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Aboriginal culture on the South Coast

Discover a connection to country.

Aboriginal history on the NSW South Coast dates back tens of thousands of years. This rich culture is still thriving today and can be sampled through everything from bush tucker tours – where you’ll learn about and sample native produce – to gallery visits, revealing the creative talents of the country’s traditional landowners. Whichever activity or adventure you choose, prepare to be humbled and inspired by stories of the world’s oldest civilisation.        

Nura Gunyu , Ulladulla

Guided tours

Three hours south of Sydney in Jervis Bay , family-owned Galamban offers everything from two-hour to full-day tours spotlighting Indigenous Dreamtime stories told around the campfire, cultural practices like weaving and bush foods found across the countryside. Further south in  Ulladulla , Budawang elder Noel Butler operates Nura Gunyu ,  an Aboriginal cultural organisation providing bush food and history walks, with plenty of personal stories along the way .

Ngaran Ngaran Culture Awareness , Narooma

On the far South Coast in Eden , you’ll find the Monaroo Bobberrer Keeping Place , where you can join an Aboriginal guide to learn about the region’s long history, while discovering how to throw a boomerang or spear. If you have more time on your hands, the town of Narooma is the starting point for a two-night Gulaga Creation Tour. Your hosts, Ngaran Ngaran Culture Awareness , lead you to explore Gulaga National Park, uncovering sites of sacred significance for the Yuin Aboriginal community.

Ngaran Ngaran Culture Awareness , Callala Bay - Credit: James Horan Photographer 

Galleries & museums

You only have to drive an hour south of Sydney to discover Indigenous art at the Wollongong Art Gallery . Since the 1950s it’s been home to an impressive collection of paintings and sculptures from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Further south in Nowra , the Shoalhaven Regional Gallery counts a cache of linocut prints from a variety of Aboriginal artists among its portfolio. In nearby Huskisson you can not only glimpse historic maritime artefacts and navigational and surveying instruments, but also learn about the region’s traditional custodians (the Dharawal and Dhurga people) at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum .

Jervis Bay Maritime Museum , Huskisson - Credit: Diana Lorentz

Self-guided experiences

Prefer to explore indigenous culture at your own pace? Begin your wanderings in Booderee National Park , on the southern edge of Jervis Bay Marine Park . Aside from crystal-clear water, powdery beaches and jagged sea cliff, this wilderness reserve hosts Australia’s only Aboriginal-owned botanic gardens. Stroll scenic trails, learn about bush tucker and medicinal plants, and hear stories from Indigenous rangers.

Keep driving south to Ulladulla where the distinctive carvings and paintings of artist Noel (of Nura Gunyu tours) unfold along the One Track for All . Journey on past Bawley Point  to discover the 2.2km  Murramarang Aboriginal Area walking track , which passes middens and other sites of cultural significance.

Kiama Coastal Walk , Kiama

F ollow in the footsteps of the Brinja-Yuin people on the  Bingi Dreaming Track , a 13.5km coastal walk that traces ancient Songlines in Eurobodalla National Park. Then i n Eden, take the self-guided interpretive Bundian Way Story Trail between Cocora Beach and Quarantine Bay. The 1.8km signposted trail leads through native bushland and over windswept headlands in Yuin Country to a ‘bunang ring’ (ceremonial performance place) featuring eight beautifully crafted stories. 

Bingi Dreaming Track , Eurobodalla National Park

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A unique experience with Dwayne 'Naja' Bannon-Harrison, lead guide at Ngaran Ngaran Cultural Awareness Tour, located at Tilba on the NSW South Coast.

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Indigenous experiences at holiday haven.

Connecting with local culture while visiting the Shoalhaven can be done in many ways – but none more so than getting ‘hands on’ and immersing yourself in a workshop or authentic experience. A new initiative that Holiday Haven Parks has been proud to roll out through the 2023/24 summer season has been onsite cultural workshops, provided by Gadhungal Marring . It has been a wonderful opportunity for visitors to learn more about the original inhabitants of these lands.

Who is Gadhungal Marring?

Translated as ‘saltwater people’, Gadhungal Marring is the collective name for a group of proud Dharrawal traditional custodians who provide indigenous cultural programs, tours, experiences and training to groups, businesses and holidaymakers!

Their goal is to provide a deep immersion into the culture – including a smoking ceremony, traditional dances and stories about the local region, as well as providing knowledge about plants and bush tucker. These cultural immersions are suitable for all ages.

