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                                                               Contents
                                                               4	Acknowledgement
                                                                                                                The wheelchair icon and operators
                                                                  of Country
                                                                                                          appearing in purple throughout this guide
                                                               6	Local Aboriginal Culture
Front cover: Pretty Beach. Back cover: Morton National Park.

                                                                                                          indicates accessible facilities. Contact
                                                               8 White Sands Coast
                                                                                                          individual operators for more info, or for
                                                               10 Our Favourite Lookouts
                                                                                                          fully audited products visit itsheaven.org
                                                               12 Into the Wild
                                                               14 Foodie Goodness                         * Hire beach wheelchairs for free from
                                                               16 Shoalhaven Wine Coast                   September to April from various locations
                                                               18 Adventures on Water                     throughout the Shoalhaven. For more
                                                               20 Reel in Holiday Memories                information and other inclusive tourism
                                                               22 Scenic Towns                            ideas see shoalhaven.com/inclusive.
                                                               24 Events
This page: Mount Bushwalker.

                                                               26 Art and Culture
                                                               28 Whale of a Time
                                                               30 Accommodation
                                                               32 Paw-some Getaways
                                                               33 Leave Only Footprints
                                                               34 Sponsors
                                                               58 Service Directory
                                                               66 Weddings
                                                               67 Visitor Services

     © Copyright Shoalhaven City Council. All information in this brochure is
     correct at time of publication. Prices are subject to change at any time.

  SHOALHAVEN VISITOR CENTRES
 Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, Nowra
 42 Bridge Road
 Ulladulla Civic Centre
 Princes Hwy
 ACCOMMODATION BOOKINGS                                                                      Just 2 hours drive from Sydney and Canberra
 & VISITOR INFORMATION                                                                       FROM SYDNEY                                FROM MELBOURNE
 tourism@shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au                                                               Via M1/A1 - 145 km (2hrs)                  Via Highway No.1 - 830km (10hrs)
 02 4421 0778                                                                                Via Grand Pacific Drive - 163km (2.5hrs)
                                                                                                                                        BUS & RAIL
                                                                                             Via Hume Highway (2hrs)
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                                                                                             Via Kings Highway - 280km (2.5hrs)
 #shoalhaven                                                                                 Main Road 92 - 194km (2hrs)
 shoalhaven.com
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                                                                         Kangaroo
                                                                         Valley

                                                   Dharawal
                                      Tallowa                                                        Berry
                                      Dam
                                                                                             Shoalhaven
                                                                                                   Heads
                                                                                      Cullunghutti

                                                   Burrier                Nowra
                                                                                         Greenwell
                               Ettrema                                                       Point
                                                Yalwal                                           Culburra
                                                                                                   Beach

                                                                                               Callala
        Dhurga & Dharawal are                                                                     Bay
        the identified Aboriginal
        languages in the Shoalhaven                                                                          Currarong
        and beyond.                                                                Huskisson
                                                              Tomerong
                                                           Bewong
                          Sassafras                Wandandian                      Vincentia

                                                                         Sussex           Booderee NP
                                                                           Inlet

                                                               Cudmirrah
                                          Fishermans
                                             Paradise        Bendalong

                                                           Lake

                     Dhurga                      Milton
                                                         Conjola

                   Didthul
                Pigeon House                     Mollymook
                   Mountain                      Ulladulla
            Yadboro

                                            Lake
                                         Tabourie

                             Termeil
                        Mogood
                                         Bawley
                                          Point

                                        Kioloa

                               Durras
                               North
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   Travel thoughtfully and respectfully,
remembering the footsteps of the ancestors
     who walked this land before you,
         and those who will follow.

 Acknowledgement of Country
 We acknowledge all Aboriginal people of the           As you journey through the Shoalhaven,
 Shoalhaven, the Bhwerawerri, Budawang,                absorb the beauty of the land, its magnificent
 Jerrinja, Murramarang, Tomikin, Wadi wadi,            landscapes, spectacular waterways and
 Wandi wandandian, Yuin, and associated                abundance of native flora and fauna. Travel
 clans of which many are Dhurga and Dharawal           thoughtfully and respectfully, remembering
 language speakers. We value their long rich,          the footsteps of the ancestors who walked this
 cultural and spiritual connections to the             land before you, and those who will follow.
 Shoalhaven area.

 Natural landmarks like Cullunghutti Coolangatta Mountain (image above), Moyean Hill (north of Cullunghutti
 Mountain) and Didthul Pigeon House Mountain, hold significant cultural meaning to Aboriginal people of the
 Shoalhaven.
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                  Aboriginal Experiences
                  When you visit, you are walking on country with the longest continuing culture
                  on earth. Our local Aboriginal community retains a deep spiritual connection
                  with the land, and offers immersive experiences to add a really special element
                  to your holiday.

                  Djiriba Waagura (meaning two crows) is run              special place at the southern end of Jervis Bay
                  by Matthew Simms, a Wandi Wandian man                   offers a wide range of cultural experiences on
                  offering immersive cultural experiences such as         country, and is a very popular spot for camping
                  interpretive walks that include activities like spear   and day visits. To make life easy, you can pre-
                  making, dance, bush food and storytelling in the        purchase campsites and/or day passes ($13 per
                  Nowra area. Matt and his father, a local elder,         car) online at booderee.gov.au or call the visitor
                  also perform traditional welcome to country             centre on 02 4443 0977.
                  including smoking ceremonies, call 0401 623 566.
                                                                          Run by the Freeman family, Galamban
                  Mirritya Mundya based in Callala offer delivered        Extraordinary Aboriginal Experiences offers
                  grazing platter boxes for brunch, morning tea or        unforgettable cultural experiences that come
                  sunset starters. They also provide pop up dinner        from many lifetimes of knowledge. Engage in
                  nights and group luncheons with low and slow            the cultural heritage of Wreck Bay, learn about
                  smoked proteins, native bread and the signature         weaving, Indigenous tools and technology,
                  Lemon Myrtle Blackfish. Order online mmundya.           or hear ancient yarns by the campfire. The
                  com or call 0400 285 461.                               KoffeeClan Van at Green Patch in Booderee
                                                                          provides delicious coffee, after swim treats and
                  Booderee National Park is co-managed by the
                                                                          Aboriginal style catering for special events, more
                  Wreck Bay people and Parks Australia. This
                                                                          info at galamban.net or call 02 4442 1117.
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                                                                              For more on
                                                                               Aboriginal
                                                                            experiences go to
                                                                            shoalhaven.com/
                                                                               discovery

Give Wreck Bay Elder Paul McLeod of                  Further south near Milton you can experience
Wandimarratomi a call to participate in self-        a full day on Budawang country with Trish and
identity and spirituality programs, connecting       Noel Butler from Nura Gunyu. In 2019 Noel won
you to knowledge and traditions of his people,       the Outstanding Contribution to Reconciliation
phone 0467 985 472. At Jervis Bay and parts          Award for NAIDOC week to acknowledge
of the escarpment, Walbanga woman Deidre             the years of working and sharing his cultural
Martin hosts guided walks with damper, native        knowledge and skills with Indigenous and non-
tea and traditional weaving under the name           Indigenous people alike. On Country workshops
of Bugiya Naway Buradja (Yesterday, Today,           with Noel and Trish are all encompassing,
Tomorrow). Book online at aboriginalculture-         starting with bush food walks and finishing with
deidremartin.com                                     seafood feasts. Book online or call 0405 646 911.
Raymond Timbery has taken over his grandfather       Follow the way of the Rainbow Serpent in
Laddie’s legacy at Bidjigal Arts and Crafts in       Ulladulla by booking an interpretive walk along
Huskisson. Browse the shop for cultural artefacts,   the coastal Coomee Nulunga Trail, $20 for
learn how to throw a boomerang or go on a            adults, $10 for kids. Phone 02 4455 5883.
bush tucker tour around the mangroves of
                                                     The local NPWS Discovery Ranger program
Currambene Creek. Right next door to the Jervis
                                                     organises interpretive walks with local Aboriginal
Bay Maritime Museum, Raymond and his team
                                                     guides for small groups. Bookings can be made
can take bookings for groups on 0402 547 660.
                                                     for Morton and Jervis Bay National Parks or
                                                     Bomaderry Creek Regional Park on 02 4423 2170.

