Wollongong 

One of New South Wales' biggest cities, Wollongong has prospered in its time, but managed to keep its mellow sensibility. Wollongong is located just 1.5 hours south of Sydney. The entrance to City of Wollongong will be an experience you won’t forget, whether by car, bus or train the descent from the top of the escarpment to the sparkling coastline is an inviting welcome.

The city lifestyle and recreational activities are enhanced by the unique combination of the mountains and sea, creating the city’s beautiful natural environment.

Wollongong Harbour can make for either an intimate afternoon or a family-oriented day and a stroll through the Botanic gardens is hugely enjoyable. It’s a short distance to beaches at neighbouring suburbs, including Stanwell Park, Coledale, and Sandon Point at Thirroul.

It stands by example as a fine place to springboard into the rest of the New South Wales' South Coast pleasures. Australian history buffs will definitely want to discover facts about Wollongong's major foundation in coalmining.