“I wanted to learn more about the Language and Culture of the land … but knew I would have to bring my three year old son on the tour. I was worried he wouldn’t be able to sit through it and become disruptive. Well… the stories and dancing totally captivated my son – so much so that he listened and watched almost the whole time. Thank you – I’m so glad that we both got to experience it.” – Britt J (tour participant)

Why bring this to Holiday Haven?

At Holiday Haven, we know how privileged we are to enjoy some of the region’s very best locations alongside rivers, lakes and ocean in all 12 of our Parks which have deep significance to the traditional custodians of this land. Having heard positive feedback from past participants of the Gadhungal Marring workshops and reading reviews online we connected with them to find out more.  

We knew the workshops would be a great fit for our guests and set up workshops across the 12 parks over a month, giving us enough time to sample these great workshops:

• Hunting & Gathering
• Painting & Weaving
• Bush Tucker Yarn
• Artefacts Yarn

The cultural workshops are a fantastic opportunity for visitors and commjnity to gain deeper understanding and perspective about Aboriginal culture. What a better time to experience this while on holiday! 

The feedback we received from both staff and guests was outstanding! Our team appreciated the incredible stories and wisdom shared by Gadhungal Marring and know that our guests went home with great memories from participating. 

We are grateful for the initial connection to Gadhungal Marring through Shoalhaven Tourism, and we hope to offer more workshops with Gadhungal Marring in the near future. Stay tuned!

Other ways to experience culture 

There are many excellent tours and experiences across the region. These include Djiriba Waagura Cultural Tours in Nowra – walk trails along the Shoalhaven River, visiting significant Indigenous sites and participating in bush tucker knowledge and stories. 

At Wreck Bay in Booderee National Park, on the southern side of Jervis Bay, Aunty Julie Freeman from Galamban Extraordinary Aboriginal Experiences is known for her campfire yarns and workshops on tools, tucker and ancient technology. You can also join Paul McLeod (Jrumpinjinbah) to learn about traditional therapies.

Meanwhile, further south, you can indulge in a bush food and bush medicine walk with Elders Noel Butler and Nura Gunyu (Swan Country) in the Budawang Ranges. And at Ulladulla, organise a guided tour along Coomee Nulunga Track with a local Aboriginal guide. 

For more suggestions, check out our detailed post here . 

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Extraordinary Aboriginal Experiences

'galamban acknowledges our ancestors who have handed down through generations a wonderful diverse cultural heritage', galamban is a local indigenous family owned and run business specialising in aboriginal art and culture, dgila - nung.

Learn a south coast tradition. Weave with us using local materials used by our people over thousands of years with a focus for this 3hr workshop on fish and traditional baskets.

A great opportunity for kids from 5 years to understand traditional weaving techniques. Parents can join in to support their kids.

Book a place as numbers are limited

The workshop is free for kids and festival pass holders

Saturday 11th June - 11am to 2pm

Noonkanleek (belonging) History and life

Our Aboriginal community at Wreck Bay has a unique history with a special link to the Ellmoos family.

A true story of struggle and survival a testament to the strength of our ancient culture and it’s living traditions.

A great opportunity to sit on the banks of Sussex Inlet and build your understanding about our  local  aboriginal history.

Saturday 11th June 1 hr - 4-5pm

Free for all festival and kids zone pass holders

We acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of The Sussex Inlet Districts, the people of Dhurga country

Booderee Botanic Gardens

Top choice in South Coast NSW

Lichen-splashed rocks, big ferns and mossy paths make for an enriching ramble at these 80-hectare gardens off the road to Cave Beach. The gardens are owned by the Wreck Bay Aboriginal community; with advance notice, family-operated, Indigenous-owned Galamban can offer guided tours explaining the uses of various plants for food and medicine.

The gardens' closing time is between 5pm and 7pm from October to April; exact hours are posted on the gate.

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https://​www​.booderee​.gov​.au​​/

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The 21 BEST Things to Do in Jervis Bay, NSW [2024]

• Last Updated: January 12, 2024

No trip to the Shoalhaven is complete without checking out all these incredible things to do in Jervis Bay!

Jervis Bay is a stunning corner of New South Wales that, surprisingly, not many people outside of the state know about. 

You can get to Jervis Bay by driving 2.5-hour drive south of Sydney, and it is full of forest, rivers, campgrounds, villages, white sand beaches, and other great attractions. 

Hyams Beach, which is known to have some of the whitest sand in the world, is probably the most famous of the best Jervis Bay attractions.

But there are so many more incredible things to do in Jervis Bay in addition to strolling along the soft, gleaming white sand of Hyams Beach. 

