Nikola’s guidebook
Food scene
Established in 1998, Crooked River Wines is a destination unto itself, situated in a picturesque valley in Gerringong, 20 minutes from here. This family owned and operated winery sits on volcanic alluvial soil between mountains and the sea, offering wedding and function facilities with panoramic views via their onsite restaurant Oak Room Eleven. Book in for a wine tasting to try best sellers Crooked Rivers’ Foxground Cabernet Shiraz with a palate of blackberries, blood plums and hints of spice; the delicate but vibrant 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, or a white such as Verdelho with delicious aromas of pineapple, passionfruit and honey dew melon. For something different, try a Strawberry or Chocolate Pyjama Vino to enjoy after dinner with coffee, served over ice cream or used as a nightcap.
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Crooked River Wines - Winery - Cellar Door - Restaurant - Wedding Venue
11 Willowvale RdEstablished in 1998, Crooked River Wines is a destination unto itself, situated in a picturesque valley in Gerringong, 20 minutes from here. This family owned and operated winery sits on volcanic alluvial soil between mountains and the sea, offering wedding and function facilities with panoramic views via their onsite restaurant Oak Room Eleven. Book in for a wine tasting to try best sellers Crooked Rivers’ Foxground Cabernet Shiraz with a palate of blackberries, blood plums and hints of spice; the delicate but vibrant 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, or a white such as Verdelho with delicious aromas of pineapple, passionfruit and honey dew melon. For something different, try a Strawberry or Chocolate Pyjama Vino to enjoy after dinner with coffee, served over ice cream or used as a nightcap.
An award winning pie shop in the heart of the Southern Highlands.
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Robertson Pie Shop
4400 Illawarra HwyAn award winning pie shop in the heart of the Southern Highlands.
The place to stop and grab a hot donut while you're travelling through exploring the area.
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Berry Donut Van
73 Queen StThe place to stop and grab a hot donut while you're travelling through exploring the area.
The winner of the 2018 Best Cellar Door Award for Best Small Cellar Door, Two Figs Winery is another excellent location for the wine connoisseurs among us. It can be found about 12km from Berry, again around fifty minutes from Wollongong, but also accessible by train and bus.
This boutique cellar door and working winery specialise in soft, approachable fruit-driven wines. The vineyard was planted in 2003 and has since produced its own range of chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, chambourcin and verdelho. While indulging in a wine tasting experience you can take in the magnificent 360-degree views of the surrounding Shoalhaven.
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Two Figs Winery
905 Bolong RdThe winner of the 2018 Best Cellar Door Award for Best Small Cellar Door, Two Figs Winery is another excellent location for the wine connoisseurs among us. It can be found about 12km from Berry, again around fifty minutes from Wollongong, but also accessible by train and bus.
This boutique cellar door and working winery specialise in soft, approachable fruit-driven wines. The vineyard was planted in 2003 and has since produced its own range of chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, chambourcin and verdelho. While indulging in a wine tasting experience you can take in the magnificent 360-degree views of the surrounding Shoalhaven.
Located in Shellharbour’s City Centre, Central Hotel overlooks beautiful Lake Illawarra offering two levels of modern dining and entertainment.
Whatever brings you through the doors; a thirst for a great beer, a relaxed dinner with your loved ones, watching footy with the boys, your favourite live act, a milestone celebration or a serendipitous drop in, they want you to feel welcome, to relax and have fun in good company!
Choose your dining experience in the The Bistro, your classic pub style restaurant.
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Central Hotel Shellharbour
3 Memorial DrLocated in Shellharbour’s City Centre, Central Hotel overlooks beautiful Lake Illawarra offering two levels of modern dining and entertainment.
Whatever brings you through the doors; a thirst for a great beer, a relaxed dinner with your loved ones, watching footy with the boys, your favourite live act, a milestone celebration or a serendipitous drop in, they want you to feel welcome, to relax and have fun in good company!
Choose your dining experience in the The Bistro, your classic pub style restaurant.
