and holiday destination, has a most attractive surf beach, two golf clubs, bowling club plus an abundance of accommodation in motels and apartments.

Ulladulla, considered to be the commercial hub of the area also boasts some wonderful cafes, restaurants, galleries and other retail venues, most with views of the harbour's sparkling blue waters. Be there during Easter for the Blessing of the Fleet ceremony or in July for Tabula Rasa Festival and August for the Food & Wine Festival. Call the Visitors Centre for info on 4455 1269.


BAWLEY POINT, TERMEIL & DURRAS
Where the bush meets the ocean and life rolls on at a most pleasant pace. The surf is a big attraction and campers are catered for at several caravan parks, B & B's and guest houses. Art galleries and roadside stalls prevail with fresh produce and fine art for sale. Pick up a bargain all year round.
   
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January 2012

Huskisson Carnival
26 Dec – 21 Jan 6pm-10pm (11pm on NYE)
Open nightly (weather permitting). Spectacular new rides, free fireworks - 26 Dec and 21 Jan.
Free entry. A $25 armband gets you 4 hours of unlimited rides.
George Melonas or Michael Wolter Ph: 0413 041 683
www.huskissoncarnival.com.au

Scripture Union Family Missions
27 Dec - 5 Jan 9:30am to 3pm
Bowling Club Reserve Jacobs Dr, Sussex Inlet.
Lynette Windsor Ph: 9638 9000

Kiama Woodcraft Group Exhibtion
27 Dec – 2 Jan
Old Fire Station, Kiama. Free Admission to the public.
Contact: Kiama Visitors Centre 4232 3322

XXXX Gold Festival of Golf
28 Dec - 1 Jan
Over $3000 in prizes. Nowra Golf Club 86 Fairway Street, Nowra.
Ph: 4421 2249 Pro Shop

Ulladulla Habourside Festival and Fireworks
29 Dec – 2 Jan
Free Family Fun! Five days of entertainment for the family, including markets. Fireworks 9pm New Years' Eve.
Harbour Reserve and Civic Centre Grounds Princes Highway, Ulladulla.
Cindy Williams Ph: 0411 374 018

Millhouse Art Society Christmas Art Exhibition
29 Dec - 8 Jan
Paintings for sale - local artists work.
Civic Centre, Princes Highway, Ulladulla.
Paula Ph: 4455 4842

New Years' Eve Fireworks
Sat 31 Dec 9pm
Black Beach, Kiama Harbour.
Kiama Visitors Centre Ph: 4232 3322
Kiama Golf Club 9pm, Midnight Ph: 42377300

Fireworks on the Fly
Sat 31 Dec 7pm
Incredible views of the 9:30 fireworks over Wollongong. Limited to 120 tickets $89 for a family (2 adults, 3 children), $39 Adults and $16 Children includes BBQ dinner and an Airwalk Pass to view the fireworks.
Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures Ph: 1300 362 881
http://www.illawarrafly.com/2011/11/fireworks-on-the-fly/

Berry Affordable Art Show
31 Dec - 29 Jan
Art sale held by Shoalhaven Art Society. Berry School of Arts, Alexandra Street, Berry.
Leonie Simmons Ph:4234 1156

Jervis Bay Marine Park - Exploring Estuaries
Sun 1 Jan
Regional Boat Ramp. Frank Lewis Way, Woollamia. Currambene Creek Mudflats. Bookings preferred.
Jervis Bay Marine Park. Sue Brown Ph: 4428 3000

Shoalhaven Greyhound Racing Club Race Meeting
1,4,11,22,29 Jan
Come and enjoy the popular Nowra dogs. Pinebowl Track, Albatross Road, Nowra.
Glen Midson 4421 2332

The Stadium
Mon 2 Jan
An event based around a large inflatable soccer field. Ulladulla Lighthouse Oval, Ulladulla.
Lynette Windsor 02 9638 9000


