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facebook.com/kiamansw @kiamansw facebook.com/kiamansw @kiamansw #kiama #gerringong #gerroa #jamberoo #minnamurra #bombo #unspoilt Welcome to our little piece of paradise. Whether you need to unwind, unplug or unleash, the Kiama area has everything you need for an unspoilt and unforgettable experience… 03 Welcome 34 Nature on Display 04 Events 36 Family Fun 06 Kiama 38 The Local Menu 08 Gerringong & Gerroa 40 Markets & Shopping 10 Jamberoo 42 Weddings 12 Minnamurra & Bombo 44 Meetings & Conferences 14 Heritage & History 46 Exploring by Road 014 16 Ask a Local 48 Rainy Day Ideas 18 Arts & Culture 49 The Essentials 20 Beaches & Surfing 50 Experience 22 Health & Wellbeing 54 Dine 24 Kiama Coast Walk 55 Invite 26 Nature Walks 56 Stay 28 Points of Interest 61 Directories 018 32 Maps NSW Sydney Sydney Kiama Canberra Kiama Canberra Visiting Kiama? The Kiama Visitor Information Centre is a great place to start. We are located at Blowhole Point with the Lighthouse and Blowhole right on our doorstep. Our friendly, local and experienced team offer tailored information to ensure you can make the most out of your stay in the Kiama area. Here you’ll find: • Local tips and recommendations • Free accommodation booking service • Local arts and crafts • Attraction and event ticket sales • Free maps2018 and brochures • Information and suggested itineraries A Blowhole Point Road, Kiama, NSW • Souvenirs and Kiama gifts • Café and public toilets onsite P 02 4232 3322 or 1300 654 262 E [email protected] Open 9am–5pm every day except Christmas Day. W www.kiama.com.au We look forward to welcoming you soon. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY We are honoured to be on the ancestral lands of the Wodi Wodi/Dharawal people. We would like to acknowledge the First Australians as the traditional custodians of the continent, whose cultures are among the oldest living cultures in human history. We pay respect to Elders both past, present and future. WELCOME TO THE KIAMA AREA uch has changed in Kiama since my family At any time of year there’s something to enjoy. M started as dairy farmers here more than 150 Whether you’re a foodie, an art lover, surfer or years ago. just a motoring enthusiast that loves winding country roads, Kiama, Gerringong, Gerroa, The important things have not. Jamberoo and Minnamurra all have something to offer. We still boast lush rolling hills, unspoilt beaches, ancient rainforests and towns and villages where Enjoy your visit, and remember: the people have the time and space to live life There are no strangers here, just friends we the way it should be lived. haven’t met. I’m proud of what we have here, and invite you to Mayor Mark Honey experience it as well. Kiama Municipal Council HOW’S THE WEATHER? Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Average Max (°C) 25.2 25.2 24.3 22.4 20.1 17.7 16.9 18.2 19.9 21.6 22.4 24.2 Average Min (°C) 17.5 17.8 16.5 13.8 12.0 9.3 8.4 8.9 10.5 12.4 14.2 16.3 Average Rain (mm) 95.5 135.6 115.1 141.7 119.3 119.6 76.0 89.0 80.3 86.7 114.2 90.6 GETTING HERE A WHALE OF A TIME DRIVE: The Princes Hwy (M1) runs south from Sydney, or follow the scenic WHEN: Late May to July, Humpback and Southern Right whales can be Grand Pacific Drive. Hume Hwy/Illawarra Hwy is quickest from Canberra. seen migrating north. From September to November, they head back south Approx driving times to Kiama: Sydney 1hr45min; Canberra 3hr; again with their calves. Blue Mountains 2hrs; Southern Highlands 45min; Jervis Bay 1hr; WHERE: Best on-land viewing spots are Blowhole Point Kiama, Wollongong 30min; Batemans Bay 2hrs. Gerringong headland (Belinda St) or the platform on Minnamurra headland. TRAIN: Trains from Sydney to Kiama depart approx every hour, taking around 2hrs. See www.cityrail.com.au (South Coast Line) for more information or phone 13 15 00. ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION FLY: Sydney is the closest major airport. It is approx 1.5hr drive to Kiama Kiama warmly welcomes visitors with disabilities and caters to their or approx 2.5hr on the train (via Wolli Creek). Fly Corporate also offers needs in various ways, such as:. services to Illawarra Regional Airport (20min north of Kiama) from • Ramp / lift access to attractions, public toilets and parking facilities Melbourne and Brisbane. • Ability to hire scooters and beach wheelchairs • Accessible pool and playground equipment (various locations) • Horse riding for the disabled WI-FI • Accessible adult change facility Kiama was one of the first locations in Australia to receive highspeed NBN For more information, please visit: internet. Kiama's central business area offers free WiFi for all – simply www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/residents/disability connect to "Kiama Council Free WiFi". Many cafes/accommodation also offer WiFi services – just ask. 03 2019 EVENTS GUIDE There’s always something happening in Kiama... 