From hiking trails and bush walks to charming little beach towns and restaurants, to some of the most gorgeous beaches you’ve ever seen, Jervis Bay has plenty of entertainment for travellers and locals alike. 

Despite how visually incredible the place is, it never feels too touristy or overcrowded (unless you’re here during school holidays of course).

It’s all too easy to find your own private patch of white sand beaches in Jervis Bay, or seek out an isolated swimming spot. 

And with the recent bushfires that devastated so much of this part of Australia, if you choose to visit you are directly contributing to the local community and helping rebuild what was lost for some many people, businesses and livelihoods.

So if you are looking for a gorgeous weekend getaway in Australia, Jervis Bay is the perfect place. 

READ MORE: Check out our Australia Travel Guide when planning your trip to Australia!

Table of Contents

1) Complete the White Sands Walk and see the Best Jervis Bay Beaches

2) relax on hyams beach, 3) grab a delicious beer at jervis bay brewing co, 4) go whale watching, 5) head out for some camping, 6) wander through huskisson, 7) check out the jervis bay maritime museum, 8) go stand up paddle boarding, 9) go kayaking, 10) visit booderee national park, 11) check out the booderee botanic gardens, 12) book a dolphin-sightseeing cruise, 13) hike to gosangs tunnel, 14) rent a bicycle, 15) venture to the point perpendicular lighthouse, 16) go snorkelling, 17) dive with seals or whales, 18) bird-watch, 19) stroll along the mangrove boardwalk, 20) learn about aboriginal culture in booderee national park, 21) watch the sunset , the best motel in jervis bay – jervis bay motel, best budget accommodation for couples – wildwood homestay, best mid-range hotel in jervis bay- the edgewater bed and breakfast, best luxury accommodation in jervis bay – by the sea on culburra beach on the beach, the absolute best in town – wandering woodfire oven, world famous fish n chips huskisson, the best things to do in jervis bay.

The activities in Jervis Bay, Australia, are mainly centred around two areas – Huskisson and Hyams Beach, which are in the centre of the bay,

From there, the land curves to create an upper peninsula, where you’ll find Currarong, and a lower peninsula, where you’ll find Booderee National Park. 

Within these three general areas, there are lots of opportunities for fun, relaxation, and adventure. 

So here is our list of the best things to do in Jervis Bay!

No list of the best Jervis Bay attractions would be complete without the White Sands Walk. If you are dying to see all the most beautiful beaches in Jervis Bay area, this coastal walk is the jackpot. 

The walking trail snakes along the coast, weaving in and out of the forest. You’ll pass a number of breathtaking beaches, including Greenfield Beach and Chinamans Beach . 

Each and every beach on the White Sands Walk has velvety white sand and clear turquoise water. 

Because the bay is enclosed, the waves never get too big so the beaches are perfect for swimming, relaxing, and playing with children. 

There are many other amazing beaches in Jervis Bay outside the White Sands Walk, including Murrays Beach, Caves Beach, Nelsons Beach, and Honeymoon Bay Beach.

But to see the best Jervis Bay beaches all in one area, the White Sands Walk is the thing to do.

The walk is about 1.5 hours return with no stops. Park at Greenfield Beach Picnic Area, and follow the signs for the White Sands Walk.  Visit the website for more info!

The last beach along the White Sands Walk is Hyams Beach, the world’s whitest sand beach. 

You already know that you can find white sand here, and that’s pretty much the only selling point as there aren’t too many other things to do in Hyams Beach besides swimming and taking photos.

But don’t underestimate how beautiful Hyams Beach really is! It’s pretty touristy but it is actually as stunning as people say. 

If you’re visiting Jervis Bay, you can’t skip Hyams Beach. The white sand stretches on for 2.8 kilometres so you can easily escape the crowds and score a little slice of paradise all to yourself. 

If you’ve built up a thirst after checking out what to do in Huskisson, Hyams Beach and the rest of the bay, head down to the region’s newest and most delicious drinking hole, Jervis Bay Brewing Co .

Run by a couple of passionate locals, the guys here whip up some of the tastiest brews on the South Coast, and their beer garden is a fantastic place to spend a sunny afternoon.

Seriously, try their XPA or stout and you’ll never look at beer the same way again.

The venue is buzzing, the tunes are great, and to add to the atmosphere they even have local food vans regularly set up in the garden to serve up delicious meals.

In case you needed more of a reason to stop by, when the bushfires ravaged the area at the beginning of 2020, the team at Jervis Bay Brewing Co partnered up with other breweries in the area to create a limited-edition pale ale, with proceeds going to bushfire reliefs.