Sightseeing
If there has been one defining event in the recent history of HARS, it has been the arrival of our Boeing 747-438 aircraft, OJA, “The City of Canberra”. This aircraft means so much to many of our members who maintained and operated it during its life in Qantas. We have also seen our collection of both airworthy and static aircraft increase at a seemingly amazing pace. Every year there is something new to see, and HARS is truly a solid destination on the World map of aviation “places to see”.
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Societatea de Restaurare a Aeronavelor Istorice
54 Airport RdIf there has been one defining event in the recent history of HARS, it has been the arrival of our Boeing 747-438 aircraft, OJA, “The City of Canberra”. This aircraft means so much to many of our members who maintained and operated it during its life in Qantas. We have also seen our collection of both airworthy and static aircraft increase at a seemingly amazing pace. Every year there is something new to see, and HARS is truly a solid destination on the World map of aviation “places to see”.
Killalea Reserve is a spectacular tract of coastal land that has been dedicated as a public recreation reserve available for surfing, fishing, picnics, bushwalking and camping.
Killalea has two favourite surf beaches, Killalea Beach or 'The Farm' as known by the locals and Minnamurra Beach as 'Mystics'. The word Minnamurra means many fish in the local Aboriginal language. In 2009 Killalea Reserve was named a National Surfing Reserve with the vision of saving this unique surf break for future generations.
The Farm is quite unique as it faces south east and and has a point break that has fairly consistent surf. Surfing lessons are available from here. Contact the Shellharbour Visitors Centre for information.
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Killalea Beach
Killalea Reserve is a spectacular tract of coastal land that has been dedicated as a public recreation reserve available for surfing, fishing, picnics, bushwalking and camping.
Killalea has two favourite surf beaches, Killalea Beach or 'The Farm' as known by the locals and Minnamurra Beach as 'Mystics'. The word Minnamurra means many fish in the local Aboriginal language. In 2009 Killalea Reserve was named a National Surfing Reserve with the vision of saving this unique surf break for future generations.
The Farm is quite unique as it faces south east and and has a point break that has fairly consistent surf. Surfing lessons are available from here. Contact the Shellharbour Visitors Centre for information.
Awesome views from the suspended walkways and the tower. Lots of fun, with 2 bridges and 3 ziplines.
https://www.illawarrafly.com.au/
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Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures
182 Knights Hill RdAwesome views from the suspended walkways and the tower. Lots of fun, with 2 bridges and 3 ziplines.
https://www.illawarrafly.com.au/
Every so often, nature likes to show off, and Kiama Blowhole is the perfect place to see it.
Kiama's famous Blowhole is the largest in the world, and when the swell is running from the south-east, you're in for a treat. The 2.5 metres opening in the rock face has had its plumes of water recorded at heights of over 30 metres!
With multiple accessible viewing platforms, the blowhole can be seen from multiple vantage points - be sure to check out the most eastern point to take in the full height of the rock formation.
This landmark has attracted people to the region for over 100 years, and the first sightings were recorded by George Bass when he anchored his whale boat in the sheltered bay, now known as Kiama harbour, in December 1797. It is now estimated to attract 900,000 visitors each year.
Only a short distance from the town centre and railway station, the Kiama blowhole has picnic and parking areas, with a rock pool nearby. Public toilets are always open, and Diggies Cafe is located next to the Visitor Information Centre.
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Kiama Blowhole
Every so often, nature likes to show off, and Kiama Blowhole is the perfect place to see it.
Kiama's famous Blowhole is the largest in the world, and when the swell is running from the south-east, you're in for a treat. The 2.5 metres opening in the rock face has had its plumes of water recorded at heights of over 30 metres!
With multiple accessible viewing platforms, the blowhole can be seen from multiple vantage points - be sure to check out the most eastern point to take in the full height of the rock formation.
This landmark has attracted people to the region for over 100 years, and the first sightings were recorded by George Bass when he anchored his whale boat in the sheltered bay, now known as Kiama harbour, in December 1797. It is now estimated to attract 900,000 visitors each year.
Only a short distance from the town centre and railway station, the Kiama blowhole has picnic and parking areas, with a rock pool nearby. Public toilets are always open, and Diggies Cafe is located next to the Visitor Information Centre.