                                                                         Left to right: Noel
                                                                       and Trish Butler, Deidre
                                                                    Martin’s traditional weaving,
                                                                  Uncle Paul McLeod performing
                                                               a smoking ceremony at Fairgrounds
                                                           Festival, a beautifully presented platter from
                                                         Mirritya Mundya, Matthew Simms looking deadly,
                                                      learning about bush food with Nura Gunyu, Aunty Julie
                                                   Freeman telling a campfire yarn. Top of page: weaving with
                                                 Deidre Martin.
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                  White Sands Coast
                  Clear blue waters, friendly villages and unspoilt national parks are dotted along
                  a captivating coastline. You may have heard of Hyams, but did you know there
                  are 16 white sand beaches in Jervis Bay? Spanning more than 100 kilometres,
                  play the 100 Beach Challenge to find your new favourite.

                  Discover our 16 white sand beaches, a result of     of aquatic fun, book a lesson or hire a stand-
                  bountiful levels of quartz where the bush meets     up paddleboard from one of our local guides
                  the beach. Each with their own unique features,     and head to the calm waters of Collingwood
                  you’ll want to dip your toe in every beach! Start   Beach. Near the old Holden Street Boat Ramp
                  exploring via the new Round the Bay Walk, an        (part of the Historic Wool Road from Goulburn)
                  accessible pathway that starts at Callala Bay,      you’ll find Orion Beach, a sheltered swimming
                  or enjoy great shopping, cafés and restaurants      spot that’s excellent for kids. Callala Beach and
                  along the way in the cute villages of Huskisson     Callala Bay are also family-friendly, with more
                  and Vincentia.                                      than six kilometres of beach to find your own
                                                                      special spot. The Husky Ferry is located in
                  A northbound walk along pet friendly Nelson
                                                                      nearby Myola, and offers a regular service over
                  Beach leads to a grassy reserve at Plantation
                                                                      to Huskisson.
                  Point, ideal for a beachside picnic. For a bit

                                Left to right:
                              Diving with the seals,
                           snorkelling at Callala Bay,
                       crystal clear waters of Jervis Bay,
                     Currambene Creek entering the Bay
                  at Huskisson, Greenfield Beach, Weedy Sea
                Dragon near Bowen Island, Hole in the Wall Beach
             in Booderee National Park.
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You’ll find several beach snorkelling spots        shallow and deep-water rock reefs, sand zones,
where you can see fish, seals, dolphins, sea       seagrass meadows, silty sandflats, platforms
urchins and many other marine species if you’re    and caves to explore.
lucky. Shark Net Beach and Huskisson Beach*
                                                   For deeper underwater exploration, you can
boast calm swell, crystal clear waters and rocky
                                                   swim with the whales during May to November
reefs. Greenfield Beach, with its sheltered
                                                   or dive with our cute seal colony at Drum and
aspect, is great for beginners and conveniently
                                                   Drumsticks courtesy of Dive Jervis Bay. You can
connected to Blenheim Beach via the White
                                                   also learn how to freedive with the crew at Woe
Sands Walk. Murrays Beach and nearby Hole
                                                   Be Gone Freedive, or book a private adventure
in the Wall in Booderee National Park have
                                                   with Crest Diving.

             Discover our
              white sand
             beaches with
              100beach
            challenge.com
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                  Our Favourite Lookouts
                  From mountains to coastlines, from bush to beach our scenic lookouts boast
                  views that will take your breath away. Here’s a sneak peek at our favourite
                  Shoalhaven lookouts. Cast your eye over our popular blog post for a
                  comprehensive list of these Instagram-worthy wonders.

                                                                           Visit
                                                                       our popular
                                                                      lookouts blog
                                                                    shoalhaven.com/
                                                                        lookouts
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Lighthouses stand sentinel to our maritime         a fire trail and features an elevated walkway
heritage and are excellent whale watching          with panoramic views of the Shoalhaven coast
spots from May to November. Point                  and Morton National Park.
Perpendicular is surrounded by sheer cliffs that
                                                   Didthul Pigeon House Mountain is a special
tower more than 80 metres above Jervis Bay
                                                   place to our local Aboriginal people, with
and the classic old white and blue lighthouse a
                                                   connection to country dating back more than
picturesque beacon. Cape St George, Warden
                                                   20,000 years. It’s also a popular and challenging
Head and Crookhaven Heads also offer
                                                   hike with ladders leading to an epic summit.
incredible vantage points.
                                                   Abrahams Bosom Reserve features Gosangs
Soak up the epic wilderness of Morton National     Tunnel and has significance to traditional
Park, a bushwalker’s paradise. The cliffs at       owners dating back more than 4,000 years. Not
Three Views Lookout in Kangaroo Valley offer       for the faint hearted, you must crawl through a
vistas of Lake Yarrunga, Tallowa Dam and           30-metre-long tunnel to get to sweeping vistas
the Shoalhaven River. George Boyd Lookout          of open ocean, it’s worth the effort!
boasts simultaneous coastal and hinterland
                                                   Bring your four-legged friend to Cambewarra
panoramas. Further south you can spot Didthul
                                                   Mountain Lookout, pet friendly and perched
Pigeon House Mountain and The Castle from
                                                   high on Cambewarra Range there’s a
Little Forest Plateau and Florence Head. If
                                                   breathtaking view of the Shoalhaven coastline.
you’re after a romantic picnic spot, Pointer Gap
                                                   They even offer a puppacino for your paw-
Lookout is perfect, featuring coastal views from
                                                   some friend! Further south, Mogood Lookout
Sussex Inlet to Bawley Point.
                                                   is the perfect scenic stop for 4WD adventurers
An easy drive along Main Road 92 leads you         travelling with a pooch. The 360-degree
to Tianjara Falls, a 65-metre plunging waterfall   views of Clyde State Forest caps off the fun,
that overlooks the Ettrema wilderness. Nearby      dirt road voyage.
Jerrawangala Lookout is a fun adventure down

   Opposite page: Point Perpendicular
     Lighthouse. This page left to right:
        Hanging Rock Lookout at Bens
          Walk, Didthul Pigeon
            House Mountain,
               Florence Head
                  Track.
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                 Into the Wild
                 Disconnect from your devices to reconnect yourself with nature. The
                 Shoalhaven’s endless opportunities for epic bushwalks, taking in stunning
                 scenery and guided wilderness experiences, will help you switch off from
                 the hustle and bustle.

                 A walk in the wild does wonders for                  kilometres from Huskisson to Vincentia. The
                 your physical and mental wellbeing. The              wide walkway is wheelchair accessible and
                 Shoalhaven’s fresh, coastal air and beautiful        excellent for bikes and prams and connects
                 scenery is the perfect prescription for a digital    up over the creek in Callala Bay. It also helps
                 detox. Bens Walk in Nowra is a pet friendly trail,   that there’s a cute town with great cafés at
                 featuring sweeping views of the Shoalhaven           either end!
                 River, rock overhangs and a suspension
                                                                      Didthul Pigeon House Mountain is a very
                 bridge the kids will love. Strolling through
                                                                      special place to local Aboriginal people,
                 the paperbark forest with black cockatoos
                                                                      and you are welcome to respectfully climb
                 chattering above you makes this walk a delight
                                                                      its majestic summit. This walk is definitely a
                 for the senses.
                                                                      challenge with both flat sections and very
                 For incredible views of white sand beaches,          steep ladder climbs. Make sure you come in
                 the Round the Bay Walking Track is a lovely          the cooler months to beat the heat and enjoy
                 new pathway that hugs the coastline for four         the serenity.

