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Jamberoo Pool

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Jamberoo Pool

Nestled outdoors, Jamberoo Pool beckons with professionally trained lifeguards ensuring a safe aquatic haven. Dive into the four-lane, 18-meter lap pool, perfect for fitness enthusiasts. Families can relax by the shaded toddlers' wading pool, and accessibility is prioritized with a specially designed pool, promising a refreshing and inclusive experience for everyone.

Jamberoo NSW

3.4 km away

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Jamberoo Golf Club
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Sports and Recreation Facilities

Jamberoo Golf Club

Experience the natural beauty and rewarding challenge of a course designed to suit golfers of all skill levels. It is not a long course at 4,842 metres, par 67, but to play well demands strategy and accuracy. With stunning rural, bush and mountain views, some 96 native bird species identified on the course, friendly Eastern Water Dragons and other abundant wildlife, Jamberoo Golf Course is the natural place to play. The golf club has the best value membership and social green fees on the coast. Jamberoo Golf Club is just 30 minutes south of Wollongong, nestled in the lush, green Jamberoo Valley and embraced by Hyam's Creek and the Minnamurra River.

Jamberoo NSW

3.4 km away

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Jamberoo Action Park
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Amusement and Theme Parks

Jamberoo Action Park

Looking for a great family experience with something for everyone? Want quality entertainment in a natural setting where no two rides are ever the same? This season, experience Jamberoo Action Park where you control the action! Just an hour south of Sydney, NSW’s largest family-owned and operated water theme park features a host of world-class rides and attractions. The attention to detail, well-trained staff, and variety of park attractions come directly from the passion and supervision of being 100 percent privately owned and operated. Set amongst the mountains in Jamberoo and with the backdrop of the spectacular Illawarra escarpment, Jamberoo Action Park is positioned to deliver an entertainment experience unlike any other. When you spend a day or invest in a season at Jamberoo Action Park, you are entering a place where you will have the experience of a lifetime. Admission into the Park covers all rides and attractions and parking is free, so you can experience all that Jamberoo Action Park has to offer all day long. This season, experience Jamberoo Action Park where you control the action!

Jamberoo NSW

3.4 km away

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Ancient Fig
Image credit: Destination Kiama

Natural Attractions

Minnamurra Rainforest Centre: Budderoo National Park

Minnamurra Rainforest Centre is located in the foothills of Jamberoo Valley, west of Kiama on the NSW South Coast. To get there from Jamberoo, drive west on Jamberoo Road and turn left onto Jamberoo Mountain Road. Take the first right onto Minnamurra Falls Road, and you'll find Minnamurra Rainforest Centre about 3km along till the end of the road. Talk to the friendly staff at Minnamurra Visitor Centre. They're experts on the area so will be able to give you plenty of useful information. Then it's time to wander the network of elevated walkways through the rare remnant rainforest that once reached throughout the Illawarra. Feel the awakening of your senses as you listen to the birds, feel the spray of the waterfalls and spot rainforest residents – perhaps the superb lyrebird, eastern water dragon, or swamp wallaby. Minnamurra Rainforest Centre is wheelchair and pram accessible with assistance. As this is a National Park pets and domestic animals are not permitted and smoking is prohibited. See website for all Park entry fees.

Jamberoo NSW

3.5 km away

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Shellharbour City Stadium
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Sports and Recreation Facilities

Shellharbour City Stadium

Shellharbour City Stadium is a versatile indoor venue designed for both high-energy sports and dynamic community events. With three multi-purpose courts, it's perfect for basketball, netball, volleyball, indoor soccer, badminton, and the fast-growing game of Pickleball. At the core of the stadium is a high-performance southern blue gum floor, built with a cushioned, shock-absorbing system to reduce fatigue and enhance play. Whether you're competing or training, the surface supports performance and comfort. The venue offers seating for up to 500 spectators, 400 in fixed stands and 100 side courts, making it ideal for tournaments and local competitions. Beyond sport, Shellharbour City Stadium transforms seamlessly into a space for exhibitions, trade fairs, social functions, and community events, accommodating up to 800 guests. Facilities include an on-site kiosk, function rooms with court or escarpment views, a referee's change room, first aid room, and full accessibility across courts, amenities, and parking. With a dedicated reception desk and parking for 70 vehicles, the stadium is equipped to handle events of all sizes with ease.

Croom NSW

4.4 km away

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Rainforest Loop Walk, Budderoo National Park
Image credit: Photo:Andy Richards

Natural Attractions

Rainforest Loop Walk, Budderoo National Park

Meander through rich, remnant rainforest teeming with diversity on the Rainforest loop walk in Minnamurra Rainforest Centre. You’ll have a bird’s eye view over this primeval world as you wander the elevated walkway. This easy, hour-long walk includes suspension bridges, viewing platforms and interpretive signs along the way. It’s a huge hit with kids, but the tranquil beauty of the subtropical, dry, riparian and temperate rainforest on display will appeal to all. You’ll be impressed by the sheer variety of flora in this fragile ecosystem. Look out for bird’s nest ferns, strangler figs and colourful orchids. If you’ve got the time and you’re keen to see more, why not add The Falls walk to your loop for a truly spectacular rainforest walking experience?