Wander the network of elevated walkways through the rare remnant rainforest that once reached throughout the Illawarra. Feel your senses awakening as you listen to the birds, feel the spray of the waterfalls and spot rainforest residents – perhaps the superb lyrebird, eastern water dragon or swamp wallaby.
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Centrul Minnamurra Rainforest
345 Minnamurra Falls RdWander the network of elevated walkways through the rare remnant rainforest that once reached throughout the Illawarra. Feel your senses awakening as you listen to the birds, feel the spray of the waterfalls and spot rainforest residents – perhaps the superb lyrebird, eastern water dragon or swamp wallaby.
The emerald green Illawarra Escarpment is a magnificent backdrop. To see the escarpment rainforest up close and spot or hear lyrebirds, amble along the easy Cascades walk in the Macquarie Pass National Park near Albion Park. For a more challenging walk, take the Clover Hill trail which follows an old logging route to the top of the Rainbow Falls.
In the enchanting Blackbutt Forest Reserve walking tracks meander through the eucalypts in natural bushland, and there are picnic areas and gas barbecues should you wish to have lunch accompanied by birdsong.
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Macquarie Pass National Park
Illawarra HighwayThe emerald green Illawarra Escarpment is a magnificent backdrop. To see the escarpment rainforest up close and spot or hear lyrebirds, amble along the easy Cascades walk in the Macquarie Pass National Park near Albion Park. For a more challenging walk, take the Clover Hill trail which follows an old logging route to the top of the Rainbow Falls.
In the enchanting Blackbutt Forest Reserve walking tracks meander through the eucalypts in natural bushland, and there are picnic areas and gas barbecues should you wish to have lunch accompanied by birdsong.
The Heritage-listed Bass Point Reserve features 72 hectares of spectacular coast surrounded by aquatic habitats teeming with marine life. Divers and snorkellers might see weedy sea dragons, eastern blue devils, blue gropers, bull stingrays and giant cuttlefish. There may even be a grey nurse shark or two.
It is not just fish you can see with six shipwrecks off the coast, the first dating back to 1879. There is even a World War II oil tanker in the depths. The SS Cities Service Boston ran aground here in 1943 and some of its engine and boilers can still be seen on the sea floor.
At the eastern end of Bass Point there is another astounding location – Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve. This small sheltered bay boasts undersea cliffs shaped like an amphitheatre providing hundreds of small crevices that house sea urchins, crabs, anemones and sponges. The pretty seagrass beds and kelp-covered rocky reefs are a nursery for various fish species and a seasonal home for several tropical fish species.
Shellharbour Scuba Centre
41 Addison StThe Heritage-listed Bass Point Reserve features 72 hectares of spectacular coast surrounded by aquatic habitats teeming with marine life. Divers and snorkellers might see weedy sea dragons, eastern blue devils, blue gropers, bull stingrays and giant cuttlefish. There may even be a grey nurse shark or two.
It is not just fish you can see with six shipwrecks off the coast, the first dating back to 1879. There is even a World War II oil tanker in the depths. The SS Cities Service Boston ran aground here in 1943 and some of its engine and boilers can still be seen on the sea floor.
At the eastern end of Bass Point there is another astounding location – Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve. This small sheltered bay boasts undersea cliffs shaped like an amphitheatre providing hundreds of small crevices that house sea urchins, crabs, anemones and sponges. The pretty seagrass beds and kelp-covered rocky reefs are a nursery for various fish species and a seasonal home for several tropical fish species.
HOME DESTINATIONS SOUTH COAST KIAMA AREA JAMBEROO ATTRACTIONS
Carrington Falls
Overview
Located in the Budderoo National Park, the spectacular Carrington Falls drop over 50 metres down into the Kangaroo River.
Surrounded by a range of well developed walking trails with access to several lookouts, the waterfall can be viewed from a variety of vantage points including an accessible track.
Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the array of native flora and fauna throughout the National Park, including wildflowers and birdlife.