                                  Left to right:
                                Mount Bushwalker
                             Track, Moo from Ulladulla
                         Yoga Aerial Strength, Bens Walk
                     in Nowra, Australian King-Parrot, having
                  a ‘Cliffnic’ with Outdoor Raw, scootering on
               the Round the Bay Walking Track, coffee break on
            a multi-day hike in Morton National Park.
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Go deeper into the wild on a guided outdoor    Mountain and to popular Pebbly and Pretty
experience with a local expert. Big Nature     Beach tracks.
Adventures offer multi-day hikes and rock
                                               For something even more daring, book a
climbing through the epic landscapes of
                                               ‘Cliffnic’ with rock climbing experts Outdoor
Morton and Murramarang National Parks. Lure
                                               Raw, where you can dine on a selection of
your kids away from the screens by enrolling
                                               delicious Shoalhaven goodies while suspended
them into a Rewild Your Child workshop with
                                               from a clifftop, or even a proposal package
Bluegum Bushcraft, where wilderness mentors
                                               that also includes a photographer. You can
teach bushcraft skills. The high ropes and
                                               also book a beginner or advanced climbing
ziplines at Trees Adventure will exhilarate
                                               adventure with Rob from Climb Nowra. There’s
the entire family as you view Nowra and the
                                               nothing like exploring a new place with the
Shoalhaven River from new heights. Region
                                               help of friendly locals!
X offers guided day walks to Pigeon House

                                                                        Get all
                                                                     the details
                                                                    on adventure
                                                                    activities here
                                                                  shoalhaven.com/
                                                                     adventure
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                 Foodie Goodness
                 Make memories whilst adventuring through our bustling gastronomic scene.
                 Some of your best vacation moments might be sparked by amazing times
                 around food and wine. With award-winning local eateries, a vibrant coffee
                 scene and many options for healthy, holiday dining including vegan and
                 vegetarian fare, it’s easy to treat yourself to the mouth-watering flavours
                 of the coast.
                 Indulge at two new eateries that have become      Pelican Rocks Café holds the title for the Best
                 local favourites. Contemporary pub fare, killer   Fish and Chips in NSW and Jim Wild’s Oyster
                 cocktails and a cool, steampunk atmosphere        Service will shuck you the freshest oysters
                 can be found at The Dog & Monocle in Nowra.       straight from the Crookhaven River.
                 For a sampling of unique, Australian flavours,
                                                                   Head directly to the source and pick your
                 head to Bangalay Dining, beautifully nestled
                                                                   own berries at Clyde River Berry Farm, or
                 amongst the Bangalay Sand Forest of Seven
                                                                   harvest chestnuts at Sassafras Nuts whilst
                 Mile Beach.
                                                                   in season. We also have many farm gates,
                 Seafood lovers must venture to Rick Stein at      providores and community farmers markets
                 Bannisters, the Mollymook home away from          year-round, where local growers share their
                 home for the famous chef. In Greenwell Point,     passion for fresh produce.

                                 Left to right:
                               Bannisters by the
                            Sea in Mollymook, The
                        Dog & Monocle in Nowra, Jim
                      Wilds freshly shucked oysters, Andrew
                  Gibson of Sunday Life enjoying a coffee.
               Opposite page: Chef Brent Strong at Bangalay
             Dining in Shoalhaven Heads.
The Shoalhaven has some of the country’s           Vegetarians, you can’t go past Pilgrims,
best coffee roasters. In Nowra, Hyper Hyper is     who boast a 100% meat-free menu and two
consistently ranked among the top Australian       locations in Milton and Huskisson. Or try the
cafés for their super strong house-made            vegan, raw food delights at Back 2 Earth in
Italian-style espresso. Also in Nowra, Hit N       Berry, where you can book in for a meal or opt
Run are winners of several Australian and          for the full retreat package. Your taste buds are
international roasting awards. The coffee          in for a treat with so much foodie goodness
masters at Sunday Life pump out their local        and decadence in our region!
brew from a retro arcade in Ulladulla. They also
roast for Pearla Kombi who sell raw, vegan
desserts roadside and beachside, mostly at
Narrawallee or Lake Tabourie.

                                                                                     Find more
                                                                                 delicious ideas at
                                                                                 shoalhaven.com/
                                                                                      foodie
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                                                               Kangaroo
                                                               Valley

                                                                                    2
                                                                                3
                                         Dharawal
                            Tallowa                                                            Berry
                            Dam

                                                                 7                    Shoalhaven4
                                                                                            Heads
                                                                                        6 5
                                                                               Cullunghutti                           Read more
                                                                                                                   about our winery
                                         Burrier                Nowra                                               experiences at
                                                                                    Greenwell
                     Ettrema                                                            Point                      shoalhaven.com/
                                      Yalwal                                               Culburra
                                                                                                                         wine
                                                                                             Beach

                                                                                         Callala
Dhurga & Dharawal are                                                                       Bay
the identified Aboriginal
languages in the Shoalhaven                                                                            Currarong
and beyond.                                                              Huskisson
                                                    Tomerong
                                                 Bewong
                Sassafras                Wandandian                          Vincentia

                                                               Sussex               Booderee NP
                                                                 Inlet

                                                     Cudmirrah
                                Fishermans                                                         Shoalhaven Cellar Doors
                                   Paradise        Bendalong
                                                                                                   1 Yarrawa Estate
                                                 Lake                                              2 Jasper Valley Wines

           Dhurga                      Milton
                                               Conjola                                             3 Silos Estate & Wileys Creek
                                                                                                   4 Mountain Ridge Wines
         Didthul                                 8                                                 5 Coolangatta Estate
      Pigeon House                     Mollymook                                                   6 Two Figs Winery
         Mountain                      Ulladulla
                                                                                                   7 Cambewarra Estate
    Yadboro
                                                                                                   8 Cupitt’s Winery
                                  Lake
                                                                                                   9 Bawley Vale Estate
                               Tabourie

                   Termeil       9
              Mogood
                               Bawley
                                Point

                              Kioloa

                     Durras
                     North
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Shoalhaven Wine Coast
Where else in the world can you spend the morning at the beach and enjoy a
leisurely afternoon at a winery? With cool coastal breezes, fertile soils and a
temperate climate, the art of wine production is just in our nature. Almost a
dozen cellar doors are scattered along our Shoalhaven wine trail, with unique
experiences that showcase much more than wine.
Connect with our thriving viticulture scene on       Mountain Ridge Wines are also rolling out
a deeper level. Did you know that in addition        EV charging stations, plus the vineyard has
to tastings, many of our wineries offer some         musicians playing on Sundays and an on-site art
very cool experiences too? A spot of high tea        gallery. Bawley Vale Estate hosts Music on the
amongst the vines at Cambewarra Estate               Lawns some Sundays, where the winery is filled
is great for a girls’ weekend and birthdays.         with tunes, pizza and great vibes. They’ve also
Foodies will also love the ‘Regional Tasting         just launched The Grange, a stunning industrial
Plate’ at Coolangatta Estate, which features         venue and great spot for indoor tastings and
wine tasting served alongside olives, oysters        events.
and local flavours. The vineyard’s 4WD tractor-
                                                     Indulge in an entire day at Cupitt’s Winery,
bus, Bigfoot also takes visitors on a scenic and
                                                     Fromagerie, Brewery and Kitchen. The family
exhilarating ride.
                                                     business has recently been inducted into the
Take it up a notch and view our coastal              NSW Tourism Awards Hall of Fame. Cupitt’s
vineyards from the air. Silos Estate can arrange     is the perfect place to have a meal or a drink
a visit by private helicopter, where you land        on the deck and watch the sun set over Burrill
right in the middle of the winery! They also         Lake and green rolling hills. Book a Tour & Taste
have several electric vehicle charging stations      Experience or Sunset Tour and peruse their
for all the green drivers out there. After sipping   bustling Growers Market on the last Saturday
on your wine, venture down to meet the cute          of each month.
alpacas that call this property home.