Jamberoo NSW

5.5 km away

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Soft play balls for children to climb and play in

Amusement and Theme Parks

Playmaze Albion Park Rail

Playmaze is a centre for children of all ages to explore and have fun. The centre has a four level maze as well as a jumping castle, climbing wall, games room and a separate fenced toddler roomcomplete with mini-maze, ball pit and mini cars. Playmaze caters for either general play, daytime party, private evening party, and private laser tag parties. Offering day parties, private disco parties and laser tag parties. Parent platters are available for adult guests and include tasty food and beverages from the café.

Albion Park Rail NSW

5.6 km away

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Corser Concepts Motorcycle School
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Sports and Recreation Facilities

Corser Concepts Motorcycle School

Corser Concepts Motorcycle School is a motorcycle skill and balance improvement course aimed at teaching all motorcycle riders to become safer more confident riders. The NSW motorcycle training centre is located in Shellharbour (south of Sydney) and has been running since 2007. The course helps you focus on improving your cornering techniques for safety and speed while improving your abilities going into a corner, getting out of a corner, and if need be, past the competition. They offer Motorcycle lessons for the complete novice who simply wants to improve their confidence, to the more advanced rider who wants to learn the art of sliding. Students who attend the NSW Motorbike Training Centre use one of the specially prepared small-capacity 4-stroke motorcycles. This helps to teach the correct brake, throttle and clutch control skills needed to become a safer and more confident rider. Their tracks are designed to scale. They believe that all Motorcycle riders should get to experience the art of riding a dirt bike before taking on the open road.

Tullimbar NSW

5.8 km away

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Enjoy fantastic views of Minnamurra Falls along The Falls walk, in Budderoo National Park.
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Natural Attractions

The Falls Walk, Budderoo National Park

Starting at the Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, enjoy spectacular rainforest, waterfall and canyon views from several viewing platforms along The Falls walk. Mother Nature truly shines on The Falls walk, which starts halfway along the popular Rainforest loop walk. Amble along the elevated walkway and paved track, taking in the trickling streams, moss-covered rocks and feathered ferns beneath you. Soak up the breathtaking views over the rainforest canopy and canyon and take your time at the viewing platforms at the lower and upper Minnamurra Falls. There are steep sections along the way, but it’s easy to find a seat and catch your breath in idyllic surroundings. You’ll likely see butterflies, animals and birds in the trees and leaf litter and, if you’re lucky, maybe even a lyrebird showing off his tail.

Budderoo NSW

5.9 km away

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Go Skating
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Amusement and Theme Parks

Go Skating

Looking for a fun-filled activity in Illawarra? Go Skating Oak Flats is the region's only skating rink, offering endless entertainment for families, friends, and skaters of all ages. Located in Shellharbour, our spacious and friendly indoor rink is perfect for skaters of all skill levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're planning a birthday party or just looking to enjoy a day out with your loved ones, Go Skating ensures a memorable experience. There are regular skating sessions throughout the school term, and the rink is open daily during the school holidays.

Oak Flats NSW

6.2 km away

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Jerrara Dam
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Natural Attractions

Jerrara Wetlands

A picturesque reserve established on a nine-hectare section of wetlands that were once a dam for Kiama's main water supply. A great place for a family day out, to enjoy a picnic or birdwatch. Take a short walk along the trail to the wetlands and an arboretum, showcasing an array of local native plants. To get here, follow Jamberoo Road west from Kiama. Turn left onto Jerrara Road and follow the signs. There is a parking area available.

Jerrara NSW

6.3 km away

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Flip Out Albion Park

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Flip Out Albion Park

Flip Out Albion Park is the ultimate indoor trampoline park designed for endless fun, adventure and fitness. Perfect for families, kids, and adults, our park features wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits, airbag, parkour and dedicated play areas for toddlers, making it one of the best indoor playgrounds in the region. Whether you are planning to celebrate birthday parties, group outing, or just looking for an adventure-filled day, Flip Out has something for everyone. Book your visit today at our indoor play centre and experience the fun for yourself!

Albion Park Rail NSW

6.4 km away

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Shanx Mini Golf at The Links Shell Cove
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Amusement and Theme Parks

Mini Golf at the Links Shell Cove

Experience a one-of-a-kind mini-golf course at the Shankx at Links Shell Cove. Fun and challenging for the whole family, there is a course for beginners and budding golfers, as well a course to test even the most experienced golfers. The course is a scaled-down version of a full-size golf course, designed to be played with the same rules as golf. The Shanx at Links Shell Cove mini golf experience is perfect for families, friends, birthday parties, team building and school groups. They are also fully licensed venue and can cater for functions.