The whole team is incredibly community-focused, and in the short time they’ve been open they have quickly become the best place in town to grab a drink for locals and tourists alike.

Seriously, get down here and be part of something special!

Check out our video interview with Paul Walker, one of the co-founders of Jervis Bay Brewing Co.

If you’re keen to see some whales but don’t feel like diving into some cold water to swim alongside them, you can book a whale watching cruise!

Jervis Bay is one of the best places in all of Australia to see humpback whales migrating between Antarctica and the warmer seas in the north, and from May to November they come right past, and sometimes into, the bay.

There are a number of whale watching companies to go with, but we personally recommend Dolphin Watch Cruises .

They are the longest operating cruise company in Jervis Bay, and work closely with the marine park to monitor and protect the wildlife here.

We went on their 2-hour whale-watching cruise and were lucky enough to see a whole bunch of humpbacks playing just past Point Perpendicular, as well as bottlenose dolphins close to shore.

The guides onboard are experienced and very knowledgeable, and they absolutely love their job.

You can choose between the larger, more stable ship they operate, or a jetboat, which is faster and creates a safer environment for marine life.

One of the top things to do on the South Coast for people who love nature is camping. 

Luckily there are plenty of campgrounds in Jervis Bay with spacious, grassy areas for setting up a tent or parking your van. 

Some of the campgrounds even have facilities like toilets, showers, kitchens, picnic tables, and barbeque stations. 

The most popular campgrounds in Jervis Bay are  Bristol Point Camping Ground, Green Patch Campground  and  Honeymoon Bay Campground . 

Cave Beach Camping is also popular. Cave Beach is perfect for light packers who have minimal camping gear, as you have to walk to the campground through the bush. You can’t drive in with camper vans.

Cave Beach isn’t the World’s Whitest Sand Beach, but it’s a less touristy gem that is a bit rugged and perfect for travelers looking to escape the crowds.

If you don’t have camping gear, you can also rent a caravan at  Bream Beach Caravan Park  or  Jervis Bay Caravan Park . 

READ MORE: Check out our guide to the best places to visit in Australia!

Huskisson is one of the main places to visit in Jervis Bay so if you’re staying for the weekend, you’ll probably end up here at some point. 

Exploring the best things to do in Huskisson is a great way to pass the time in Jervis Bay. There are some adorable cafes, a bookshop, a cinema, a spa centre, and all the usual amenities like food stores and a post office. 

If you’re camping and need to buy groceries and supplies, Huskisson is a convenient place to go, although it is slightly pricey. For cheaper groceries, go to the big complex on the main road near Vincentia.

Or if you encounter some rain, there is plenty of entertainment here to pass the time. Huskisson is a centrally located hub for all the best Jervis Bay attractions.

Any history buffs or people who just love learning should stop by this museum . 

Located in Huskisson, the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum has lots of exhibitions, photographs, and artifacts on display that showcase how the maritime industry has evolved over time.  

You can see historical vessels and ships, as well as interesting maritime instruments that were used back in the day. 

Jervis Bay Maritime Museum also has a gift shop and a nice garden with a pond and a boardwalk. 

For people who want a nice relaxing day out on the water, stand up paddleboarding is an amazing Jervis Bay activity.

Stand up paddleboarding is a super easy and family-friendly water sport. The boards are big and sturdy so you can cruise along the water without worrying too much about athletic ability. 

The conditions in Jervis Bay are also perfect for paddle boarding because the water is clear and calm. 

Jervis Bay Stand Up Paddle  is the best company in the area for hiring paddleboards.

They also offer lessons and tours for beginners or for those who want a guide to show them the best spots.

You can cruise past the most beautiful Jervis Bay beaches and get a new perspective.

They recommend you call them at 0403 354 716 or email them for inquiries. 

Another exciting water sport to try in Jervis Bay is kayaking. 

Kayaking provides a bit more stability than paddleboarding because your centre of gravity is lower. 

One of the best places to kayak in Jervis Bay is Currambene Creek , where the water is smooth and clear and the views are beautiful. 

You can also rent kayaks at Jervis Bay Stand Up Paddle, and they even have glass-bottom kayaks so you can see underwater while paddling!

Jervis Bay Kayak Hire is another great kayak rental company you can visit. Find more info on the Jervis Bay Kayak website !

Anyone wondering what to see in Jervis Bay should head to Booderee National Park . This lush national park set on a peninsula and is full of fun things to do. 

Visit the Cape St. George Lighthouse , go hiking in the forest, spot some local kangaroos, or soak up the sun on one of the beautiful national park beaches like Iluka Beach, Caves Beach or Murrays Beach .  