                                                                          Left to right:
                                                                        Silos Estate alpacas,
                                                                     Karli and Leah of Kenny
                                                                  Escapes, Cupitt’s Winery, High
                                                               Tea in the Vines at Cambewarra
                                                            Estate, Pip Glover owner of Mountain Ridge
                                                         Winery, Bigfoot Adventures at Coolangatta Estate,
                                                       Shoalhaven grape vines.
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                 Adventures on Water
                 Immerse yourself in fun water activities and feel that refreshing glow. Water is
                 a natural healer and the Shoalhaven is an aqua baby’s wonderland. With world
                 class surf beaches, beautiful bays, flowing rivers and serene lakes, discover our
                 unspoilt waterways and the variety of activities that offer endless fun in the sun.

                 We’re a breeding ground for surfing world       View the Shoalhaven from a kayak or canoe,
                 champions like Pam Burridge and Tyler Wright    paddling on the water makes you appreciate
                 and we’re lucky there’s a wave for every surf   nature and is sometimes the best way to
                 ability. Beginners can learn to surf with our   discover a new place. Kangaroo Valley is a
                 expert locals at easy spots like Mollymook*,    kayaking mecca, with many guided tours and
                 Narrawallee and Seven Mile Beach*. Advanced     multi-day adventures available through the
                 rippers, venture down to Culburra Beach*        stunning sunken forest and upper river reaches.
                 or Bawley Point for some epic waves. Any
                                                                 A kayak tour of Jervis Bay with our
                 kite surfers out there? Moona Moona Beach
                                                                 knowledgeable operators may lead to a
                 and Collingwood Beach are local favourites,
                                                                 wonderful discovery of whales, seals and
                 especially in winter when the southerly winds
                                                                 dolphins. If you’re bringing your own kayak,
                 pack more of a punch.
                                                                 canoe, boat or any type of watercraft, there

                                                                      Left to right: Learn to surf class at Sussex
                                                                         Inlet, local surfer Stella Crick, Sea
                                                                             Kayak Jervis Bay. Opposite
                                                                                page: canoeing in
                                                                                   Kangaroo
                                                                                      Valley.
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are numerous launch spots scattered along           wildlife that surrounds you. There’s no need
the coastline. Please just make sure to abide       for waves on a stand up paddleboarding
by maritime regulations and take extra care         expedition, which is why it’s excellent for
around marine animals. Whales and dolphins          newcomers. Get a lesson to learn all the ropes,
are curious creatures but it’s important to keep    even though it’s a relaxing sport, getting all the
the legal distance so that we can all enjoy these   tips and tricks from a professional will provide
unspoilt waters safely and happily.                 you with the best foundation to eventually go
                                                    out on your own.
Explore Lake Conjola, Lake Tabourie*,
Sussex Inlet* or Burrill Lake on a stand up
paddleboard and enjoy the serenity of our
unspoilt waterways and the abundance of

                                                 Book your
                                              adventure with
                                               a local guide,
                                                  more at
                                          shoalhaven.com/
                                            watersports
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                                                       Top to bottom: fishing
                                                     at Greenwell Point, Callala
                                                  Bay, a fishing competition at
                                                Sussex Inlet, a boating pup at Culburra
                                            Beach boat ramp, St Georges Basin Jetty,
                                         father and son time at Racecourse Beach, the
                                       Australian Pelican is a friendly fishing buddy.
                                     Opposite page: boating at Sussex Inlet.
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Reel in Holiday Memories
Dust off the rods and shoot the breeze with some mates. The Shoalhaven’s
freshwater lakes, rivers, beaches and open seas offer plenty of opportunities to
wet a line and bring home a catch. Try your luck because a bad day out fishing
sure beats any other normal day!

The St Georges Basin estuary is ideal for fishing   Point Perpendicular’s outer torpedo tubes are
adventures, with calm and sheltered waters          great for elusive black marlin, which can be
and a peaceful setting, well known for flathead     caught from the shore. Talk to the Visitor Centre
and tailor. Settle in at Basin View boat ramp or    staff at Beecroft Peninsula before heading
venture to the canals of Sussex Inlet*, a local     out, or visit local experts such as Dave from
hotspot for both lure and bait anglers at the       JB Lures in Huskisson to get all your gear. We
run-in tide. You can hire all the necessary gear    recommend making the most of your day by
(and even a boat) from Sussex Inlet Marine          booking a guided tour of the bay with Simos
Centre.                                             Afloat or hiring a vessel with Boab Boats.
Base yourself at Greenwell Point for easy access    Ulladulla Harbour has been a commercial
to the Crookhaven River. This fishing mecca         fishing port since the 1800s and celebrates
is filled with a variety of species including big   its Blessing of the Fleet Festival every Easter.
mulloway and black bream. The public wharves        Take it easy and drop in a line at the harbour’s
at Orient Point and the breakwall on Comerong       edge to reel in local salmon, tailor and kingfish
Island are local favourites, remember to get in     if you’re lucky. For an exciting experience, nab
touch with Marine Rescue if you’re heading out      a large snapper or other deep-sea fish with the
on a big adventure, and chat to local anglers or    experts at Ulladulla Fishing Charters. Lions
C-B Tackle in Culburra Beach for advice.            Park Burrill Lake is a picturesque spot to try for
                                                    bream, whiting and flathead. If you happen not
Jervis Bay Marine Park ensures the
                                                    to snag a catch on the line, treat yourself to our
conservation of sea life whilst allowing
                                                    delicious local seafood or fish and chips to keep
recreational fishers to enjoy the environment,
                                                    the clan happy.
so just be sure to check park permissions and
sanctuary zones before venturing out.

                      Get all the
                     angling info
                    at our popular
                     fishing blog
                  shoalhaven.com/
                       fishing
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                  Scenic Towns
                  Hug the unspoilt coastline or meander through our lush hinterland. The scenic
                  route is always the best. A road trip through the Shoalhaven will lead you to
                  cute country towns, small heritage villages and large coastal communities,
                  each with their unique charm.

                                Learn more
                              about our towns
                                and villages
                              shoalhaven.com/
                                   towns
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Sydney-siders, head south along the Grand          Tourist Drive 8 connects the Southern
Pacific Drive, venturing through the Royal         Highlands to the Shoalhaven Coast via the
National Park and over the beautiful Sea Cliff     hinterland. Stop at Fitzroy Falls before driving
Bridge before arriving at Shoalhaven Heads.        over the famous Hampden Bridge into
Grab a pub feed and cool off with a dip at         Kangaroo Valley. Nestled among sweeping
Seven Mile Beach* before continuing to our         escarpment, the town is known for antiques,
lively hub of Nowra, a stone’s throw from the      homewares and pies. Nearby, historic Berry has
majestic Shoalhaven River. Here you can stock      a vibrant main street where you can café-hop,
up on your holiday shopping essentials and         shop for unique souvenirs, fashion and gifts.
take advantage of the booming café culture.
                                                   The fastest route from Canberra to the coast,
Melbournians, roadtrip along the pristine          Main Road 92, offers a voyage through the
Sapphire and Eurobodalla Coasts before             historic towns of Bungendore, Tarago and
reaching the seaside town of Ulladulla. Perched    Nerriga before traversing parts of the Old Wool
alongside the harbour, it’s an excellent fishing   Road toward Jervis Bay. Back in the 1800s this
spot with thriving seafood eateries. Nearby        road was used by farmers to transport fleece
Mollymook’s* incredible beaches are paired         and leads you to Vincentia and Huskisson*, a
perfectly with beach-front eateries. The           hub for aquatic adventure and home to vibrant
heritage-listed town of Milton is just minutes     boutiques and contemporary eateries. Stroll
away where you will find an abundance of cafés,    along the Round the Bay Walking Track with an
boutiques and a bustling small bar scene with      icecream and soak up mesmerising views of the
live music.                                        white sands coast.

