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Shellharbour the gateway to the South Coast of New South Wales 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 half hours from Canberra. Shellharbour is waiting to welcome you. Start booking and planning your next visit today.

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Albion Park

Albion Park Community Hub Market

3 December, 2023

Experience the charm of a delightful country market featuring a selection of locally sourced honey, jams and preserves, salamis and […]

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Christmas Market @ Roo Theatre

3 December, 2023

Do you love Christmas?Want to support small local businesses?Looking for great gift ideas?Are you looking at planning an event? Come […]

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Carols By Candlelight 2023

8 December, 2023

Get ready to jingle all the way to the jolliest night of the year!  When: Friday, 8 December 6pm – 9pm […]

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Xmas Train at the Illawarra Light Railway Museum

Ride The Christmas Train at The Illawarra Railway Museum

10 December, 2023

Experience Unforgettable Family Fun this Holiday Season! Enjoy the magic of Christmas with themed Steam and Miniature Train Rides. While […]

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The Sweet Summer Nights Market at The Waterfront

13 December, 2023

Browse the ever-evolving collaboration of artisan stalls, boutique retailers, local makers and emerging businesses at the regions newest market, the […]

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Santa Run at The Links, Shell Cove

17 December, 2023

Bringing a little Christmas cheer to deserving families this festive season with a special 5k run (walk) around one of […]

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Movies Under The Stars @ Civic Centre Backyard

19 December, 2023

We are cranking up the Christmas cheer and hosting a FREE family fun evening that celebrates all things Christmas! Bring along your […]

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The Georgia Rose Boutique Market

22 December, 2023

Browse the ever-evolving collaboration of artisan stalls, boutique retailers, local makers and emerging businesses at the regions newest market, The […]

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Airshows Downunder Shellharbour

2 March, 2024

Airshows Downunder Shellharbour is Australia’s largest regional airshow! Held in the Illawarra region on the NSW south coast, just over […]

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Australian Freestyle Mountain Bike National Championships

15 March, 2024

Watch history in the making, as Greenvalleys Mountain Bike Park hosts the inaugural AusCycling Freestyle Mountain Bike National Championships 2024. […]

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Shellharbour Village and boat harbour lit up at ...

Nov 21

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Shellharbour Village and boat harbour lit up at night 🌙 📷@thedronedownunder #visitshellharbour #feelnsw #grandpacificdrive #shellharbour #loveshellharbour #shellharbourvillage

😎Weekend Vibes overlooking Mystics Beach and ...

Nov 17

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😎Weekend Vibes overlooking Mystics Beach and the Minnamurra River. Have a great weekend everyone. If you are looking for things to see and do check out our website www.visitshellharbour.com.au 📸Image by @johnbits1505 #visitshellharbour #shellharbour #grandpacificdrive #feelnsw #nswsouthcoast #southcoastnsw #mysticsbeach

Dive into summer trills at Jamberoo Action Park! ...

Nov 15

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Dive into summer trills at Jamberoo Action Park! Experience the rush on the waterslides, Outback Bay wave pool, The Funnel Web, Perfect Storm, Tiapan, Octo Racer and the exciting new Zero Gravity experience Velocity Falls. Little ones can also have a blast at Billabong Beach. 📸 Image by @eddiehucaptured #summerfun #waterpark #jamberooactionpark #visitshellharbour #shellharbour #summerinshellharbour #summervibes @jamberooactionpark

What a mesmerising view towards the coastline ...

Nov 14

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What a mesmerising view towards the coastline overlooking Jamberoo, Kiama and in the distance Shellharbour...purely breathtaking. 📸 Image by @lillyraemedia #coastalvibes #shellharbour #visitshellharbour #visitnsw #

Peaceful morning on Lake Illawarra with ...

Nov 12

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Peaceful morning on Lake Illawarra with @supshellharbour. #visitnsw #visitshellharbour #lakeilllawarra

Come along and celebrate 100 Years of Burra, a ...

Nov 7

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Come along and celebrate 100 Years of Burra, a steam locomotive built by the Hawthorne Leslie at Newcastle-On-Tyne England in 1923. The Burra worked at the former Australian Iron & Steel (AIS) colliery at Corrimal from 1923 to 1962. In 1978 the locomotive was donated to the Illawarra Light Railway Museum. After many years of restoration work the Burra was ready for active duty at the Light Railway Museum in 1994. The celebrations will be held on Sunday 12 November from 10am to 3 pm at the Illawarra Light Railway Museum, where you will be able to take a train ride with the family and enjoy a picnic on the grounds. Fees apply. 📸Image by @illawarralightrailway #railways #Illawarralightrailwaymuseum #shelharbour #visitshellharbour #southcoastnnsw #railmuseum