You could also check out the fascinating natural rock formations of the Scottish Rocks or the Hole In The Wall in Booderee National Park. 

The entry fee to Booderee National Park is $13 per vehicle for 48 hours. The money is so worth it for one of the best Jervis Bay attractions!

It’s not just all about chilling at popular spots like Hyams Beach, Greenfield Beach or Murrays Beach when in Jervis Bay – One of the highlights of Booderee National Park is the botanic gardens. 

Anyone with even the slightest interest in plants and flowers will enjoy their visit here.

You can learn all about the native plants and their significance to the indigenous Koori people of the area, and you can stretch your legs on the nature trails that circle through the gardens. 

Exploring the botanic gardens is one of the top things to do at Jervis Bay for those who want to immerse themselves in nature without actually camping or getting too deep into the forest. 

READ MORE: Looking for more things to do in New South Wales? Check out our list of the best Sydney day trips !

The ocean lining the state of  New South Wales is packed with dolphins. Sometimes you can see them from the shore, but the best way to spot dolphins is by booking a boat tour . 

You can book a 1.5-hour boat tour where you’re likely to see a large number of dolphins frolicking in the ocean. 

The local Jervis Bay tour guide will also teach you some fun facts about Jervis Bay, and you’ll get to enjoy a lovely view of the bay from the water. 

For any hikers and adventurous travellers wondering what to do in Jervis Bay, head to the Currarong area and hike to Gosangs Tunnel. 

Start at Abraham’s Bosom Reserve in Currarong and follow the trail along the coast. 

The views along this walk are dramatic and rugged. You’ll see some interesting natural rock formations, the serene and beautiful Mermaid’s Inlet and, eventually, you’ll get to crawl through Gosangs Tunnel which is about 20 meters long. 

Taking about 1.5 hours and covering just under 5 km, this hike is relatively easy. But you’ll cover some rocky terrain so it isn’t really suitable for young children. 

A fun way to explore Jervis Bay is by bicycle. 

Because the towns are small and the car traffic moves very slowly, Jervis Bay is a very pedestrian and biker friendly zone. 

Head to the town of Vincentia and visit Jervis Bay Bike Hire . This family-owned companyv is loved by locals and rents out high-quality bicycles so you can make the most of your time in Jervis Bay. 

Located at the southernmost tip of Jervis Bay’s upper peninsula (called the Beecroft Peninsula), Point Perpendicular Lighthouse can seem like it is suspended in the middle of the ocean. 

Because this lighthouse was first lit in 1899, it is sometimes called the Turn-Of-The-Century Lighthouse . 

Drive into Currarong along Currarong Road, then turn right onto Lighthouse Road. You’ll have to drive along that rocky, dusty road for about 7km before you reach the lighthouse. 

But once you’re there, you can absorb the amazing views of the surrounding ocean and coastline. 

The 90m-high coastal cliff is the second-highest in the state, and if you’re real lucky you can even see whales cruising by.

While visiting any of the beaches in Jervis Bay, snorkelling is one of the most fun activities you can do.

More often than not, the water is crystal clear and filled with interesting fish and sea plants. 

Jervis Bay Marine Park  and  Booderee National Park  have lots of amazing beaches for snorkelling.

Any of the SUP and kayak rental places previously mentioned also offer snorkelling gear, as do most tourism companies in Jervis Bay. 

One of the most exhilarating activities in Jervis Bay is to go swimming alongside seals or whales in the ocean. 

The local diving company, Dive Jervis Bay , offers so many different options for diving and swimming with wildlife, so there is something for everyone. 

They have two different tours on their website that include swimming with seals or whales. And they also offer scuba diving courses for people who want to learn. 

This company is super reputable and has so many exciting diving options, so definitely check them out if you want some memorable experiences in Jervis Bay!

In addition to the underwater wildlife like dolphins, seals, and whales, Jervis Bay is home to a number of fascinating local bird species. 

Any bird lovers or wildlife photographers will have a blast exploring the bush here and trying to spot some beautiful winged creatures. 

Booderee National Park is one of the best places for birdwatching. There are so many walking trails along the coast and in the bush, so ask at the information desk for their recommendations for that day. 

Early morning is the best time for bird-watching unless you’re looking for owls!

Some of the notable species in Jervis Bay include albatrosses, rainbow lorikeets, robins, and wattlebirds. 

This peaceful walk showcases some of the local bio-diversity and is one of the best Jervis Bay attractions for the whole family. 

This is another perfect spot for bird-watching, and you can also check out the mangroves and the crabs and fish that live there. 

