The area known as Pine Ridge was proclaimed the Village of Boorooban on March 20, 1885. Boorooban is the home of the Headless Horseman. Channelled water and the introduction of rice in the early 1990s have been the major positive changes seen in the district over recent years. The pub, officially known as The Royal Mail Hotel remains the hub of social life on the Old Man Plain. Boorooban has two tennis courts, a grassed BBQ area and playground.
Residential suburb of Wagga Wagga
While summer is the choice season in Bega for water activities – as well as horseriding, bushwalking and other leisure sports – the weather at other times doesn’t preclude such fun, and in fact, opens more doors for your holiday. Bega is unique in Spring, when you have the opportunity to swim or check the possibility of skiing, such is its reasonable proximity from the Snowy Mountains. This makes the town an obviously popular destination in Winter, also for those keen for camping with its many areas to facilitate that night under the stars. And of course, Bega is home to the famous cheese.
Bomaderry is situated on the northern side of the Shoalhaven River, 4 km from Nowra and takes its name from the Aboriginal meaning “fighting ground” or “running water”. The township dates back to the late 1800’s when it was laid out by David Berry. Good infrastructure of local businesses sees this as a thriving township and it is the terminus of the south coast railway line with feeder bus services conveying passengers to other towns within the Shoalhaven Area and down the coast as far as Eden. Bomaderry Aquatic Centre, Shoalhaven City Lanes, and the indoor basketball stadium are popular venues offering family recreation and relaxation. Close by is North Nowra which follows the scenic Shoalhaven River from the Nowra Bridge along its banks. There are lovely well graded bushwalks here including The Grotto Walk, which overlooks the Nowra Golf Course and descends the escarpment to the riverbank below and Bomaderry Creek Walk which follows the line of the creek and offers either a short or long course. There are 4 motels in Bomaderry plus a caravan park with cabin accomodation as well as powered sites.
Situated in Murramarang National Park.
Mollymook is a seaside settlement dating back to the 1850s and named after the Mollymawk, a type of albatross. The main beach is sheltered and good for swimming and for surfers, a short drive north to Bannisters Point and Narrawallee Beach will offer excellent surf conditions. One of Mollymooks best natural features is the ‘Bogey Hole’, a large rock pool located on Mollymook Headland. The Hole is a tidal pool and an ideal location for families with young children. It offers safe snorkelling and is a great spot for a picnic day out. You can easily walk around the headland from the southern end of Mollymook Beach to the Bogey Hole and Collers Beach or drive to its car park via Mollymook’s Beachside Golf Course. Accommodation is available in B & B’s, Caravan Park, Motels & self contained holiday homes
Discover the South Coast… Dreaming of a leisurely drive stopping at historic fishing ports to sample local oysters and seafood, to swim from white sandy beaches and walk through national parks with stunning ocean views? The coast road between Sydney and Melbourne is just perfect for you if you aren’t in a hurry and have time to stop and explore, enjoy the beaches and turn off to discover little country towns inland. Places like Kiama, Bateman’s Bay, Eden, Ulladulla, Narooma, Bermagui and Tathra are some of the better known areas for seafood including lobsters, prawns and oysters and fishing is possible almost everywhere from the South Coast’s rocks and rivers, lakes, jetties, beaches as well as off-shore. Whale watching is available from Eden and many other ports and the waters of the South Coast are particularly rich in marine life. One of the many treasures of the area is little Montague Island, home to a colony of fairy penguins, fur seals and many varieties of sea birds. Historic towns to visit include Central Tilba and Cobargo and there are many museums and galleries up and down the coast including the Naval aviation Museum at Nowra and Arthur Boyd’s Bundanon with a stunning collection of paintings. Don’t forget that, as well as its delicious seafood, the South Coast is known for its fresh produce available in cafes and restaurants from Wollongong to Eden. Some of the tempting detours along the way include the country town of Berry, the beautiful Kangaroo Valley and Jervis Bay. For further information and bookings, go to www.coastbreak.com.au or call 1300 662 808.
Worrigee is situated south east of Nowra. Many new housing developements have opened up in the last few years. Things of interest in the area. The Shoalhaven Ex Servicemen’s Club and Golf Course (Worrigee Links) The Vineyard Golf Links. Nowra Golf Range & Putt Putt Centre Worrigee House Reception Centre Worrigee Equestrian Common Shoalhaven Memorial Gardens Lawn Cemetery & Crematorium There is a very good smaller shopping centre at East Nowra which borders Worrige Motel accommodation is available in Nowra. The closest caravan park is at South Nowra
Small residential community on the norther shores of Lake Eucumbene. An ideal place to base yourself for fishing and exploring northern Kosciuszko National Park
Come up for Air Driving through the Snowies is a cool thing to do in summer when you can leave the humidity of the coast behind and explore Australia’s highest region in comfort. Easily accessible in the summer months from the Hume Highway between Sydney and Melbourne, the Snowy Mountains and Kosciuszko National Park become a different kind of playground, transforming from snowscape to natural paradise with carpets of tiny, colourful alpine flowers. This is Australia’s only true alpine habitat with its own distinctive flora and fauna including pygmy possums and tiny corroboree frogs. In the absence of snow the area comes alive with exciting activities including white water rafting, kayaking and fishing in the rivers, streams and lakes such as the Snowy River while horse riding and bushwalking are available throughout the region. Drive or walk to some of the best lookout points for great views and photo opportunities and drop in at Cabramurra, Australia’s highest settlement, created for the building of the world famous Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme. Among the area’s many stunning natural features are Yarrangobilly Caves, a string of limestone caves and underground pools including a thermal pool. Other areas to explore on the drive include the NSW Southern Highlands, Canberra and historic Cooma and Albury- Wodonga west of the mountains.