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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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The Great Australian Rock Musical – Roo Theatre

4 May, 2024

The Roo-Theatre Company presents ​Hilarious jukebox musical featuring songs by AC/DC, Midnight Oil, Skyhooks, Dragon, Choir Boys, Daddy Cool, J.O.K. […]

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HARS Aviation Museum Tarmac Days

10 May, 2024

In addition to the Museum’s daily exhibits, Tarmac Days highlight specific events or eras in aviation. Tarmac Days are held […]

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The Enchanted Forest – Lost Astronaut

17 May, 2024

Shellharbour’s Blackbutt Forest awakens with The Enchanted Forest – Lost Astronaut! Journey through a spectacle of light and sound in […]

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The Australian MOTORLIFE Museum

National Motoring Heritage Day at The Australian Motorlife Museum

19 May, 2024

The 18th National Historic Motoring Heritage Day is an initiative of the Australian Historic Motoring Federation and is supported by […]

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Roo Theatre Company Presents – AWAY, by Michael Gow

24 May, 2024

The RTC is proud to present Michael Gow’s classic play, Away. Staged in the round.​Set in late-1960s Australia, three families […]

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Kidsfest Shellharbour 2024

4 May, 2024

KidsFest Shellharbour is a community run FREE week-long festival coordinated by KidsFest Shellharbour Inc. KidsFest engages many businesses, government and […]

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⏲️Step Back in Time to early 1980`s to the original Lake Entrance Road looking east from Millers Hotel (now known as the Lakeview Hotel Motel). On the left you can see Shellharbour TAFE and Stockland Shelharbour on the right.

📸Great image by @shellharbourhistoryinphotos

🔎Discover more about Shellharbour`s past by visiting the Shellharbour City Museum https://museum.shellharbour.nsw.gov.au/

#shellharbourhistory #visitshellharbour #shellharbour

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⏲️Step Back in Time to early 1980's to the original Lake Entrance Road looking east from Millers Hotel (now known as the Lakeview Hotel Motel). On the left you can see Shellharbour TAFE and Stockland Shelharbour on the right. 📸Great image by @shellharbourhistoryinphotos 🔎Discover more about Shellharbour's past by visiting the Shellharbour City Museum https://museum.shellharbour.nsw.gov.au/ #shellharbourhistory #visitshellharbour #shellharbour

Are you looking for a budget-friendly activity that packs a punch? 🤔 👊 Tickets for the magical experience that is The Enchanted Forest start from just $9.50.✨

We have multiple sessions available so grab the kids or a friend and book now so you don`t miss out on the fun! 🤩

Buy your tickets here 👉 www.theenchantedforest.com.au/

@enchantedforestnsw

#TheEnchantedForest #VisitShellharbour #LoveShellharbour #BlackbuttForest #LightJourney #Laservision #Magic #Holograms #LightShows #LunaLightJourney

May 1

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Are you looking for a budget-friendly activity that packs a punch? 🤔 👊 Tickets for the magical experience that is The Enchanted Forest start from just $9.50.✨ We have multiple sessions available so grab the kids or a friend and book now so you don't miss out on the fun! 🤩 Buy your tickets here 👉 www.theenchantedforest.com.au/ @enchantedforestnsw #TheEnchantedForest #VisitShellharbour #LoveShellharbour #BlackbuttForest #LightJourney #Laservision #Magic #Holograms #LightShows #LunaLightJourney

Shellharbour City Council`s Artist Residency Program features resident Artist Stephanie Quirk. Stepahnie will be hosting two `Discovering Shells Artmaking` workshops at the Shelharbour Village Imaginarium for ages 8+

Join the school holiday workshops! 💙🐚

🖌️ Tickets are $15 - View the sessions below:
🔷 Wednesday 17 April - 9:30am - 11am 👉 bit.ly/3IO0mWg
🔷 Wednesday 24 April - 9:30am - 11am 👉 bit.ly/3Vo9rN7

These workshops will include a 30 min ambling discovery walk to the Shellharbour Village boat ramp (Pram and wheelchair friendly).