This walk starts behind the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum and stretches on for about 1.5 km along Currambene Creek. 

The Aboriginal culture is very prominent in Jervis Bay, so it is very interesting to learn about the history and ways of life that have thrived here for generations. 

In Booderee National Park, head to Galamban Aboriginal Experiences to book a tour or a class led by the traditional owners of the land.

You’ll get to learn all about the indigenous culture of the area and even take part in a few workshops and classes like traditional weaving and survival skills. 

The perfect ending to a day of sun, ocean, and adventure is relaxing with an amazing view of the sunset. 

Cozying up with a drink in hand or a loved one by your side and watching the sunset is definitely one of the best things to do in Jervis Bay. 

Hyams Beach and Point Perpendicular Lighthouse are two lovely sunset-viewing spots. 

Another one is Plantation Point near the town of Vincentia. This headland is situated between Nelsons Beach on the south and Barfleur Beach on the north, and it’s an amazing spot to watch the sunset. 

Jervis Bay Travel Guide

So hopefully you’ve had the chance to enjoy Greenfield Beach and the White Sands Walk, Jervis Bay Brewing Company, the Point Perpendicular Lighthouse, and all the other Jervis Bay attractions.

Now that you know what to do in Jervis Bay, you can start thinking about where to stay and what to eat in the area. 

Best Accommodation – Where to Stay in Jervis Bay

Jervis Bay has some amazing accommodation options. Unfortunately for solo travellers and backpackers, there aren’t any hostels in the area. 

But for anyone wondering how to explore Jervis Bay on a budget, there are still some great motels that have cheap rooms.

If you really want to save the most money, camping is the cheapest option. But you’d have to have your own tent and gear. 

For those with higher budgets, there are some gorgeous hotels and resorts where you can spend the weekend relaxing and enjoying your magical surroundings. 

There are also lots of houses and apartments that are rented out so you can enjoy the coziness of staying in an actual home. 

Budget travellers in Jervis Bay could stay at this highly-rated yet affordable motel . 

Located in the town of Huskisson near lots of shops and restaurants, this motel is comfortable and gets lots of positive reviews regarding customer service and cleanliness. 

A standard motel room costs less than $100 a night. Sure it’s not a $20 hostel dorm room, but it’s still a decent price for such a stunning area. 

For couples who want a nice place to stay in Jervis Bay that doesn’t break the bank, Wildwood Homestay is a fantastic option . 

At only $160 per night, you get to rent out the entire house so this is also a good option for families (and it’s pet friendly!)

You’ll feel right at home in this cozy place and it’s only 5 minutes away from the beach.

This beautiful bed and breakfast in Jervis Bay has a 9.6 out of 10 rating, and previous customers rave about the clean rooms and the quiet, peaceful atmosphere. 

A King Room costs $230 per night and includes breakfast and free Wifi. There is also a swimming pool and garden for your enjoyment.

If you’re willing to splurge a bit of money on an incredible stay in Jervis Bay, I highly recommend you stay in a gorgeous beachfront home . 

Enjoy having an entire luxury house to yourself. By The Sea is literally just steps away from Culburra Beach, so you can enjoy ocean views from the home and pop down for a swim at any time. 

Best Restaurants in Jervis Bay

There isn’t a huge selection of eateries in Jervis Bay because the area is mainly for camping, exploring, and heading to the beach. 

But in the towns of Huskisson and Vincentia, there are some great restaurants and cafes that serve up traditional Australian food for decent prices. 

We’re going to let you in on a little secret – the best place to eat in Jervis Bay is actually a mobile woodfire pizza trailer!

Run by the incredibly friendly and pizza extraordinaire powerhouse couple Wes and Mary, these guys have a few authentic woodfire pizza ovens mounted on trailers and the back of utes that they take all over the South Coast.

Remarkably affordable and as mouthwatering as anything you’ll ever taste, their pizza is guaranteed to have you seeking them out wherever you go.

It’s so good, we ate there twice!

The best place to find them is to check out there website or social media accounts to see where they are located or you can just give them a call.

Alternatively they can be booked for events as well.

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• Website: https://wanderingwoodfireoven.com/
• Phone: 0439 722 162
• Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wanderingwoodfireoven/

If you’re looking for a cheap meal in Jervis Bay, head to the World Famous Fish N Chips Huskisson . 

Whether the fish and chips here are actually world-famous or not, they are delicious and make a nice quick and easy lunch after a long day at the beach. 

One of the top places to eat in Jervis Bay and a favourite among locals is the Husky Pub . 

