Where:

Austinmer

New South Wales, Australia

Last Visited:

regular trips 1998 -, Rob and Clare

What:

Austinmer is located approximately 16km north of Wollongong along the Princes Highway, and a similar distance south of Stanwell Park and Helensburgh

Highlights:

• Beach: the sandy beach is located between two rocky headlands, framed by majestic Norfolk pines
• Bush Walking: the Illawarra Escarpment located behind the town is criss-crossed with walking tracks that snake to the top wher eyou can get stunning views from Bulli Lookout and Sublime Point.
  

Eating, Drinking, and Sleeping:

Other things you should know about:

• Originally this area was called Sidmouth. The name Austinmer came into official being in 1895.

More information:

• nearby sea-side town of Stanwell Park