NOTICE
Bass Point Reserve will be CLOSED TO VEHICLE ACCESS from 27 January until March 2026. PEDESTRIAN ACCESS will remain open via the walking track, and vehicles will still be able to reach Red Sands and Maloneys Bay car parks throughout the works. There may be times during works when the entire reserve is periodically closed.
welcome!
Shellharbour is the ideal place to reconnect with your 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, a unique shopping and endless adventure to be experienced all year round, it’s a holiday destination that must be experienced.
Shellharbour is conveniently located on the iconic Grand Pacific Drive – 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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Farmers and Makers Market – The Local Table – Shellharbour
3 February, 2026
Celebrate the best of the local community every Tuesday at Reddall Reserve. The Farmers and Makers Market brings together fresh […]
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HARS Tarmac Weekend STEM Spotlight
13 - 15 February, 2026
This month, the spotlight is on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). A special guest speaker is joining us in […]
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Roo Theatre Presents “The Rules of Comedy”
21 February, 2026
This vibrant performance promises to captivate audiences with its engaging storyline and youthful energy. Set in the heart of Shellharbour, […]
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Roo Theatre Presents “How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery”
22 February, 2026
Join us at the Roo Theatre Company in Shellharbour for an unforgettable evening of intrigue and entertainment with “How to […]
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Markets at the Marina
22 February, 2026
Browse the ever-evolving collaboration of artisan stalls, boutique retailers, local makers and emerging businesses at the region’s newest market held […]
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The Great Illawarra Walk 2026
14 March, 2026
The Great Illawarra Walk is back for 2026, and registrations are now open. All funds raised through the 2026 event […]
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NSW Seniors Festival – Shellharbour
2 - 15 March, 2026
Each year council produces a Seniors Festival Program that promotes events held across the city. The festival celebrates the role […]
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Wings Over Shellharbour
16 May, 2026
Wings Over Shellharbour takes place in the stunning Illawarra region on the NSW South Coast, just over an hour south […]
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Just enjoyed an epic day out on the greens at The Links Shell Cove! 🌤️⛳️
From breezy fairways to tricky bunkers and water hazards, it’s a great challenge for golfers of all levels. Bookings are open 7 days a week and there’s plenty of choice with 18 holes and multiple tee options to keep the round fun and exciting. 🏌️♀️⛳️ Whether you’re chasing birdies or just out for a relaxed social round, this course delivers.
Plus, after the game you can grab a coffee or a cold one at the Cafe or Tavern and soak up the views. 🍻☕️
If you haven’t played here yet, put it on your golf bucket list it’s a must‑play on the South Coast!
📍Golf Drive, Shell Cove
📸Image by @dee_kramer_photography
#visitshellharbour #shellharbour #golfshellharbour #holeinone
Feb 3
✈️Views better than any lookout ✨
Discover Shellharbour and the South Coast from the air with NSW Air Flight Training & Scenic Flights. Buckle up, look out the window and get ready to be amazed! ✈️
📍 Departing from Shellharbour Airport
🎁 Perfect for gifts, dates or bucket-list adventures
Images by NSW Air Flight Training & @nsw_air
#visitshellharbour #shellharbour #scenicflight #southcoastnsw #bucketlistexperience #grandpacificdrive
Feb 2
🌅✨ Sunrise serenity at Shellharbour Marina 🌊⛵️
Nothing beats starting the day watching boats glinting in the golden light at one of the South Coast’s newest boating destinations. Whether you’re here for a cruisy morning walk, a coffee by the water, or gearing up for an adventure out to sea, those sunrise views never disappoint.
From world-class berths to waterfront dining and a vibrant boardwalk to explore, Shellharbour Marina really is the place to be at dawn and beyond. 🚤☕️🍳
📍 Marina Drive, Shell Cove, just a short 90 minute drive south of Sydney and 3 hours from Canberra.
📸Image by @lillyraemedia
#ShellharbourMarina #SunriseViews #NSWSouthCoast #MarinaLife #BoatingLife #TheWaterfrontShellCove #visitshellharbour #grandpacificdrive #shellharbour #southcoastboating @shellharbourmarina1
Jan 31
🎣😎 Ready to turn “maybe I’ll catch something” into “LOOK WHAT I CAUGHT!”
Learn the ropes with Fishing with A Local and discover the secrets of fishing along the Shellharbour Coast line with a true local legend. 🙌🐟
From beach worming to squid jigging, sunrise sessions to night fishing adventures you’ll be laughing, learning and landing fish in no time.
👉 Teach yourself to fish (the fun way): https://www.fishingwithalocal.com/
Grab your mates, bring the kids, or treat yourself to a reel good time. 😉🎣
📸Video by @fishingwithalocal
#shellharbour #visitshellharbour #ReelFun #FishingWithALocal #LearnToFish #SouthCoastNSW #GetOutside #visitnsw #feelnsw
Jan 30
Water flowing through Macquarie Pass National Park beautifully captured by @chilby_photography
#macquariepass #waterfall #shellharbour #visitshellharbour #grandpacificdrive
Jan 29
Sunrise reflecting on the water and lighting up the sky at Killalea Regional Park. A fantastic capture by
@lillyraemedia.
#sunrise #Visitshellharbour #Killalearegionalpark #grandpacificdrive
Jan 27
🌅 The stunning golden colours of the sunrise glistening over the water at Bushrangers Bay makes you want to dive right in. 🤿
Image by @coolchangephotography.com.au
#Visitshellharbour #sunrise #Shellharbour #basspoint #grandpacificdrive
Jan 23