🌊 Participants will explore the namesake of Shellharbour and come back to the studio inspired for a special artmaking class. Please bring a hat, water, snacks and sunscreen. 🌞

@colour_mountain

Video by @shellharbourcitycouncil

#Shellharbour #Imaginarium #LoveShellharbour #VisitShellharbour #ArtistInResidency #Creativity #Workshop

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Shellharbour City Council's Artist Residency Program features resident Artist Stephanie Quirk. Stepahnie will be hosting two 'Discovering Shells Artmaking' workshops at the Shelharbour Village Imaginarium for ages 8+ Join the school holiday workshops! 💙🐚 🖌️ Tickets are $15 - View the sessions below: 🔷 Wednesday 17 April - 9:30am - 11am 👉 bit.ly/3IO0mWg 🔷 Wednesday 24 April - 9:30am - 11am 👉 bit.ly/3Vo9rN7 These workshops will include a 30 min ambling discovery walk to the Shellharbour Village boat ramp (Pram and wheelchair friendly). 🌊 Participants will explore the namesake of Shellharbour and come back to the studio inspired for a special artmaking class. Please bring a hat, water, snacks and sunscreen. 🌞 @colour_mountain Video by @shellharbourcitycouncil #Shellharbour #Imaginarium #LoveShellharbour #VisitShellharbour #ArtistInResidency #Creativity #Workshop

Easter Long Weekend dining and entertainment sorted at the Links Shell Cove with lunch or dinner at the @tavernlinksshellcove, mini Golf
@shanx_linksshellcove coffee at the @backyardbrewbythelinks or golf @linksshellcove. 🏌️‍♀️🍕

Whatever you need this long weekend, let’s link together! 🧡

#easter #longweekend #weekendvibes #shanxminigolf #shanxatthelinks #visitshellharbour #Shellharbour #feelnsw

Mar 29

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Easter Long Weekend dining and entertainment sorted at the Links Shell Cove with lunch or dinner at the @tavernlinksshellcove, mini Golf @shanx_linksshellcove coffee at the @backyardbrewbythelinks or golf @linksshellcove. 🏌️‍♀️🍕 Whatever you need this long weekend, let’s link together! 🧡 #easter #longweekend #weekendvibes #shanxminigolf #shanxatthelinks #visitshellharbour #Shellharbour #feelnsw

Looking for an authentic indigenous cutural experience based on the traditions of the Dharawal and Yuin Nation? Then look no further, Gumaraa Aboriginal Experience run tours and workshop ranging from Traditional Weaving, Bushtucker/Medicine walks, art workshops and cultural exprience tours. Take a look at all they have to offer at https://gumaraa.com.au/ 🪃🛶

Video by @gumaraa_au

#visitshellharbour #shellharbour #feelnsw #seeaustralia #visitnsw #indigenousexperience.

Mar 28

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Looking for an authentic indigenous cutural experience based on the traditions of the Dharawal and Yuin Nation? Then look no further, Gumaraa Aboriginal Experience run tours and workshop ranging from Traditional Weaving, Bushtucker/Medicine walks, art workshops and cultural exprience tours. Take a look at all they have to offer at https://gumaraa.com.au/ 🪃🛶 Video by @gumaraa_au #visitshellharbour #shellharbour #feelnsw #seeaustralia #visitnsw #indigenousexperience.

The beam of light shining down on Albion Park looking west, in the background you can see Mount Murray. ... wow!!

Did you know that Albion Park was called Terry`s Meadows which was the original name given to the estate of Samuel Terry who was granted 2000 acres in 1821. The estate was renamed to Albion Park by Samuels nephew John Terry Hughes after inheriting the land in the 1840`s.

@chilby_photography

#visitshellharbour #albionpark #

Mar 22

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The beam of light shining down on Albion Park looking west, in the background you can see Mount Murray. ... wow!! Did you know that Albion Park was called Terry's Meadows which was the original name given to the estate of Samuel Terry who was granted 2000 acres in 1821. The estate was renamed to Albion Park by Samuels nephew John Terry Hughes after inheriting the land in the 1840's. @chilby_photography #visitshellharbour #albionpark #