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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.
SHELLHARBOUR TIME is here!
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upcoming events
HARS Aviation Museum Tarmac Days
8 August, 2025
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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Markets at the Marina
31 August, 2025
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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Step Back In Time
The view over Lake Illawarra South to Mt Warrigal in 1971. How the landscape has changed in 54 years.
Delve into Shellharbour`s history at the Shellharbour City Museum
📍76 Cygnet Avenue, Shellarbour City Centre
📸Image by Shellharbour City Museum
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Aug 7
Sunrise over Shellharbour Marina captured by @michaeldoherty____
📸Image by @michaeldoherty____
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Aug 1
🌊 Surf’s always up in Shellharbour! 🏄♂️ No matter the season, The Shallows a local favourite near the gravel loader is the spot to be. With its north-east facing reef break, it`s a go-to for consistent waves and good times.
Grab your board, round up your mates, and hit the water in Shellharbour! 🌞🌊
📍Bass Point Tourist Road, Shell Cove
📸Image by @belindadoyledesign
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Jul 28
✈️Get up close and personal with incredible aircraft, touch them, explore inside and hear the fascinating stories behind these flying legends. ✈️✨
Climb aboard and experience aviation like never before. It’s hands-on, unforgettable, and right here at HARS Aviation Museum. ✈️Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind experience!
📍HARS Aviation Museum, 54 Airport Road, Shellharbour Airport, Albion Park Rail
👉 Discover more at https://hars.org.au/
📸Images by @harsaviationmuseum
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Jul 25
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day by dropping into Bliss Icecream and Gelato at the Waterfront Precinct, Shell Cove.
Tell us what is your favourite flavour?
📍Cove Boulevarde, Shell Cove
📸Images @blissicecreamgelato
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Jul 20
👣Step back in time 🕰
Long before Shellharbour Junction was even thought about Shellharbour (Dunmore) Railway Station was our main transport link. The station opened on 9th November 1887.
Learn more about this history of Shellharbour at Shellharbour City Museum
📍 76 Cygent Avenue, Shellharbour City Centre
Image by Shellharbour City Museum
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Jul 18
Your boating gateway to the southern playground! ⛵️ Shellharbour Marina offers the ideal boating home base for your vessel on the stunning NSW South Coast.
Easy access by road 110km south of the Sydney CBD, and a 213km road trip from Canberra. The marina is your perfect getaway destination for couples, families, and friends.
👉Find out more at https://shellharbourmarina.com.au/
📸Image by @shellharbourmarina1
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Jul 13
🦭What a great catch Sammy!
Our local resident seal affectionately known as Sammy can often be seen chilling out in Lake Illawarra under the pylons of Windang Bridge 🦭 A great photo captured by Chilby Photography.
Image by @chilby_photography
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Jul 10