Shell Cove NSW

6.4 km away

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C1 Speed Electric Indoor Karting and Laser Tag

Amusement and Theme Parks

C1 Speed Electric Indoor Karting and Laser Tag

For fun the whole family, the C1 Speed Indoor Karting and Laser Tag has something for everyone of all ages, all at the one venue. C1 Speed is an Australian-first, ecological system of electric indoor karts that covers an area of 3,000 square metres. Race for some friendly competition around the track, with the option of single or duo karts. Let the brand new mini track lead your little ones who have a need for speed into an experience unlike any other. Don't be fooled by the "mini", we've included hairpins and chicanes along with a straight to really get the little ones going. The mini track includes it all to give the mini racers the ultimate experience! Your little ones will be left eager for more! Visitors can zap away in the multi-level laser tag arena featuring a new laser tag system. Visitors can also let loose in the SmashLAB Rage Rooms, where a smashing good time is promised. Grab lunch or relax with a coffee or even a sneaky beverage at the in-house cafe, and let the kids and the big kids enjoy themselves while you kick back. The venue is also available for birthdays and special events.

Albion Park Rail NSW

6.4 km away

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SmashLAB Rage Room
Image credit: SmashLAB Rage Room, Wollongong

Sports and Recreation Facilities

SmashLAB Rage Room

Whether you call it a rage room, a smash room, a break room or an anger room, SmashLAB, a 20-minute drive south of Wollongong, is the place to let off some steam. An emerging type of therapy – and a lot cheaper than a psychologist – you’ll smash the hell out of dinner plates, bowls, cups, mugs, vases, bottles, ornaments, and even items like washing machines, printers and other appliances. Just wear your normal clothes, enclosed shoes and inner rage. SmashLAB will supply full face protection, overalls and gloves. The Rage Room caters for up to four people at a time and you can bring your own things to smash for an extra fee. And if you’re looking for quirky and different event entertainment, SmashLAB has a Mobile Rage Room they’ll bring to you. ​Participants must be over the age of 12. Participants under the age of 18 require a parent or guardian to attend and remain on site for the duration of your visit.

Albion Park Rail NSW

6.4 km away

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Kiama Golf Club

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Kiama Golf Club

Kiama Golf Club offers a picturesque 18-hole course, tree-lined fairways and luscious greens, just 90 minutes drive south of Sydney. On the banks of the Minnamurra River, the Club is an Illawarra landmark and no trip to the area is complete without a visit to the course or clubhouse. Golf at Kiama is a uniquely enjoyable experience as the course staff pride themselves on the condition of the playing surface and the tree-lined fairways remain playable all year round. Kiama Golf Club is the perfect spot for regular golf or a great weekend getaway. Visitors to their club are also welcome to enjoy the food and drink options at the clubhouse which offers sweeping views of the course and the Illawarra escarpment. There is also a fully-equipped Pro Shop for all your golfing needs.

Kiama Downs NSW

6.6 km away

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Jetflight Shellharbour

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Jetflight Shellharbour

Experience the ultimate Jet Flight! Soar above the breathtaking coastline from Sydney to the South Coast before plunging into heart-pounding aerobatics over the Illawarra landscape. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure in a former military jet delivers unparalleled thrills, with exhilarating loops, rolls, and wingovers among the many aerobatic manoeuvres. Feel the rush of G-forces up to 5g and the high-speed flight of a fighter jet. Release your inner fighter pilot fantasy and satisfy your need for speed with this adrenaline-fueled flight. From combat manoeuvres to scenic tours, we offer an unforgettable flying experience for every thrill-seeker.

Albion Park Rail NSW

6.6 km away

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Three little girls with coloured hair manes in their pig tales.

Shopping and Markets

Manemerised | Pamper Parties

At Manemerised, their luxury Pamper Party Salon is a beautifully curated space designed for unforgettable celebrations. They specialise in hosting elevated birthday parties, glow-up mornings and immersive school holiday workshops that are equal parts stylish, confidence-boosting and fun. From signature hairstyling and soft glam sparkle to runway catwalk moments, creative craft stations and photo-worthy memories, every detail is thoughtfully designed to create a magical experience for your child and her guests. Their team leads each event with warmth and energy, ensuring every guest feels included, celebrated and confident. Parents love that everything is styled, structured and stress-free — simply arrive, celebrate and let them create the magic. At Manemerised, it's more than a party. It's a beautiful memory in the making and a space where girls learn to sparkle through life confidently themselves.