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Carrington Falls picnic area
Lookout TrackHOME DESTINATIONS SOUTH COAST KIAMA AREA JAMBEROO ATTRACTIONS
Carrington Falls
Overview
Located in the Budderoo National Park, the spectacular Carrington Falls drop over 50 metres down into the Kangaroo River.
Surrounded by a range of well developed walking trails with access to several lookouts, the waterfall can be viewed from a variety of vantage points including an accessible track.
Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the array of native flora and fauna throughout the National Park, including wildflowers and birdlife.
Lake Illawarra is located between the Illawarra escarpment and the Pacific Ocean on the NSW South Coast some 90 kilometres south of Sydney. Water flowing into it is both fresh (from the escarpment) and salty (from ocean tides).
The Lake is approximately 9.5 kilometres long and 5.5 kilometres wide, with an area of 33 square kilometres and a maximum depth of 3.7 metres. 13 boat ramps surround the lake and is a popular recreational location. The lake is a popular spot for fishing, prawning, and all water sports.
You can arrange to hire a boat or book into a Stand-Up Paddle day on the lake whilst watching the sunrise. Walk or cycle the Lake Illawarra Art Trail and explore the local history, Aboriginal heritage, flora and fauna.
Reddall Reserve on the foreshore of Lake Illawarra is a popular spot for picnics with its new Ninja children's playground, picnic shelters, gas barbecues, toilet facilities and kiosk.
The lake is very popular for bird lovers. Lake Illawarra is a home, a nesting site and a food source for many birds.
Download the free touring app "Tread Shellharbour" on your Apple or Android device.
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Lake Illawarra
Lake Illawarra is located between the Illawarra escarpment and the Pacific Ocean on the NSW South Coast some 90 kilometres south of Sydney. Water flowing into it is both fresh (from the escarpment) and salty (from ocean tides).
The Lake is approximately 9.5 kilometres long and 5.5 kilometres wide, with an area of 33 square kilometres and a maximum depth of 3.7 metres. 13 boat ramps surround the lake and is a popular recreational location. The lake is a popular spot for fishing, prawning, and all water sports.
You can arrange to hire a boat or book into a Stand-Up Paddle day on the lake whilst watching the sunrise. Walk or cycle the Lake Illawarra Art Trail and explore the local history, Aboriginal heritage, flora and fauna.
Reddall Reserve on the foreshore of Lake Illawarra is a popular spot for picnics with its new Ninja children's playground, picnic shelters, gas barbecues, toilet facilities and kiosk.
The lake is very popular for bird lovers. Lake Illawarra is a home, a nesting site and a food source for many birds.
Download the free touring app "Tread Shellharbour" on your Apple or Android device.
Want to take a tour of the Steelworks?
Public tours of the Port Kembla Steelworks are available most Friday and Saturday mornings, commencing at the Inside Industry Visitor Centre at 9:30am and returning around 12:00 midday.
Bookings are essential by email or phone (02) 4275 7023.
To ensure your safety the following conditions apply:
Minimum age 10 years
All visitors must wear suitable clothing - long trousers or slacks and flat heeled fully enclosed shoes
Photography is not permitted whilst inside the Steelworks
Due to staircase access, the tour may not be suitable for people with mobility problems.
Smoking and the carrying of cigarette lighters is not permitted
Visitors with a heart pacemaker device may be restricted from certain areas
You can find the Visitor Centre at the BlueScope Steel Northgate Entrance, Springhill Road, Coniston. The entrance displays a large Australian flag and BlueScope Steel flag.
Bluescope Steel
1 Five Islands RdWant to take a tour of the Steelworks?
Public tours of the Port Kembla Steelworks are available most Friday and Saturday mornings, commencing at the Inside Industry Visitor Centre at 9:30am and returning around 12:00 midday.
Bookings are essential by email or phone (02) 4275 7023.
To ensure your safety the following conditions apply:
Minimum age 10 years
All visitors must wear suitable clothing - long trousers or slacks and flat heeled fully enclosed shoes
Photography is not permitted whilst inside the Steelworks
Due to staircase access, the tour may not be suitable for people with mobility problems.
