Illawarra

How would you define your region?

Illawarra NSW

We are situated South of Sydney along the coast..

The region stretches from Otford in the North to Berry to the south, Madden plains in the west.


What is your region famous for?

Nestled between the Mountains and the sea

Landmarks:

Illawarra is famous for Lighthouses in Wollongong, and Kiama.

We have an amazing Sea cliff drive 

Port Kembla Blue scope steel works.

Many fabulous beaches.

Macquarie Pass national Parks

Kiama Blow Hole

Nian Tien Temple

Who could forget Jamberoo Action Park, Where you control the action

Minnamurra Rainforest

Illawarra Fly

Some Famous people form the Illawarra:

Mick Cronin (NRL)

Sally Fitzgibbon (Surfing)

Brett Lee (Cricket)

Rod Whishart (NRL)

Anthony Warlow (Arts and Media)


Sporting teams, St George Illawarra Dragons NRL

Illawarra Hawks Basketball

What specific challenges do you wish to assist and support with in your region?

Community Connection.

What plans/events do you have that can support your region?

Coffee meet ups, Picnics, Community Walking groups Community gardens


Contacts for other local support groups in your region?

TAP  The Australia Project  Wollongong

Illawarra No passports Required

Headspace wollongong

lifeline Wollongong

Personal message from your Co-Ordinator/s

Chris and Louise are here to nurture and support others in this community, by facilitating group events, and with positive messages each day.

Illawarra Hoodys Heroes are encouraged to reach out if they need help and suggest activities.

We are all about connecting people and celebrating their lives.


If you want to reach out and introduce yourself, email us, we would love to hear from you!

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