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ITS SHELLHARBOUR TIME TO GETAWAY!
Shellharbour is the ideal place to reconnect with your partner or family and friends.
Perfectly positioned between the pristine waters of the Tasman Sea and the picturesque Illawarra Escarpment, Shellharbour is packed with hidden gems, calming countryside, crystal clear beaches, delicious food, high quality shopping and endless adventure to be experienced all year round, it’s a holiday destination that must be experienced.
Shellharbour is conveniently located just over an hour’s easy drive south of Sydney and within two and a half hours from Canberra.
Shellharbour is waiting to welcome you. Start booking and planning your next visit today.
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The Enchanted Forest – Tides of Treasure
30 May - 22 Jun, 2025
The Enchanted Forest returns to Shellharbour with an all-new, ocean-themed adventure – ‘Tides of Treasure’. Get ready to be swept […]
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Roo Theatre Presents – The Jungle Book
6 - 21 June, 2025
Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book expertly interweaves myth, morals, adventure and powerful storytelling.Mowgli is raised by a pack of wolves […]
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Winter Solstice at The Waterfront Shell Cove
20 June, 2025
Celebrate the season with three days of food, music, ice skating, and furry fun at The Waterfront’s Winter Solstice. Kick […]
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Eats and Beats – Albion Park
5 July, 2025
The Streets Are Coming Alive! Eats and Beats is a vibrant celebration of food, music, markets and family fun. Enjoy […]
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🐋We are super excited that whale watching season is here. Join Shellharbour Wild on an unforgettable up-close and personal encounter with the majestic humpback whales as they migrate along our stunning coastline on their new vessel Cat Balou 🐋🐋
🛥️Whale watching cruises with Shellharbour Wild depart from Shellharbour Marina daily.
📍Marina Drive, Shell Cove
Book your cruise today 👉 www.shellharbourwild.com.au
📸Video by @khynangardner
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Jun 13
✈️HARS Aviation Museum is dedicated to some of the most amazing aviation history.
Get up close and personal to iconic aircraft like the Lockheed Orion AP-3C, the legendary `Connie` Super Constellation, the Neptune Bomber and so much more.
🌟What`s even more incredible? Many of these planes still fly today, taking to the skies for airshows and memorial services.
✈️A must-visit for aviation buffs, families and curious minds of all ages! ✨
This weekend is TARMAC Day where the planes will be on display for you to wander through at your own leisure. At all other times the museum is open for tours from 9am to 3.30pm (last tours at 2pm)
HARS Aviation Museum
📍54 Airport Road, Shellharbour Airport, Albion Park Rail
👉 Discover more at https://hars.org.au/
📸Images Lockheed Orion AP-3C & Tracker 884 (folded wings) by @harsaviationmuseum & Howard Mitchell
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Jun 13
🚂 Toot Toot! All aboard for a weekend of steam-powered fun at the Illawarra Light Railway Museum!
This Sunday, the museum will be in full swing with steam train rides for kids big and small 🛤️💨
👨👩👧👦 Explore the locomotive sheds
🧺 Bring a picnic
🎠 Let the little ones enjoy the kids playground
It’s a day out packed with charm, history and good old-fashioned fun! Don’t miss it! 🚂✨
📆Sunday 8 June
🕓10am to 2pm
🎫Tickets: www.ilrms.com.au
📸Images @illawarralightrailway
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Jun 4
The end to the perfect day as the sun sets over Shellharbour Village 🌇
📍Image by @thedronedownunder
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Jun 1
Located on the South Coast of NSW, Shellharbour Marina is just 90 minutes by car — or 50 nautical miles by boat — from Sydney’s hustle and bustle. The Waterfront Precinct a relaxing destination where cafés and restaurants serve up flavour with a side of sea breeze, all set against the backdrop of sleek hulls and harbour views.
📸Image by @thedronedownunder
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Jun 1
👣 A STEP BACK IN TIME ⏳
This house was once home to Ben and Jean Turner, standing at Clover Hill. The English Tudor style manor house was built around a large rock formation on the property, with the rock forming part of the building’s interior. 🏡 In the 1970s, the homestead burned down 🔥, and the National Parks and Wildlife Service acquired the property as part of Macquarie Pass National Park. 🏞️
Today, the house is gone, but you can still see the rock formation as you walk along the Clover Hill Walking Trail 🚶♂️🌳.
🔍 Learn about Shellharbour’s interesting past by visiting the Shellharbour City Museum at 📍 76 Cygnet Avenue, Shellharbour City Centre, or online at 🌐 https://discover.shellharbour.nsw.gov.au
📸 Image by Shellharbour City Museum
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May 30
🪂 Take the leap with Bigwave Skydive. This exhilarating jump from 15,000 ft ✈️ and approximately 60 seconds of freefall, followed by a scenic parachute descent over Shellharbour`s stunning coastline. Finish the jump with a beachside landing.🏖️
🎫If you are ready to take the leap, book your skydive with Bigwave Skydive the skydiving experts https://bigwaveskydive.com.au/
📸Video by @bigwaveskydive
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May 29
🏆 We’re proud to share that Shellharbour has taken home SILVER in the NSW Top Tourism Town Awards! 👏
A huge congrats to our neighbour Kiama, who took home GOLD in our category.
Massive thank you to everyone who voted for Shellharbour — your support means the world! 🧡
Congratulations to all the winners of their respective categories, see the results here https://nswtourismassociation.com.au/top-tourism-town-%26-guide
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May 28