Smoking and the carrying of cigarette lighters is not permitted
Visitors with a heart pacemaker device may be restricted from certain areas
You can find the Visitor Centre at the BlueScope Steel Northgate Entrance, Springhill Road, Coniston. The entrance displays a large Australian flag and BlueScope Steel flag.
Entertainment
NSW’s largest family owned and operated water theme park, offering world class rides and attractions in an impeccably maintained, natural setting between the mountains and the sea. There’s something for everyone at Jamberoo…where you control the action.
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Jamberoo Action Park
1215 Jamberoo RdNSW’s largest family owned and operated water theme park, offering world class rides and attractions in an impeccably maintained, natural setting between the mountains and the sea. There’s something for everyone at Jamberoo…where you control the action.
Happy Ranch Horses
90 Yallah RdA safe, fun place to learn to ride a horse!
If you are in the mood to catch the latest blockbuster, the cinema is close by
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Greater Union Cinemas Shellharbour
4 Memorial DrIf you are in the mood to catch the latest blockbuster, the cinema is close by
Science Space is the only dedicated, immersive science experience in New South Wales where anyone, young and old, can come and see how science and technology discoveries have become reality.
Founded on the principles of education, hands-on learning and accessibility to all, Science Space boasts over 90 interactive exhibits, Live Science Shows, Workshops and NSW’s most digitally advanced Planetarium.
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Science Space
60 Squires WayScience Space is the only dedicated, immersive science experience in New South Wales where anyone, young and old, can come and see how science and technology discoveries have become reality.
Founded on the principles of education, hands-on learning and accessibility to all, Science Space boasts over 90 interactive exhibits, Live Science Shows, Workshops and NSW’s most digitally advanced Planetarium.
Symbio Wildlife Park is a family owned and operated zoo which is located on the Southern outskirts of Sydney in the the suburb of Helensburgh. Conveniently positioned on the top of the Illawarra escarpment, we are just minutes away from Stanwell Park Beach, the world renowned Royal National Park, Sea Cliff Bridge and also Bald Hill Lookout where you can take in majestic 180 degree views of the pacific ocean.
Nestled on 16 picturesque acres of manicured gardens, Symbio is home to all your Australian animal favourites as well as a large range of amazing exotic animals, which include cheetahs, ring-tailed lemurs, red pandas, meerkats, small monkeys and many more.
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Symbio Wildlife Park
11 Lawrence Hargrave DrSymbio Wildlife Park is a family owned and operated zoo which is located on the Southern outskirts of Sydney in the the suburb of Helensburgh. Conveniently positioned on the top of the Illawarra escarpment, we are just minutes away from Stanwell Park Beach, the world renowned Royal National Park, Sea Cliff Bridge and also Bald Hill Lookout where you can take in majestic 180 degree views of the pacific ocean.
Nestled on 16 picturesque acres of manicured gardens, Symbio is home to all your Australian animal favourites as well as a large range of amazing exotic animals, which include cheetahs, ring-tailed lemurs, red pandas, meerkats, small monkeys and many more.
City/town information
The spectacular coastal scenery is alluring, and the array of things to do is vast, including surfing, golfing, rainforest walks, fishing, boating, scuba diving or simply relaxing with a book on the beach.
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Shellharbour
The spectacular coastal scenery is alluring, and the array of things to do is vast, including surfing, golfing, rainforest walks, fishing, boating, scuba diving or simply relaxing with a book on the beach.
Warilla is a suburb of Shellharbour City. It is a coastal suburb with a great beach for swimming and surfing. The beach stretches from Elliot Lake to the entrance of Lake Illawarra and out to Windang Island.
Fishing is popular on this long stretch of beach. The cycleways also provide a great place for the kids to rides their bikes or go you can go for a stroll along the beautiful coastline. Barbecue facilities are available, making this an ideal location for picnic outings with friends and family.
At the northern end of Warilla beach you can access Windang Island. The island creates some unique scenery and you can find old railway relics around the base of the island.
Find out the interesting history of Windang Island with a virtual tour. Download the "Tread Shellharbour" App and follow the guided tour.