Oak Flats NSW

6.7 km away

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Plenty to amaze everyone
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Galleries, Museums and Collections

HARS Aviation Museum

Step into the incredible world of aviation at HARS Aviation Museum, a world-class aviation museum located at Shellharbour Airport, just over an hour south of Sydney. Featuring an extensive collection of historic civil and military aircraft, the museum offers visitors the rare opportunity to explore legendary aircraft up close, hear the fascinating stories behind and watch restoration projects in progress. Highlights include the: Lockheed Super Constellation Boeing 747-400 City of Canberra John Travolta's donated Qantas Boeing 707' F-111C Fighter Bomber Southern Cross II Douglas DC-3 and DC-4 Catalina Flying Boat Caribou, Sabre Jet Tiger Moth, and many more. For an unforgettable experience, book a Boeing 747 Premium Tour, step inside the cockpit, or take the exciting 747 Wing Walk. Visit on the second Friday, Saturday and Sunday of each month for TARMAC Days, when even more aircraft are opened for visitors to explore. After your aviation adventure, relax at the award-winning Cafe Connie for breakfast, lunch or great coffee, browse the gift shop for aviation books, clothing, hats and souvenirs, or host your next corporate event or private function in a truly unique aviation setting. Just a 10-minute walk from Albion Park Rail Station, HARS Aviation Museum is a must-visit destination for aviation enthusiasts, families and history lovers exploring the NSW South Coast.

Albion Park Rail NSW

6.7 km away

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Minnamurra River
Image credit: Destination Kiama

Natural Attractions

Minnamurra River

The sparkling turquoise waters of Minnamurra River provide the perfect conditions for a day of kayaking, swimming, or paddle boarding. Take some time to enjoy the vibrant grassy hills and relax with a picnic after a long day on the water. The entrance of the river is characterised by an offshore island, named Rangoon Island, after an 1870 shipwreck just offshore.

Minnamurra NSW

6.8 km away

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Minnamurra Beach & Rangoon Island
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Natural Attractions

Minnamurra Beach

Minnamurra Beach, also known as 'Mystics', is a favourite with the locals. Mystics Beach stretches from the rocky headland towards the volcanic outcrop known as Stack Island (aka Rangoon Island). This stretch of beach forms a sand spit, behind which is the estuary of Minnamurra River. The natural setting features small areas of vegetation with a view out to stunning Stack Island. Day visits are popular with people coming for the scenery, surfing, barbecue and picnics. Mystics Beach forms part of the National Surfing Reserve at Killalea State Park and is a popular well-known location for surfing. The swell from the south makes good left breaking off the point over shallow sand a rock bottom, holding plenty of swell.

Shell Cove NSW

6.8 km away

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Jones Beach

Natural Attractions

Jones Beach, Kiama Downs

Jones Beach is a stretch of beach that offers great swimming and surfing for people of all abilities. For the surfers, the northern end offers running left-handers off the rocks and the southern end is protected from the dreaded southerly wind. Situated between Minnamurra Headland and the basalt columns of Cathedral Rocks, a popular Kiama Downs surf spot.

Kiama Downs NSW

6.8 km away

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Kiama Coast Walk
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Natural Attractions

Kiama Coast Walk

The Kiama Coast Walk is a spectacular 20-kilometre trail that begins at Minnamurra Train Station and winds its way south to Werri Lagoon in Gerringong. It offers dramatic ocean views, beach strolls, and a chance to explore the township of Kiama – including a stop at the famous Blowhole. The route is a mix of sealed paths, grassed tracks and beach walks - however the hills are gentle enough for most levels of fitness. And the views - they're nothing short of breathtaking. Divided into three sections of roughly equal length, each offers a unique experience – from village charm to secluded headlands. Complete one, two, or all three – the choice is yours. Just bring a camera and your sense of adventure. You'll find route markers and interpretive signs along the way. The final stretch, from Loves Bay to Werri Lagoon, showcases rugged, untouched coastal beauty. Keep an eye out for whales (May to November), as well as sea eagles and hawks soaring overhead year-round. Please note: In rare cases following heavy rain or big swells, Werri Lagoon may open to the sea, making it difficult to access Werri Beach. For updates, contact the Kiama Visitor Information Centre.

Kiama NSW

7.1 km away

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Northerly views at Minnamurra Lookout near sunset

Natural Attractions

Minnamurra Headland

Enjoy a picnic at the Minnamurra headland and take in the spectacular views of Stack Island, the ocean and the Minnamurra River. The Kiama Coast Walk curves around the edge of the headland, allowing the stunning coastline that be viewed from all angles.  Cycling is a wonderful option for leisurely experiencing the exceptional natural beauty of the headland and maybe even catching a glimpse of some friendly local wildlife. From late May to July, humpback whales can be seen migrating north, and from September to November, they can be seen heading south again with their calves.

Minnamurra NSW

7.2 km away

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