Jervis Bay Marine Park - Discover the Rocky Shore
Mon 2 Jan
Visitors will be taken along Tapalla Point. Limited numbers. Bookings preferred. Huskisson.
Sue Brown Ph: 4428 3000

K.I.S.S Arts Festival
3 - 15 Jan
Kiama International Seaside Festival. The Bigtop in Hindmarsh Park, Kiama
Show times and ticket details: Kiama Visitors Centre
Ph: 1300 654 262 or 02 4232 3322
www.kissartsfestival.com.au

Jervis Bay Marine Park - A Living Museum Walk
3,9,19 Jan
Abrahams Bosom & Whale Point Currarong. Bookings preferred.
Sue Brown Ph: 4428 3000

Spellmaster
3 -6 Jan and Fri 13th
Two hour hypnotist show. For locations, times and ticket info: www.stevenspellmaster.com.au

Kiama Jazz & Blues by the Beach
Thurs 5 Jan 6pm - 9pm
Free Admission. Twilight Jazz Concert by Kiama Jazz Club. Coronation Park, Surf Beach Kiama.
Ross Eggleton Ph: 4234 4326

Babes In The Wood
6 - 14 Jan
The story of Jack & Jill, and their larger-than-life Nanny at the Roo Theatre.
Friday 6th January – 7.30pm
Saturday 7th January – 1.30 & 7.30 pm
Tuesday 10th January – 1.30 pm
Wednesday 11th January – 1.30 pm
Thursday 12th January – 1.30 pm
Friday 13th January – 1.30 & 7.30 pm
Saturday 14th January – 1.30 & 7.30 pm
Cnr Addison Street & Wentworth Street, Shellharbour Ph: 4297 2891
www.roo-theatre.com.au

Theopany
Fri 6 Jan
Blessing of the Water. Plantation Point Reserve, Vincentia. Holy day for Christianity to celebrate the epiphany.
Nick Theodosi Ph: 0408243083

Sussex Inlet Rotary Summer Carnival
Sat 7 Jan 8am-4pm.
Duck Dash, market, food, childrens entertainment.
Jim Cater Reserve On the water. Sussex Inlet.
Mal Banks Ph: 4423 6940

Nowra Speedway - Australian Speedcar Grandprix
Sat 7 Jan
Gates open 4pm - Racing from 6pm Albatross Road, Nowra.
Darren Holbrow Ph: 0404 014 883

Bob Churton Memorial Gerringong Surf Spectacular
Sat 7 Jan
Breakfast, bands, children’s activities, fashion parades, beach volleyball, fish-offs. Gerringong SLSC, Pacific Avenue, Werri Beach.
Simon Bateman Ph:02 4234 4439

Captain Christie Classic Ocean Surf Swim & Surfboard Paddle
Sun 8 Jan Registrations 8.30am, 10.00am start
1.8km ocean swim or surfboard paddle from Gerringong Boat Harbour to Werri Beach, public entries welcome.
Werri Beach, Gerringong
Simon Bateman Ph: 02 4234 4439

Bawley Point Iron Man
Sun 8 Jan 9.00am - 4.00pm
Garnet Beach, Bawley Point.
Chris Montgomery Ph: 0408 604 053

Archer Miniature Railway
Sun 8 Jan 10.00am - 3.00pm
Archer Racecourse, Albatross Road, Nowra
Ph: 0412 706 045

Art in the Park
Sun 8 Jan from 8:30am
Showcasing local artworks. Hindmarsh Park, Kiama
Brian Chapman Ph: 4422 0068

SEC - Point Break Drama Acting Workshop
9 -10 Jan
$120.00p.p Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, Bridge Rd, Nowra Ph: 1300 788 503

Jervis Bay Marine Park - Exploring Estuaries
10,16 Jan
Regional Boat Ramp Frank Lewis Way, Woollamia. Currambene Creek Mudflats. Bookings preferred.
Contact: Jervis Bay Marine Park Sue Brown Ph: 4428 3000

