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1.Minnamurra Rainforest: 33km.,40min. Tourist Drive 9; West of Kiama & Jamberoo The Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, in the NE of the , gives you the chance to experience a remnant rainforest.

The Centres’ attractions include a network of raised timber boardwalks and paved walking tracks that take you along the forest floor and up through a range of environments, on your way to the magical Minnamurra Falls. Return via village of Kiama and take time to visit the Blowhole where spectacular plumes of water can be witnessed when seas are running from the SE.

2. , Symbio Wildlife Park: views (Symbio approx. 35 km.,40 min.) View some of the most beautiful beaches in along ’s coastline before travelling North and passing over the 665 metre Sea Cliff Bridge. Stop at viewing areas before and after crossing Bridge. Continue to lookout. If the weather is favourable hang-gliders will be active.

From there continue to Symbio Wildlife Park ( Dr. Helensburgh )which features crocs.,koalas, kangaroos, dingoes, birds of prey, snakes, reptiles and emus. Return via Southern Gateway Centre (Princes Hwy.) where the view of Wollongong is breathtaking.

3. Fly Treetop Walk: 55km.,60min. 182 Knights Hill Rd. Knights Hill The Illawarra Fly treetop walk is an elevated steel canopy walk through the rainforest on the picturesque , offering inspiring views over the South Pacific Ocean.

After experiencing the Fly, head down the mountain via to the seaside village of Shellharbour and experience the boutiques and eateries.

4.: 9km.,12min. (Berkeley) Largest Buddist temple in Southern Hemisphere. The Temple focuses on exchange of eastern and western cultures ; traditional and modern. Attracts >100 000 persons from around the world. There are a variety of guided tours of 1-3 hrs., between 9am.-5pm. Cultural activities include Origami, Tai Chi, Calligraphy and Meditation.

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Wollongong Golf Club is adjacent to Chifley Hotel.

Shellharbour (29km.) has The Links, Shell Cove and Calderwood Valley Golf Courses.

6. Karts: (Wollongong City Raceway, Kembla Grange, 13km. ) Experience the thrill of a brilliant circuit, timed laps etc.

Challenge other Rotarians/Partners for this safe but exciting sport.

7. Otford Farm Trail Rides: Lloyd Place Otford 42 94 1296 for bookings View at www.otfordfarm.com.au

Last chance to enjoy riding and what a place to do it!

8.Bicycles: Mobile Bike Rental will bring the bikes to you! Enjoy the coast and villages on a bike.

Call 0442 314 118 0449 525 829

9. Beach stroll From Chifley Hotel head East to City Beach, North to Flagstaff Hill, Wollongong Harbour and Wollongong North Beach. Return via shops and coffee.

10. Antiques Visit and appprox. 70 kms to Bowral

11. Steelworks Tour: Port Kembla 5km. Guided tour (Friday) conducted by Australia’s Industry World. A must see but bookings are essential 4275 7023

12. Fleet Air Arm Museum: (South Nowra) Top quality museum displays historical naval aircraft and aviation memorabilia. Lovely drive with a visit to Berry.

13. Wineries Two of many wineries: Coolangatta Estate Winery: 1335 Bolong Rd. Shoalhaven Heads Crooked River Wines: 11 Willow Vale Rd. Gerringong or South Coast Wine Centre regional wine tour 0407 452 430

14. View of Wollongong: 15 km.

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Plus Jumbulla Aboriginal Discovery Centre – focuses on the social history and culture of Aboriginal people in Illawarra and South Coast.

15. Blood Donation Australian Red Cross Blood Service at Hospital, Cnr. Loftus and Darling Streets. The Donor Centre is located within the grounds of at Lawson House.

Community Liaison Officer: Chris Barwick 42 26 8000 [email protected]

Hours: Thursday noon – 6 pm Friday 7am – 3 pm Saturday 7am – 2.30 pm Phone 131 495 (for appointment and eligibility)

16. Craft Demonstration Quilting classes and shopping (less than 20 persons) at Hobbysew

Located in the Westfield Centre, Figtree. Shop 1, Rooftop Level. 4229 8188

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