171ST ANNUAL KIAMA SHOW AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS 22ND JOHNNY WARREN When: 25 & 26 January When: 26 January MEMORIAL CUP Where: Showground, Kiama Where: Kiama Downs, Kiama, When & Where: 1 & 2 February. A regular on the Kiama calendar for 170 years Gerringong & Jamberoo Kevin Walsh & Keith Irvine Oval, Jamberoo – displays, rides, animals, woodchopping and Activities across the region, including 80 teams compete in a tournament aimed adrenaline action. breakfast BBQs, the citizenship ceremony at remembering Johnny Warren's unique and Australia Day awards. contribution to football in Australia. MORGANS KIAMA SEVENS RED HOT SUMMER TOUR When: 23 February When: 3 March Where: Showground, Kiama Where: Showground, Kiama A favourite on the sporting calendar and Some of the country’s top musicians even more popular as the rise of Sevens converging on one of the country’s Rugby continues. most scenic concert venues. KIAMA JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL BLOWHOLE BIG FISH CLASSIC When: 8 – 10 March When: 6 & 7 April Where: Various venues Where: Kiama Harbour This celebration of Jazz and Blues music Where the fish are big and the tales of the brings live music to Kiama’s streets and ones that got away are even bigger. Over venues – a must see. 100 anglers on more than 30 boats compete for the titles in numerous categories. ANZAC DAY SERVICES KISS ARTS FESTIVAL When: 25 April When: 26 – 28 April Where: Kiama Lighthouse (dawn) and Where: Black Beach, Kiama various locations This international seaside interactive arts From the dawn service at the lighthouse festival features comedy, circus and theatre. to parades across the area, Kiama A weekend of entertainment and fun stands tall in remembrance. events for all. SURFLIFE GERRINGONG SURF & MUSIC FESTIVAL When: 3 & 4 May Where: Gerringong Town Hall & Park Featuring great bands, the festival also showcases local fashion, surf and yoga lessons, food and wine. 04 FUN RUNS KIAMA LOVES COUNTRY When: May / June MUSIC FESTIVAL Where: Various start and finish points When: June long weekend Keep fit during the cooler months with the Where: Kiama, Gerringong & Kiama Colour Run (May), Red Cross Fun Kiama Downs Run (June long weekend) & Kiama Coastal From multi-award winning to local artists, enjoy Classic (June). a fun weekend of country music in Kiama. THE WINTER WINE FESTIVAL JAMBEROO MUSIC FESTIVAL When: June Long Weekend When: 20 July Where: Crooked River Wines, Where: Various venues, Jamberoo Gerringong A boutique community festival featuring a Winter brings out the vintners to show off mix of Blues, Roots, Folk, Rock, Indie and their wares in this unique wine festival. Country in this quintessential South Coast village. KIAMA BODYBOARD KING PRO When: July / August Where: Surf Beach, Kiama The world's best bodyboarders descend on Kiama's Wedge for the APB World Tour event. KIAMA ARTISAN KIAMA ART SOCIETY FOOD FESTIVAL ANNUAL EXHIBITION When: 10 & 11 August When: August / September Where: Kiama Where: Kiama Leagues Club Warm up midwinter and tempt your taste A showcase of the region’s many talented buds with a celebration of artisan food. artists – young and old. ROMANS HOT ROD RUN FOLK BY THE SEA NEW YEAR’S EVE SKY SHOW When: 6 - 8 September When: 20 – 22 September When: 31 December Where: School Flat, Kiama Harbour Where: Various venues, Kiama Where: Kiama Harbour The gleaming paintwork and chrome. The A popular yet intimate folk festival event The harbour becomes an amazing roar of the engine. The scenic backdrop. It’s featuring the sounds of folk, world, roots, amphitheatre to one of the best all here. Celtic, bluegrass and gypsy music over three fireworks and laser light days. displays you’ll see. JAMBEROO CAR SHOW & FAMILY DAY When: October Where: Jamberoo Oval Vintage, classic, modified cars, stationary engines, entertainment and activities for all. NSW WAVESAILING CAROLS & STREET PARADES COMPETITION When: December When: November Where: Gerringong, Jamberoo, Where: Seven Mile Beach, Gerroa Kiama & Kiama Downs The NSW & WA teams go head to head Celebrate the Christmas season with carols over the weekend in an event all about fun in Kiama, Kiama Downs & Jamberoo and For our complete events calendar through team rivalries. street parades in Gerringong and Jamberoo. visit kiama.com.au/events 05 KIAMA The classic coastal escape t could be the rhythmic hum of the breaking waves; the stunning local beaches and ocean pools, a cheeky brunch in I reassuring wink from the iconic lighthouse or the “whoosh” one of the many quality cafes or some much-needed retail from NSW’s most famous blowhole. But whatever it is, Kiama’s therapy. Kiama offers something for everyone! relaxing coastal vibe has an instant effect.