Category: Attractions and Adventure
Puckeys Estate Nature Reserve, nestled beside Fairy Meadow Beach, is a beautiful walk and place to visit in Wollongong. This What’s on in Wollongong insider guide covers all you need to know about visiting and walking Puckeys Estate. From how to get there, bushwalks and best activities for kids and families. Puckeys Estate is a […]
Famously known as the race that stops the nation, the Melbourne Cup (Tuesday 5 November, 2024) is almost upon us and Wollongong’s finest establishments, restaurants and functions centres are not holding back. Find the best Melbourne Cup event packages and race day experiences Illawarra-wide. You’ll experience the full glitz, glamour and sophistication that only the […]
The MS Gong Ride is back on Sunday 3 November 2024! If you want to ride, be involved and enjoy this amazing Sydney to Wollongong Bike Ride event, read on. Since 1981, this iconic ride to fight MS, has inspired an incredible community of Wollongong and Sydney locals. Here’s how you join the ride to […]
Wollongong and its surrounding Illawarra region are a treasure trove of attractions, sites and experiences. If you’re wondering how to spend a day or a weekend in Wollongong, look no further for inspiration! Written by a born and bred ‘Gong local, this guide lists the very best things to do in Wollongong and the Illawarra. […]
Dive into Wollongong’s best waterfalls! What’s On in Wollongong‘s waterfall walks around Wollongong & the Illawarra, plus bushwalks with natural swimming holes. These are some of the loveliest bushland and coastal walks for all ages and fitness levels – its just a bonus that there is a swim waiting for you at the end! Even […]
Bald Hill lookout is one of Illawarra’s top attractions and best lookouts over Wollongong. Visiting Bald Hill is loved by tourists and locals. Perfect for a a day trip, for a catch up, a lunch or a spot of whale / dolphin watching. This What’s on in Wollongong insider guide covers all you need to […]
Want to find your tribe in Wollongong? Looking for ways to meet people in the Illawarra? Whether it’s to find friends or ways to date locally, What’s on in Wollongong has got you covered! Including social sports, to group meet-ups, to singles events. Who needs app’ or more mindless social scrolling? Meet real people in […]
Picnic locations with ocean views across Wollongong & the Illawarra, what way to enjoy the South Coast of NSW. The native wildflowers are out, the sun is warm and prime picnickin’ season is upon us! Ah, the humble picnic, what is more nourishing than a slow day lazing in the grass together, soaking up some […]
9 Breathtaking Proposal Locations & Ideas on the South Coast of NSW. Planning a marriage proposal? Congratulations! Let What’s On in Wollongong set the scene for some stunning, sweet, romantic locations and ways to get engaged. Create magical ‘Marry Me’ engagement romance and experiences in the Illawarra. With our tree-lined mountains sliding into stunning beaches, […]
Want the best Bucks Party ideas for 2024 across Wollongong, Illawarra and South Coast NSW? We have some awesome fun, activities and adventures for you! Plan the ultimate celebration day or night with these top-ranking party ideas. The Best Man plans the best parties – so here is your ultimate list of Bucks Party options. […]