Nowra

Nowra is 170 kilometres south of Sydney, New South Wales. It is a twin town with Bomaderry and is part of the City of Shoal Haven.

The town is located by the Shoalhaven River and is largely a farming town that has a big dairy industry.

Nowra has a mild climate with an average minimum temperature of 8.5 degrees Celsius and an average maximum of 25.2 degrees.

Nowra Shoalhaven River

Some of Nowra's great attractions include Bundanon and the Shoalhaven River.

Bundanon is the property of the artist, Arthur Boyd, is located right by the pretty Shoalhaven River and is marvelled by locals and tourists alike for its natural beauty.

Shoalhaven River travels through Nowra and meets the ocean at Shoalhaven Heads.

When you're in Nowra, make the most of Shoalhaven River and join a river cruise or go fishing. You also have the opportunity to admire the historic Nowra Bridge.

Nowra arts and culture

Nowra is a great place to enjoy art and history.

Visit the Australian Naval Aviation Museum in Nowra and see the great architecture, gain insight into Nowra's history at Meroogal House and take a peek at Nowra art at Arts Desire.

Norwa Animal Park

The whole family will love the animals at Nowra Animal Park as well as the Nowra Wildlife Park.

The largest native animal park on the South Coast of New South Wales is filled with 16 acres of bush and many species of birds and mammals.

South Coast region

Before you leave Nowra, you can explore popular nearby towns on the South Coast such as Jervis Bay, Huskisson, Shoalhaven Heads, Berry and Kangaroo Valley.