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Warilla
Warilla is a suburb of Shellharbour City. It is a coastal suburb with a great beach for swimming and surfing. The beach stretches from Elliot Lake to the entrance of Lake Illawarra and out to Windang Island.
Fishing is popular on this long stretch of beach. The cycleways also provide a great place for the kids to rides their bikes or go you can go for a stroll along the beautiful coastline. Barbecue facilities are available, making this an ideal location for picnic outings with friends and family.
At the northern end of Warilla beach you can access Windang Island. The island creates some unique scenery and you can find old railway relics around the base of the island.
Find out the interesting history of Windang Island with a virtual tour. Download the "Tread Shellharbour" App and follow the guided tour.
Shopping
All the pleasures and delights to fulfil your retail therapy sessions.
Stockland Shellharbour has serviced the local community since 1982 and is located 20 kilometres south of the Wollongong Central Business District.
Stockland Shellharbour includes Myer, Kmart, Target, Coles, Woolworths, 16 mini-majors and more than 220 specialty stores to meet your everyday needs.
The centre boasts a redeveloped alfresco dining precinct with 10 casual dining tenancies including Hong Kong Chef as the newest addition, and an adjacent free-standing Greater Union theatre complex. The centre also includes two play areas and five-star parents facilities.
Stockland Shellharbour offers over 3,000 car parking spaces, with over 1,200 of these undercover and is conveniently located on Lake Entrance Road in Shellharbour City Centre, approximately 20 kilometres south of the Wollongong CBD. The Centre is easily accessible by bus or taxi.
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Stockland Shellharbour Shopping Centre
211 Lake Entrance RdAll the pleasures and delights to fulfil your retail therapy sessions.
Stockland Shellharbour has serviced the local community since 1982 and is located 20 kilometres south of the Wollongong Central Business District.
Stockland Shellharbour includes Myer, Kmart, Target, Coles, Woolworths, 16 mini-majors and more than 220 specialty stores to meet your everyday needs.
The centre boasts a redeveloped alfresco dining precinct with 10 casual dining tenancies including Hong Kong Chef as the newest addition, and an adjacent free-standing Greater Union theatre complex. The centre also includes two play areas and five-star parents facilities.
Stockland Shellharbour offers over 3,000 car parking spaces, with over 1,200 of these undercover and is conveniently located on Lake Entrance Road in Shellharbour City Centre, approximately 20 kilometres south of the Wollongong CBD. The Centre is easily accessible by bus or taxi.
Beauty & Wellbeing
Harlow Day Spa is a tranquil escape from our busy lives. We cater for those who have a love of pampering and for the every day essential treatments that we all know and love. Allow our beauty experts to take you on a journey of blissful indulgence with an array of our Medik8 products, We focus on skin and have a wide range of medical grade facials and relaxing services. Come and escape from everyday life and indulge yourself with the Harlow Day Spa experience.
Harlow Day Spa is a tranquil escape from our busy lives. We cater for those who have a love of pampering and for the every day essential treatments that we all know and love. Allow our beauty experts to take you on a journey of blissful indulgence with an array of our Medik8 products, We focus on skin and have a wide range of medical grade facials and relaxing services
Harlow Day Spa
18 Addison StHarlow Day Spa is a tranquil escape from our busy lives. We cater for those who have a love of pampering and for the every day essential treatments that we all know and love. Allow our beauty experts to take you on a journey of blissful indulgence with an array of our Medik8 products, We focus on skin and have a wide range of medical grade facials and relaxing services
Health & Emergency
The hospital is a busy acute care facility which provides emergency services, elective surgical services, general medical, antenatal and primary family health care, satellite renal dialysis and adolescent and adult mental health services on site. It is an accredited health care facility with the Australian Council on Health Care Standards (ACHS) and is recognised as providing a high standard of care to the community.
Shellharbour Hospital
15-17 Madigan BlvdThe hospital is a busy acute care facility which provides emergency services, elective surgical services, general medical, antenatal and primary family health care, satellite renal dialysis and adolescent and adult mental health services on site. It is an accredited health care facility with the Australian Council on Health Care Standards (ACHS) and is recognised as providing a high standard of care to the community.