This restaurant is part of the Huskisson Hotel and offers some delicious, high-quality classic Australian dishes. 

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Thankyou for mentioning my small business in this article, However the address you have used is not correct, the business moved to 10 Burton Street Vincentia more than 3 years ago, Would you be able to update the information? Thank you Jervis Bay BikeHire

Hi Finch, no worries at all. We changed it on the article. All the best.

The Wandering Woodfired pizza is no longer at Jervis Bay Brewing. Pilgrims has closed. The other two food places mentioned are not that great at all. If you want great Italian head to Peter & Eva’s in Huskisson. The best brekky place is Harleys or Kraken Sourdough both in Huskisson.

Hi Lily, Thank you so much for the update information. We appreciate it. Take care

What a great guide you have here! I love Jervis Bay. I live about a 90-minute drive away and have only been once. Definitely need to plan another trip, as there are so many free things to see and do while your here.

Thank you so much. Jervis Bay is such an amazing place. Have a great time when you plan your trip there. 🙂

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Galamban tour Unforgettable and very moving 2-3 hour tour for our group of 14 in the Botanic Gardens at Booderee with the amazing Aunty Julie. She had us spellbound as she recounted her aboriginal heritage, aboriginal creation stories, selected multiple plants to talk about in depth and shared her most prized aboriginal treasures with us - we were all moved to tears. The tour was the highlight of our time in the stunningly beautiful Booderee National Park and was followed by her son Bud preparing us some lovely food with bush natives at the Koffee Klan Van at Green Patch. So wonderful to see a park so well managed by its aboriginal people.

Lovely beach with white sand. Was fortunate to see some dolphins.

Extensive day use and campgrounds. Good facilities including hot showers. Vehicle parking and picnic opportunities in day use area. Many short bush walks, plus access to Iluka Beach and Bristol Point.

Awesome at this time. Quiet. But fresh and windy. Top place to visit, eat and swim. Great views.

Amazing camp site with an awesome beach not even 200m away! They have hot showers and all the other good stuff at this camping ground. The bush walks so far habe been pretty easy but definatly beautiful! Would recommend

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Berry is home to some of the oldest buildings in Shoalhaven including the now place to wine and dine, Coolangatta Estate Winery , where Alexander Berry in which to town gained its name settled in 1822. The Railway Station,  The Gate House of David Berry Hospital and The Courthouse are all on the NSW heritage list. To discover the history of Berry follow the Berry Historical Walking Trail with an interactive map, information and audio guide to follow along the way or visit the  Berry Historic Museum , the building is a 130 year old bank. We highly recommend stopping by the once site for timber turned in 1863 turned pub in 1924, The Berry Hotel for a schooner in their fireplace lit dining rooms. 

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In Nowra stroll past some of the original 1890’s buildings on the  Nowra historical walk . Along the way you can see the  Nowra murals painted on the sides of buildings in the CBD. Our favourite is the rear wall of the   Shoalhaven Regional Gallery  – an Aboriginal child and yellow tailed black cockatoo honoring the Yuin nation by Matt Adnate.  Beautiful Meroogal  houses displays showing the lives of four generations of women. Just south of Nowra at HMAS Albatross is the  Fleet Air Arm Museum  in a huge hanger style building with displays of all things naval aviation.  Jindyandy Mill  east of Nowra, was built by convicts in 1830, and is now a quaint shopping precinct in picturesque pasturelands. 

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Embark on a historic walk of coastal town Milton to experience local history with rolling green hills and dairy farms dating back to the 1830s. Head to the nearby Shoalhaven Visitor Centre in Ulladulla to pick up a guide to the 1.5-hour historical walk of Milton. Several of Milton’s main streets public buildings date back to the 19th century and the surrounding streets have many examples of Victorian cottages. Stop by the Heritage Bakery for a bite to eat and coffee before making your way to the Milton School of Arts built-in 1871 now the Milton Library. If you are lucky you can catch live music and festival events at the historic Milton Theatre during your stay. 

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Booderee National Park  is jointly managed by the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community and Parks Australia. Some of the most beautiful beaches and bushwalks of the region fall within the boundaries of this park and are worth a visit. Booderee Botanic Gardens are the only Aboriginal-owned botanic gardens in Australia. Visitors can learn about bush tucker and medicinal uses of plants, or walk the picturesque trails and picnic on the lawns.

Galamban Extraordinary Experiences from the Wreck Bay community offer the a series of cultural activities based at Booderee National Park. Choose from campfire yarns, weaving, bushfoods, medicines and survival skills, a spotlight stroll among others.

