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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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upcoming events
KidsFest Shellharbour 2025
18 - 24 May, 2025
KidsFest Shellharbour is back in 2025 for our 17th KidsFest, 18th – 24th May 2025. Our theme this year is […]
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Markets at the Marina
25 May, 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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The Enchanted Forest – Tides of Treasure
30 May, 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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👣 Step Back in Time 🕰️
📅 On this day, 16 May 1943, the United States tanker `Cities Service Boston` ran aground at Bass Point, Shellharbour. Despite the very rough seas, soldiers from the 6th Australian Machine Gun Battalion bravely rescued the entire crew of 62 Americans, though tragically, four Australian soldiers lost their lives.
🌺 A memorial dedicated to the soldiers` bravery stands at Bass Point Reserve.
Discover more about Shellharbour`s history by visiting the Shellharbour City Museum
📍 76 Cygnet Avenue, Shellharbour City Centre
📸@Shellharbour History in Photos
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May 15
🌊Fun for the whole family... ☀️Lake Illawarra where the crystal clear water is ideal for water activities... swimming, fishing, stand-up paddle boarding and boating. The foreshore is the perfect place for a family picnic, while the kids will love the awesome Red Lantern playgrounds complete with accessible carousel, sensory panels and more. The ninja park will challenge the little ones to reach new heights. Feeling hungry the kiosk has the classic fish and chips, delicious hamburgers and more.
📹Video by @dj.flying.high (Instagram)
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May 15
✈️ Walk the Wing of a Jumbo Jet!
Experience the thrill of stepping onto the wing of the legendary Qantas Boeing 747-438, City of Canberra, at the HARS Aviation Museum in Albion Park. This 16-metre walk offers breathtaking views of the Illawarra escarpment and a unique perspective of aviation history. It`s an unforgettable adventure!
📅 Daily (weather permitting)
📞 Bookings essential: (02) 4257 4333
📍HARS Aviation Museum, Airport Road, Albion Park Rail
🔗 Learn more: hars.org.au/tour/b747-wing-walk
📸Image by @eddiehucaptured
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May 12
Stunning Sunrise over Killalea Regional Park 🌅
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May 8
🏨 The Ocean Beach Hotel has been a cherished Shellharbour landmark for nearly a century. Built in 1929 for Mrs Henrietta Bush, this grand two-storey hotel was designed to host 60 guests, featuring artistic interiors, marble bathrooms, and stained glass windows opening onto a tiled verandah—an embodiment of seaside elegance in its era.
Today, the hotel remains a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy 🎶 live music, grab a feed 🍽️and sip a drink 🍹on the deck overlooking Shellharbour`s iconic boat harbour 🛥️and the stunning Tasman Sea. 🌊
📍 2 Addison St, Shellharbour Village
🔗 oceanbeachhotel.com.au
📸 Image by https://www.facebook.com/robertflemingphotography
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May 6
Soak up the ocean breeze and enjoy a flavour packed meal at the Ocean Beach Hotel Shellharbour 🌊🍻
A cracking spot right by the water—perfect for a feed, a drink, and a good times with mates, with a classic pub vibe you`ll love.
📍 Addison Street, Shellharbour Village
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May 5
Not long now until the whale super highway 🐋 kicks into full swing!
This playful giant was spotted off the Shellharbour coastline playing around with some seaweed 🌊💙
Bring on whale season – we’re ready! 🙌
📸 @srdronography
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May 3
🌊Head down to the Waterfront Shell Cove with your crew — family, friends, or both!
☕ Great coffee, 🍔 awesome food, and good vibes all around. Whether you`re chasing brunch, a lazy lunch, or sunset drinks, there`s something for everyone:
🍔@georgiaroseshellcove
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🍸@waterfronttavernshellcove
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Image by @shellharbourmarina1
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#thewaterfrontshellcove #shellharbour #visitshellharbour #shellharbourmarina #shellcove #grandpacificdrive
📍See you by the water this weekend!
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May 3