The Kiama Show Ball
Fri 13th Jan
$35 per person - B.Y.O. Basket Supper Dress: Formal/Lounge Suit. Kiama Leisure Centre.
Contact Show Secretary Ph: 4233 1597

Shoalhaven Heads Classic
13 - 15 Jan
River, deep sea, beach & rock from Kiama to Jervis Bay
Fred Roberts Ph: 4448 8315

Shoalhaven City Turf Club - Kids Day Out
Mon 16 Jan 11am
First 400 kids will receive a McDonalds showbag, Archer Raceway. Albatross Road, Nowra.
Shoalhaven City Turf Club Lynn Locke Ph: 4421 4550

South Coast Wine Show 2012
Fri 20 Jan 7pm-9pm
Public wine tasting. Mollymook Golf Club. Golf Ave, Mollymook. $25 pp
Neil Ramsay Ph: 4455 7888

Shoalhaven Astronomers Meeting
Fri 20 Jan 7.30pm
Public Welcome, Possible viewing. Shoalhaven Campus, George Evans Road, West Nowra.
Jack Apfelbaum Ph: 4423 2255

Rotary Antique and Collectables Fair
Jan 20-22
Fri 6.30pm to 9pm, Sat 10am to 5pm, Sun 10am to 4pm Kiama Leisure Centre, Havilah St, Kiama.
Trevor Phillis Ph: 4236 1561

Nowra Speedway
Sat 21 Jan
Gates open 4pm - Racing from 6pm Albatross Road, Nowra
Darren Holbrow Ph: 0404 014 883

Childrens Charity Fishing Tournament
Sun 22 Jan
Children must supply their own fishing gear and bait. $5.00 Registration Kiama Harbour from 8am, Fishing starts at: 9am. Sample bags and Buckets (Bunnnings) to first 200 children.
Mark Way Ph: 0427 377 865
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Australia Day Celebrations and Fireworks
Thurs 26 Jan
Celebrate Australia Day at any of these locations:

Lake Illawarra:
Breakfast, music, citizenship ceremony, sand modelling competitions, and more. 7am – 11am Reddall Reserve, Reddall Parade, Lake Illawarra.
Shellharbour:
Australia Day Fireworks 9pm free at the Shellharbour Workers’ Club. Free Australian flag handwaver and a temporary Aussie tattoo for members and guests. Cnr Wattle & Shellharbour Rds, Shellharbour Ph: 42967 155 www.shellys.com.au
Kiama:
Breakfast; 7am - 12noon Kiama Surf Club.
Citizenship Ceremony Kiama Community Centre; 11.00am - 12 noon Hindmarsh Park Kiama
Australia Day Queensland Flood Relief Concert; 5pm Hindmarsh Park, Kiama.
Hope Ph: 4232 0444 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
www.kiama.nsw.gov.au
Kiama Downs:
Breakfast; 7am - late Kiama Downs Surf Club.
Gerringong:
Breakfast & Teddy Bear's Picnic; 8am - 11am Gerringong Surf Club
Jamberoo:
Breakfast; 8.30am - 10.30am Reid Park, Jamberoo.
Nowra:
Breakfast from 7am;
Children’s activities displays, awards ceremony 9am-1pm. Nowra Showground West St, Nowra.
Lisa Jackson Ph: 0402 827365
Sussex Inlet:
Lions citizenship ceremony and celebrations; 11:30am–2:30pm. Lions Park Sussex Inlet.
Mollymook:
Citizen Awards and the Lions Club Beach Markets. Mollymook Beach Reserve.


164th Kiama Agricultural Show
27 & 28 Jan
Entertainment, Cattle and Horse Judging, Showjumping, Woodchopping, Showgirl Competition, Rodeo, Demonstrations, Competitions, Showcase of local craft and cookery talent and much more.
Kiama Showground, Bong Bong St, Kiama.
Sue Grainger-Holcombe Ph: 4233 1597
http://www.kiamashow.com.au/