                                                                        Opposite page:
                                                                      Historic Hampden
                                                                   Bridge in Kangaroo
                                                               Valley. Left to right: exploring
                                                            in Kangaroo Valley township, Nowra
                                                         historic School of the Arts building, the
                                                      famous Berry Donut Van, Cambewarra Lookout.
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Events
 JANUARY
 Huskisson Carnival
 Australia Day Celebration
 Sussex Inlet Summer Carnival
 Live Music at Mountain Ridge Wines
 Summer Markets – Various Locations

 FEBRUARY
 Dressage By the Sea – Bawley Point
 Berry, Nowra, & Kangaroo Valley Shows
 Australian Surf Rowers League Open –
 Mollymook
 Sussex Inlet Choppers for Charity         HUSKY TRI
 Parade                                                  HUSKISSON - FEBRUARY 2020
 Shimano Ultimate Triathlon Festival –
 Huskisson

 MARCH
 Milton Show
 Terra Nova Adventure Race
 One Voice Shoalhaven – Nowra
 White Sands Easter Carnival – Huskisson
 Women’s Wellness Festival – Nowra

 APRIL
 Blessing of the Fleet – Ulladulla
 Anzac Day Ceremonies
 Ocean Swims –
 Mollymook & Culburra Beach
 Terara Country Music Camp Out

 MAY
 Arts in the Valley – Kangaroo Valley      BIG COUNTRY
 Big Country Festival – Berry                                     BERRY - MAY 2020

 World Championships Gold Buckle
 Campdraft – Bawley Point
 Berry Celtic Festival
 World Surf League Pro Jnr –
 Culburra Beach
 National Motoring Heritage Day - Berry

 JUNE
 StoryFest – Ulladulla
 SeeChange Festival – Jervis Bay
 Winter Markets – Various Locations

 JULY
 NAIDOC Celebrations –
 Nowra and Ulladulla
 Berry Winter Orchid Show
 Nowra Chilli & Chocolate Festival
                                           WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
 Sussex Inlet Family Fishing Carnival
                                           GOLD BUCKLE CAMPDRAFT
                                                           BAWLEY POINT - MAY 2020
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                                               AUGUST
                                               Muir House Gallery Artists in Action –
                                               Berry
                                               Berry Quilt Show
                                               Berry Camellia and Flower Show
                                               South Coast Wedding Fair
                                               Husky Running Festival – Huskisson
                                               Aussie Night Markets – Nowra
                                               Sculpture for Clyde – Bawley Point

                                               SEPTEMBER
                                               South Coast Food and Wine Festival –
                                               Berry
                                               Bondi2Berry - Berry
SEECHANGE                                      Berry Small Farm Field Days – Berry
JERVIS BAY ARTS FESTIVAL                       South Coast Soul Festival – Huskisson
                BAY & BASIN AREA - JUNE 2020   Shoalhaven Rowing Regatta – Nowra
                                               Burradise Festival – Culburra Beach

                                               OCTOBER
                                               Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival
                                               Shoalhaven River Festival – Nowra
                                               Sand and Sea Festival – Jervis Bay
                                               South Coast Craft Beer Festival – Milton
                                               Koori Knockout
                                               Bird Haven Festival – Shoalhaven Heads
                                               Berry Garden Festival - Berry
                                               Escape Artfest – Milton and Ulladulla
                                               Shoalhaven Timber Festival - Milton

                                               NOVEMBER
                                               Husky Triathlon Festival
                                               The Bay Games – Huskisson
SOUTH COAST FOOD                               National Indigenous Football
                                               Championships
& WINE FESTIVAL                                Kangaroo Valley Craft Beer &
                    BERRY - SEPTEMBER 2020     BBQ Festival
                                               L’Etape Australia
                                               Fairgrounds Festival – Berry

                                               DECEMBER
                                               Berry Merry Christmas
                                               Huskisson Christmas Shopping Day
                                               Callala Triathlon
                                               Christmas Carols
                                               New Years Eve Fireworks

                                               For all events and
                                               up to date details
                                                     check
                                               shoalhaven.com/
                                                    events
FAIRGROUNDS FESTIVAL
                    BERRY - NOVEMBER 2020
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                  Art and Culture
                  Shoalhaven’s beautiful beaches and landscapes have captivated creative souls
                  for many years, including famous Australian landscape artist Arthur Boyd,
                  who moved here in the Seventies. Today, a vibrant and diverse art scene has
                  inspired our new Art and Culture trails. We have eight in total with around 80
                  arty things to do. Here’s a taste of just a few.
                  Our diverse history is showcased at our many       cityscape with vibrance and colour. Step back in
                  museums, galleries and intimate artist studios.    time on the Fossil Walk in Ulladulla with guided
                  Make your way through Australia’s naval            options available and a Fossil House to browse.
                  aviation history at the Fleet Air Arm Museum.
                                                                     Celebrate the hands of our local artisans at
                  Located at HMAS Albatross inside a very cool
                                                                     Kangaroo Valley Woodcrafts and Kangaroo
                  hangar building, it even has its own flight
                                                                     Valley Leadlights, where you can grab a unique
                  simulator! On Sundays, visitors can take a
                                                                     souvenir and meet the makers. If you’d like
                  guided tour of Bundanon, Arthur Boyd’s studio
                                                                     to create your very own masterpiece, book
                  and homestead that features many acclaimed
                                                                     into one of the many craft workshops at This
                  Australian artworks.
                                                                     Old House Studio in Berry or work some
                  For an outdoor arts trail, hit the streets of      dessert magic in the kitchen at The Chocolate
                  Nowra to view our epic street art murals, where    Cottages in Milton.
                  acclaimed street artists have transformed the

                                 Left to right:
                              painting workshop
                           at This Old House Studio
                        in Berry, jeweller Alison De
                    Thélème, Arthur Boyd’s studio at
                 Bundanon, Roxy Cinema in Nowra, Case
               Maclaim mural in Nowra - ‘The hands that built
            our place’, the Lady Denman Ferry on display in Jervis
          Bay Maritime Museum, historic Meroogal in Nowra.
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Start your summer vibe early at Fairgrounds     You’ll also find musicians gigging at intimate,
Festival in November, where Berry               local haunts such as Harvest Bar. Live music
Showground comes alive with this seventies-     is paired with amazing vineyard views at
inspired music festival. It’s packed with       Mountain Ridge Wines, Cupitt’s, and many
gourmet food vendors, artisan market stalls     of our other wineries, and catch a variety of
and creative workshops, alongside a killer      performing arts year-round at Shoalhaven
line-up of Australian and international acts.   Entertainment Centre.

                                                                   See all 80
                                                               arty things to do
                                                               across 8 trails at
                                                              shoalhaven.com/
                                                                 art-culture
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                  Whale of a Time
                  Go wild about whales along our coastline. We’re so lucky the enormous
                  migratory journey, otherwise known as the Humpback Highway is right on
                  our doorstep. Between May and November each year when you visit the
                  Shoalhaven you can see these captivating creatures from land-based lookouts,
                  eco-cruises or even up-close with a brand-new whale swim experience!

