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Narooma - Cities, Towns and Localities |
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Lovely
resort town sited abreast the Wagonga inlet 350 km south of
Sydney. Ideal for families getting away to do that spot of
game fishing, feast on the fat local oysters and generally
take it steady for a while. The area was originally inhabited by
the Wandandian Aborigines, who were made to give way to the new settlers who
wanted more land for their cattle runs in the 1840's. The area's main industries
these days are oysters, fishing, big game fishing tours and tourism.
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Montague
Island lies just
of the coast from Narooma declared a wildlife sanctuary in
1953, the island is home to many seals and fairy penguins,
guided tours of the island and its lighthouse are available
from Narooma. Narooma is home to one of the
more unusual movie houses in Australia the Narooma Kinema.
The movies are displayed on the screen using a Kinematograph
instead of a projector. The technology never really took off
however this wonderful old art deco theatre manages to
survive intact to this day. Check out our listing of Narooma
accommodation. As well as our listed travel guide info, for more
attractions, tours and other information contact the local tourism visitor
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Montague Island
• Montague Island was originally a fertile hunting ground for the
local Aboriginal people and the island contains a number of
Aboriginal sites. With the appearance of white settlement, huge
numbers of seals were commercially harvested during the early part
of this century.
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 Narooma
Lighthouse Museum and Visitor Centre
• Address above
• The light source for
the Montague Island Lighthouse beacon was converted from oil to kerosene, and
then to electricity in 1969. The mechanism was completely removed in 1986, and
replaced by a battery of solar powered quartz halogen lamps. The original light
mechanism packed, prism by prism in individual cases surrounded by expanding
foam sprayed in to protect the contents. It was then stored in Sydney pending a
decision on its final destination.In October, 1986, the Narooma Apex Club
wrote to the Department of Transport and Communications asking that the original
light be returned to Narooma to be placed on permanent display in the town. This
was agreed to, provided the light could be housed in a acceptable manner. In
consultation with Eurobodalla Shire Council, an extension was built and
accessible thorough the Narooma Visitors' Centre to house the light.
Drop in and visit the centre, where there is a collection of items on
display, as well as historical information about the lighthouse.
Source: Lighthouses of Australia -
The Narooma Lighthouse Museum
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Umbarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Tours
• Bermagui Rd, FMB WALLAGA
LAKE NSW 2546
• Ph: 02 4473 7232 • Ph: 02 4473 7062 • Fax: 02 4473 7169 •
• See
historical photographs of the Aboriginal reserve at Wallaga
Lake and the extensive documentation on the local Yuin
peoples fight for the protection of their sacred sites.
There is also a workshop viewing area where you can watch
Aboriginal spears and boomerangs being made. Hands-on
activities include spear throwing, bark hut building,
painting with ochres and boomerang throwing.
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Whale Watching and Dolphin
Watching
• The whale watching season starts in September through to November
and visitors can witness the annual migration south of the Humpback Whales.
Other whales seen sighted include Southern Right Whale, Fin Whale, Bryde’s
Whale, Blue Whales, Sei Whales and Killer Whales. Dolphins are also sighted in
the region.
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• New South Wales Events |
Great Southern Blues and
Rockabilly Festival
• The festival has now moved from NAROOMA to
BATEMANS BAY NSW • Ph: 02 4476 2550 •
• October Labour Day Long Weekend
• Annual music festival event held
over 3 days of hot rhythms and cool blues, market and craft stalls and food
fair. A fantastic blend of international, national and local artists performing
over the weekend on the multi stage, with performances of some of the greatest
blues and roots music artists from around the world. Check website for
accommodation and camping facilities.
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NSW Tours •
Outback • Eco •
Adventure • National Tours |
Montague Island Tours
• Narooma Town Wharf, Blue Water Drv • Narooma
Visitors Centres (Bookings)
• Ph: 02 4476 2881 (Narooma Visitors Centre) • Freecall: 1800 240 003
• World class tours through a landscape
teeming with wildlife and steeped in history. Explore the natural and historical
heritage of this unique environment with your guide. Morning and evening tours,
subject to minimum numbers and sea and weather conditions. Between mid September
to mid November, there are usually combined Whale Watch Tours, as this is also
the peak period for visiting the island. A proportion of the cost is used to
fund projects on the island. Access to Montague Island Nature Reserve is
currently provided by
Narooma Charters
from Narooma's Town Wharf.
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Charters
• PO Box 265, NAROOMA NSW 2546 • Ph: 02 4476 2240 •
• Fishing, tours, dive, whale watching
and more.
Montague Island Nature & Wildlife Tours.
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Umbarra
Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Tours
• Bermagui Rd, FMB WALLAGA LAKE NSW
2546
• Ph: 02 4473 7232 • Ph: 02 4473 7062 • Fax: 02 4473 7169 •
• Tours of the area's cultural sites are available by contacting
the Umbarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
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Distance to Narooma
• Following are some approximate distances by
road to Narooma:
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Distances given are only approximation, they should be verified with the appropriate
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Eurobodalla Shire Council
• Vulcan St, MORUYA NS 2537 • Ph: 02 4474 1000
• Includes tourism and community
information.
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Eurobodalla Coast
Tourism
• Eurobodalla Shire Council • Freecall: 1800 802 528 (within Australia) •
• Tourism site for the Eurobodalla
region including Batemans Bay, Moruya and Narooma.
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