                  Humpback whale numbers have risen                    stunning, ruined lighthouse at Cape St George
                  significantly in recent years and we are so          in Booderee National Park or Warden Head at
                  fortunate they stop by to say Hi! every year.        Ulladulla. A guided whale watching eco-cruise,
                  With one of the longest migratory voyages            however, is the ultimate way to see these
                  of any mammal on earth, the whales retreat           magical animals. Jervis Bay Wild and Dolphin
                  to the warm waters of the Pacific in May to          Watch take guests out on the water from
                  August to give birth, returning south with           Huskisson while providing commentary about
                  their newborn babies around September to             the region and fun facts about the whales and
                  November. The calm waters of Jervis Bay are          their calves. They also offer dolphin watching
                  an ideal halfway point along the route, acting       cruises year-round. Further south, Ulladullla
                  as somewhat of a crèche for mums and their           Fishing Charters also provide whale watching
                  calves to play, rest and learn whale behaviours      tours for small groups on demand.
                  before returning home.
                                                                       Port Venture of Jervis Bay Wild caters for
                  During the May to November migration                 people with limited mobility, offers wheelchair
                  period, whales can be spotted right from             access, and boom-net adventures in the
                  the coastline at vantage points such as the          warmer months.

                                  Left to right:
                                Jervis Bay Wild’s
                             vessel Port Venture is
                         wheelchair friendly, dolphins
                      playing around paddleboarders in
                   clear Jervis Bay water, Dive Jervis Bay offers
                a variety of trips for scuba diving and snorkelling,
            visitors gearing up for a dive in the Marine Park.
          Opposite page: Swim with the whales experience.
Shoalhaven
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                                                     More about
                                                    whale watching
                                                    shoalhaven.com/
                                                        whales

There’s also a brand new experience which
offers the once in a lifetime chance to swim
with the whales. Dive Jervis Bay holds one
of only two licences in NSW waters to offer
this incredible experience. Whales are super
curious animals, sometimes approaching
boats and divers to see what they’re up to.
On this four-hour tour, you’ll actually be in the
water with them. The best time for this tour is
September to November on their migratory
journey home.
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                  Accommodation
                  Caravans and Motorhomes                            Bed & Breakfasts
                  Having your own home on wheels seems to be         Stay in an original BnB for ultimate Shoalhaven
                  the dream these days. Want to pack up anytime      hospitality. Our warm, local hosts love sharing
                  and still have all the mod cons? Yes please! The   their insider tips on what to do and where to go.
                  Shoalhaven is the perfect place to test out your
                  new caravan, with many full-service and high-
                                                                     Retreats, Lodges and Farmstays
                                                                     Get back to nature. Our full-service retreats are
                  end campgrounds where you can travel in luxury.
                                                                     excellent for special occasion getaways and our
                  Whether you want to stay in a state-of-the-art     lodges and farmstays offer memorable holiday
                  park or somewhere out of the way with wildlife,    experiences for families.
                  we have you covered. Many of our parks offer
                  facilities for cooking on an open fire and even    Camping and Glamping
                  allow you to bring your well-behaved pet along.    Sleep under the stars. Glamping or pitching a
                  We recommend you come from autumn to               tent in our designated campgrounds are great
                  spring when our sites are less crowded. If you     ways to reconnect.
                  are planning on a summer getaway, make sure
                  to book early so you don’t miss out on securing
                  your little slice of paradise.
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Boutique Hotels and Motels
Don’t lift a finger, our full-service hotels and
motels will make sure you’re taken care of, for
one night or a week.

Self Contained
Travelling in a large group? Live it up in a cosy
beach cottage, a luxurious house or a pet
friendly home away from home.

                                                                          Browse our
                                                                       accommodation
                                                                       highlights online
                                                                       shoalhaven.com/
                                                                       accommodation

                                                                          Left to right:
                                                                        Pet friendly Merry
                                                                     Beach Caravan Park,
                                                                  Milton Country Retreat ‘The
                                                               Chocolate Cottages’, Lake View Cabin
                                                            at Holiday Haven Burrill Lake, Airstream at
                                                         Falls Creek, Surfside Cudmirrah Beach, Brogers
                                                      End sustainable accommodation in Kangaroo Valley,
                                                    Worrowing Jervis Bay Wilderness Hut.
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                   Paw-some Getaways
                   With our precious pets now recognised as           Keep those tails wagging on our pet friendly
                   sentient beings in legislation, it’s hard not to   walks. Bomaderry Creek is an oasis of
                   bring them on your family holiday! There are       rainforest, spotted gum trees and small
                   plenty of paw-some outdoor adventures to           hanging swamps. One Track for All boasts
                   be had in the Shoalhaven at State Forests, on      spectacular views from Ulladulla Headland
                   walking trails and even at off-leash beaches.      and tells stories of our Aboriginal past. For an
                   Just be sure to share the shore considerately to   off-leash stroll by the water, head to Comorant
                   help maintain the unspoilt environment. Many       Beach or Seven Mile Beach*. Please take
                   of our cafés and wineries welcome fur children     extra care not to disturb our fragile shorebirds,
                   too and we have a variety of accommodation         especially while they are nesting in sand during
                   options, doggy daycare and even places where       spring and summer. Observe signs, adhere to
                   you can stay with your horse!                      restricted times and clean up after yourselves
                                                                      and your pooch.

                    Download our
                    Pets on Holiday
                       guide at
                   shoalhaven.com/
                         pets
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Leave Only Footprints
We don’t inherit the earth from our                  Say No! to bottled water and refill your own
grandparents – we borrow it from our children.       drink bottle, the Shoalhaven recently won the
It’s important to keep our destination as            gold medal for best tasting water in New South
unspoilt as possible for future generations.         Wales! It’s likely that you’ll be café hopping
Get involved with Take 3 For the Sea by              during your stay too, so why not bring a
taking three pieces of rubbish away with you         reusable coffee cup along on your trip, many of
whenever you are at the beach, every bit helps       our local cafés will reward you with a discount.
make a difference to our environment. Many of        Our Visitor Information Centres in Nowra and
our wineries and boutique hotels are leading         Ulladulla sell KeepCups and reusable bags,
the way for sustainability, with numerous            making it easy to leave only footprints - Mother
electric vehicle charging stations across the        Nature will thank you for it.
region. Just hop on board and enjoy your
road trip, your car will direct you to the nearest
charge point.

   When printing this guide, sustainability
   and enviromental initiatives were taken
   into account, so you can rest assured it is
   produced with the environment in mind.

                                                                         Opposite page: Pet
                                                                      friendly Cupitt’s Winery.
                                                                   Left to right: Hooded Plovers
                                                                 and other threatened and endangered
                                                             shorebirds nest on our shores, Brogers
                                                           End in Kangaroo Valley, living sustainably in
                                                        the Shoalhaven, huge spotted gum - Depot Beach
                                                     Rainforest Loop.
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                                     GEORGE BASS MOTOR INN
                                     Located in a quiet position, off the highway and centrally
                                     located to the town centre (5 minute walk). We offer
                                     21 Reverse Cycle Air Conditioned Units. We are within
                                     walking distance to Restaurants, Clubs, Visitor Information
                                     Centre, Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre and the
                                     Shoalhaven Hospital.
                                     It’s a convenient place to base yourself and enjoy some of
                                     the natural diversity of the Shoalhaven Region. The area
                                     boasts some of the most spectacular scenery, including
                                     coastal, forest, mountain and rural country.
                                      65 Bridge Road Nowra
                                      02 4421 6388
                                      info@georgebass.com.au
                                      www.georgebass.com.au

                                     Things to see & do
                                     • Fleet Air Museum
                                     • Whale Watching (in season)
                                     • Dolphin Watching Cruises
                                     • Coolangatta Estate Winery
                                     • Nowra Wildlife Park

                                     HIDDEN CREEK CAMPSITE
                                     Welcome to Hidden Creek Campsite, your escape to
                                     peace and tranquillity, offering you a REAL camping
                                     experience. Nestled amongst natural bushland,
                                     surrounded by the Currambene Creek and with an
                                     abundance of wildlife, each campsite is uniquely different
                                     to suit all your needs. We have secluded powered and
                                     unpowered sites, each with their very own camp fire pits
                                     just waiting for those marshmallows to be toasted. We also
                                     offer a variety of cabin accommodation scattered around
                                     the campsite to suit all budgets and needs.
                                      55 Goodland Road Woollamia
                                      02 4441 5809
                                      jbcabins.hiddenck@bigpond.com
                                      www.hiddencreekcampsite.com.au

                                     • Only 5km drive to Huskisson
                                     • Individual camp fires
                                     • Kayak hire
                                     • Great amenities
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                                                              HOLIDAY HAVEN HUSKISSON BEACH
                                                              If you’re looking for a holiday destination where the
                                                              choices are endless, then Holiday Haven Huskisson Beach
                                                              is the place for you. Located in beautiful Jervis Bay, our
                                                              park boasts pristine waters, white sand and uninterrupted
                                                              views of the bay.
                                                              The park offers a wide range of accommodation options
                                                              including, fully self-contained holiday cabins, powered
                                                              ensuite sites and shady campgrounds perfect for relaxing
                                                              with your favourite book, if you can tear your eyes away
                                                              from our magnificent view.
                                                                17A Beach Street Huskisson
                                                                1300 733 027
                                                                huskybeach@holidayhaven.com.au
                                                                www.holidayhaven.com.au/huskisson-beach

                                                              Our recreation facilities include:
                                                              • Swimming pool
                                                              • Kids playground
                                                              • Tennis court

 huskisson         huskisson       huskisson PALM BEACH              GOLF VIEW
beach motel       beach B&B       beach resort CARAVAN PARK             MOTEL

(02) 4441 6387   (02) 4441 5003   (02) 4441 6110   (02) 4443 0356   (02) 4443 9502
24 HR CHECK-IN | MODERN AMENITIES | COMFORTABLE BEDS | AIR CONDITIONING
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                                     ANCHOR BAY MOTEL
                                     Unwind & explore in Greenwell Point - the crowning jewel
                                     of the River & Coastal Plains of the Shoalhaven. We are
                                     central for exploring the Shoalhaven and Crookhaven
                                     rivers, unique villages like Pyree and Terrara, with
                                     beachside towns of Callala, Currarong & Culburra, all just a
                                     stone’s throw away. Stay with us at Anchor Bay Motel.
                                      113 Greenwell Point Road Greenwell Point
                                      02 4447 1722
                                      info@anchorbaymotel.com.au
                                      www.anchorbaymotel.com.au

                                     BANGALAY LUXURY VILLAS
                                     Luxury Accommodation | Restaurant | Bar + Kiosk
                                     Designed with comfort and style as paramount, the villas
                                     are moments from the beach in a biodiversity rich setting,
                                     capturing the coastal breeze and sweeping views over the
                                     golf course and out to the mountain range.
                                     Onsite restaurant Bangalay Dining is open for breakfast,
                                     lunch and dinner 7 days, showcasing highly awarded Head
                                     Chef Brent Strong’s passion for native and local ingredients.
                                      30 Staples Street Shoalhaven Heads 02 4448 7729
                                      info@bangalayvillas.com.au
                                      www.bangalayvillas.com.au

                                     BANGALAY RETREAT
                                     A simple and elegant retreat located on beachfront land
                                     at Bawley Point, less than four hours from Sydney. We offer
                                     luxurious African safari tents tucked behind sand dunes
                                     and close to the beach on the stunning south coast of
                                     NSW. The retreat offers private accommodation for singles,
                                     couples or small groups of friends. A place from which to
                                     explore all that the area has to offer or simply just to relax
                                     and unwind in the natural bush and coastal surroundings.
                                      285a Murramarang Rd Bawley Point
                                      0490 067 616
                                      info@bangalayretreat.com.au
                                      www.bangalayretreat.com.au

                                     BIG4 BUNGALOW PARK ON BURRILL LAKE
                                     Absolute frontage to Burrill Lake, 26 acres of landscaped
                                     lawn and gardens.
                                     Close to Ulladulla, there’s never a dull moment. Private
                                     boat ramp and 2 jetties put fishing, canoeing, kayaking,
                                     SUP and pedal boating on your site or luxury spa villa’s
                                     doorstep. Discover shaded BBQs, tennis, 2 swimming
                                     pools, mini golf, jumping pillow, 3 playgrounds and
                                     activities room. This is the place you would rather be...
                                      123 Princes Highway Burrill Lake
                                      02 4455 1621
                                      reception@bungalow-park.com.au
                                      www.bungalow-park.com.au
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CHAPPIES BEACH HOUSE
Chappies - the perfect choice for families or couples looking
for a relaxing, peaceful holiday. Enjoy safe swimming, great
walks, idyllic scenery, and try fishing, boating, bike riding,
dolphin spotting and photography.
• 4 min walk to Jervis Bay • 3 bedroom 2 bathrooms
• Child & pet friendly with large secure rear yard
• Large block with native gardens
• Free wifi, Foxtel, Netflix & Youtube Premium
• Linen & towels included • *No Hidden Charges*
 57 Chapman Street Callala Bay 0418 237 244
 info@chappiesjervisbay.com.au
 www.jervisbaypetfriendly.com.au

CORAL TREE LODGE TOURIST PARK
Coral Tree Lodge Tourist Park is located 15 kms east of
Nowra on the banks of the Crookhaven river, which forms
part of the Shoalhaven estuary. The park is a member of
Top Parks Australia.
Excellent holiday accommodation at realistic prices,
offering boat ramp, jetty, 2 modern amenity blocks and a
large swimming pool. Adjacent to the bowling club.
 142 Greens Road Greenwell Point
 02 4447 1358
 coraltreelodge@westnet.com.au
 www.coraltreelodge.com.au

DEPOT BEACH COTTAGES
The five modern cottages are surrounded by the pristine
Murramarang National Park and only 50 m from the beach.
Relax on your private deck and look through giant spotted
gums to the sand, surf, rock platforms and mountains.
Depot Beach is secluded and uncrowded which makes it
an ideal holiday destination.
 Depot Beach Road Depot Beach
 0488 786 010
 info@depotbeachcottages.com.au
 www.depotbeachcottages.com.au

HARBOUR VIEW APARTMENTS ULLADULLA
HarbourView is a perfect base for exploring Ulladulla
and discovering the Shoalhaven Region. Our spacious
accommodation options include Studio, one and two
bedroom Apartments, with fully equipped kitchens.
Overnight or extended stays are available. Complimentary
Facilities include • Secure Off-Street Parking • Large
Outdoor BBQ area • Laundry Facilities • Free Wi-Fi
 72 South Street Ulladulla
 02 4455 1100
 info@harbourviewulladulla.com.au
 www.harbourviewulladulla.com.au
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                                     HAWKESNEST AT HUSKISSON
                                     Hawkesnest comprises of 5 individual luxury villas, situated
                                     only a few hundred metres from the Heart of Huskisson.
                                     Each villa has air conditioning, free wifi, quality Sheridan
                                     sheets and beautifully comfortable Sealy beds. All of the
                                     villas have linen provided, a fully equipped kitchen, a
                                     Weber BBQ and bathroom amenities.
                                      44 Hawke Street Huskisson
                                      0478 008 814
                                      bookings@hawkesnest.com.au
                                      www.hawkesnest.com.au

                                     HOLIDAY HAVEN CULBURRA BEACH
                                     While staying at Holiday Haven Culburra Beach you’ll be
                                     ideally situated to take advantage of boat ramps, fishing
                                     spots, bushwalking, park facilities and local attractions.
                                     We offer a range of accommodation options - from 3
                                     bedroom cabins, family cabins and a host of camping sites.
                                      2A Prince Edward Avenue Culburra Beach
                                      1300 733 026
                                      culburra@holidayhaven.com.au
                                      www.holidayhaven.com.au/culburra-beach/

                                     HOLIDAY HAVEN CURRARONG
                                     Set amongst the creek, the beach and a sleepy coastal
                                     town, Holiday Haven Currarong offers a range of
                                     accommodation options for camping, caravanning, RVs
                                     and cabin holidays.
                                     The park is a perfect base to explore the nearby wonders
                                     of Beecroft Peninsula, Point Perpendicular Lighthouse and
                                     Honeymoon Bay.
                                      8 Cambewarra Road Currarong 1300 555 515
                                      currarong@holidayhaven.com.au
                                      www.holidayhaven.com.au/currarong/

                                     HOLIDAY HAVEN LAKE CONJOLA
                                     Holiday Haven Lake Conjola offers a range of holiday
                                     cabins, and level waterfront powered sites with
                                     uninterrupted views across the lake.
                                     While staying with us, you and your family can try kayaking,
                                     fishing, swimming and water skiing. Conjola Beach is a
                                     short trip over the sand dunes for surfing or beach fishing.
                                      1A Lake Conjola Entrance Road Lake Conjola
                                      1300 133 395
                                      conjola@holidayhaven.com.au
                                      www.holidayhaven.com.au/lake-conjola/
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HOLIDAY HAVEN SHOALHAVEN HEADS
Holiday Haven Shoalhaven Heads is the ultimate weekend
getaway.
Our accommodation options include fully self-contained
cabins, riverfront powered sites and our Dunes complex
which is the perfect accommodation option for families
and groups.
 49 McIntosh Street, Shoalhaven Heads 1300 782 222
 shoheads@holidayhaven.com.au
 www.holidayhaven.com.au/shoalhaven-heads

HOLIDAY HAVEN ULLADULLA
Holiday Haven Ulladulla is a family favourite with fully
furnished cabins, ensuite sites, powered and unpowered
camping sites - all travellers and holiday makers will find
accommodation to suit here.
Stroll to shops, cafés, restaurants, fishing spots and
beaches with direct access to Lobster Jack’s beach from
the holiday park.
 14 Did-Dell Street Ulladulla 1300 733 021
 ulladulla@holidayhaven.com.au
 www.holidayhaven.com.au/ulladulla

HOLIDAY HAVEN WHITE SANDS
Holiday Haven White Sands offers a range of options to
suit campers, caravans, RVs, as well as cabins fully furnished
to be the ultimate home away from home.
For those who enjoy the little touch of luxury, the park
offers Safari Tents with uninterrupted views over Jervis Bay.
Direct access to Huskisson Beach and a 10 minute stroll to
clubs, pubs, cruises, shops, cafés and restaurants.
 2 Beach Street Huskisson 1300 733 028
 whitesands@holidayhaven.com.au
 www.holidayhaven.com.au/white-sands

INTERLUDES BY WILLINGA PARK
Relax amongst the natural bush setting, minutes from the
beach. Our one and two bedroom villas have beautifully
styled interiors and make the perfect base to explore the
unspoilt wilderness of the south coast.
 103 Forster Drive Bawley Point
 02 4457 2059
 Interludes@willinga.com.au
 www.interludesbywillinga.com.au
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                                                               LJHOOKER SUSSEX INLET
                                                               With over 60 properties available, we offer the largest
                                                               range of holiday homes in the Sussex Inlet - Berrara area.
                                                               Surrounded by beaches, lakes and the famous Sussex
                                                               Inlet there is something to suit everyone from luxurious
                                                               getaways to budget family holidays to waterfronts with
                                                               slipways and jetties. Visit www.holidaywithus.net.au or call
                                     Photo by Scott Ibbotson
                                                               our friendly holiday team on 02 44412135.
                                                                1/159 Jacobs Drive Sussex Inlet
                                                                02 4441 2135
                                                                sussexinlet@ljh.com.au
                                                                www.holidaywithus.net.au

 Photo by Scott Ibbotson

                                                               OZ COMBINED REALTY
                                                               Escape from the everyday routine and visit the beautiful
                                                               Jervis Bay area where you will find some of the whitest
                                                               sand in the world and enjoy our crystal clear beaches. Our
                                                               friendly staff at Oz Combined Realty will help you find just
                                                               what you are looking for, whether it be a family holiday or
                                                               that romantic getaway with someone special we will be
                                                               sure to find you the perfect accommodation.
                                                                4 / 74 Owen Street Huskisson
                                                                02 4441 6033
                                                                holidays@ozcomrealty.com.au
                                                                www.bookjervisbay.com.au

                                                               PAPERBARK CAMP
                                                               Situated on the banks of a tranquil waterway, Paperbark
                                                               Camp is just minutes from Huskisson and the pristine
                                                               beaches of Jervis Bay. Loved for its pared back style, great
                                                               food and warm hospitality, a night in the luxury safari tents
                                                               is an unforgettable experience. The camp also welcomes
                                                               non-resident guests for breakfast, dinner and afternoon
                                                               drinks amongst the treetops in the Gunyah restaurant.
                                                                571 Woollamia Road Woollamia
                                                                02 4441 6066
                                                                info@paperbarkcamp.com.au
                                                                www.paperbarkcamp.com.au

                                                               PEBBLY BEACH ESCAPE
                                                               Pebbly Beach Escape is a unique 3 acre beachfront
                                                               property within Murramarang National Park. Nestled
                                                               amongst towering spotted gums with direct and private
                                                               access to the sands of Pebbly Beach, it’s truly a South
                                                               Coast paradise. With 5 totally Lux Cabins and 2 classic
                                                               Beach Houses, there’s something to suit everyone!
                                                                Lot 115 Pebbly Beach Access Road Pebbly Beach
                                                                02 4478 7581
                                                                colin@pebblybeach.com.au
                                                                www.pebblybeach.com.au
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PROFESSIONAL HOLIDAY HOMES
From beach shacks to beachfronts, we have award winning
family and pet-friendly holiday homes to suit all budgets
and tastes. Book direct for guaranteed lowest prices.
Owners:
•S
  ave thousands by listing your holiday home with us –
 pay only commission of 15%+GST. No listing fees.
 No annual fees.
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  e guarantee you’ll get more bookings than your current
 real estate agent.
 enquiries@professionalholidayhomes.com
 1300 183 983
 www.professionalholidayhomes.com

SEASCAPE MOTEL
MOLLYMOOK
Relax in our generously sized suites.
Comfortable and affordable studios and two bedroom
Apartments
Pool and BBQ facilities
 22-24 Princes Highway Mollymook
 02 4455 5777
 admin@mollymookseascapemotel.com.au
 www.mollymookseascapemotel.com.au

SPRINGS SHOALHAVEN
Escape to Springs Shoalhaven, a peaceful and scenic
escape on Worrigee Golf Links, just 5 mins from
Nowra CBD and a short drive to many of Jervis Bay’s white
sandy beaches. Our modern, spacious Deluxe, Spa &
Executive rooms overlook the magnificent golf greens
and or our superior solar heated pool. Adjacent to
Shoalhaven Ex-Servos Sports Club.
 131 Greenwell Point Road Nowra
 02 4422 4522
 shoalhaven@springs.com.au
 www.springs.com.au

SURFSIDE CUDMIRRAH BEACH
Pet Friendly Accommodation By The Beach
Relax and reconnect with family and friends at our holiday
park located next to beautiful Cudmirrah Beach. Choose
from five new luxury cabins or for a more budget friendly
option, glamp in one of four ensuited caravans. Six
powered camp sites are also available. All pet friendly with
direct access to Cudmirrah Beach.
 54 Collier Drive Cudmirrah
 0499 412 172
 info@surfsidecudmirrahbeach.com.au
 www.surfsidecudmirrahbeach.com.au
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