Raymond Timbery from Gadhungal Murring  also operates cultural tours from the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum grounds in Huskisson through the magical mangroves area.

Bomaderry Creek Walk  has special significance for the local Aboriginal people which is explained on signage at the picnic area off Narang Road. It is possible to hire a Discovery Ranger to take a guided tour through this beautiful regional park. 

Whilst in the Nowra area you can also join in a guided walk along Bens Walk and smoking ceremony with the knowledgeable and passionate group from Djiriba Waagura .

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Things to do in Jervis Bay with kids

By: Author Janeece Keller

Posted on October 13, 2022

Ultimate guide to things to do in Jervis Bay with kids

A vibrant beach culture, rich Aboriginal history, an array of adventure activities, and the whitest sand in the world. This South Coast gem sits in the Shoalhaven region of NSW and is famed as a family friendly destination.

Not only is it home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Australia, Jervis Bay is also brimming with wildlife hotspots, adventure trails and a variety of accommodation. Learn to surf, chill out on the beach or hire a bike and cycle around St Georges Basin and Vincentia.

When Jervis Bay National Park was handed back to its rightful Aboriginal owners, it was renamed Booderee – the bay of plenty. It’s owned by the Koori people, and their ancestry reflected in the wind and water. It is the home and spirit of the Wreck Bay Aboriginal people. The Beecroft Peninsula, Jervis Bay’s northern headland, is the location of many highly significant Aboriginal sites.

If you’re up for a whale watching cruise, migration season is from June to July and September to October. Dolphins can be spotted year round.

Make sure to check out the renowned Hyams Beach. The Guinness Book of Records has it named it home to the whitest sand in the world. 

For the history bums, head to the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum in Huskisson. It’s great fun exploring the Lady Denman, an old Sydney Harbour passenger ship that was in service for nearly 70 years. The museum boasts a lovely waterfront location, with native gardens, historic buildings and a mangrove boardwalk. It’s worth heading there on the first Saturday of the month to check out the arts, crafts and produce markets.

Pitch a tent in Booderee National Park, where you’ll find three family-friendly campgrounds. From there, it’s super easy to access nearby surf beaches, scenic picnic areas, bushwalking trails and a magnificent bay.

Top things to do in Jervis Bay

There’s always plenty to do in Jervis. Here are a few of our faves’.

• Spot dolphins on a cruise or in a sea kayak.
• Watch the sunset from Point Perpendicular Lighthouse.
• Check out the whitest sand in the world at Hyams Beach.
• Learn about the traditional Aboriginal people in Booderee Botanic Gardens.
• Hire a boat and go sailing in St Georges basin.
• Have a BBQ at Greenfield Beach Picnic Area.
• Walk the White Sands and Scribbly Gum tracks.
• Go on a whale watching cruise during migration season.
• See shipwrecks and historical vessels at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum.
• Catch a movie at the quaint Huskisson Pictures.

Things to do in Jervis Bay with…

Any of Jervis Bay’s beaches provide little ones a full day of sand and sunshine. The shallow waters and soft sands of Moona Moona Creek are particularly great for families with younger children. Protected entirely from the waves, it’s a perfect place to paddle around or enjoy a picnic on the grassy shores.

Jervis Bay is a playground haven. Check out White Sands Park in Huskisson for climbing frames, swings, sandpits, scooter paths and plenty of space to kick around a ball. The jetty at Huskisson boasts a colourful play area with slides and climbing equipment. 

It’s worth squeezing in a round of 18 Hole Mini Golf at Club Husky, located between the Jervis Bay shores and bushland.

A great day trip for the animal lovers, Booderee National Park and Botanic Gardens is home to a massive array of fascinating native birds and animals.

It’s important to remember that the kangaroos lounging near your accommodation – whilst very cute – aren’t always the friendliest of campers. It’s best for little ones to avoid getting hands-on with the wildlife. 

The best place to get up close with wildlife in safety is at Shoalhaven Zoo. Located on the banks of the Shoalhaven River, the park is home to over 100 species of native and exotic mammals, birds and reptiles. There’s even the opportunity to get hands-on with the some of the cuddly residents. 

If you prefer to spot wildlife in its natural habitat, head out on the water with one of the local tour companies to spot whales, dolphins and fur seals.

Learn about the Aboriginal Koori people at the Booderee Botanic Gardens. It’s a great opportunity for the kids to learn about bush tucker, the medicinal uses of plants and local indigenous history. The gardens also boast incredible walking trails, and are a great place to spot birds and other animals.  

For a hands-on experience with nature in Booderee, kids can take a Wongi-bine Boori (Curious Kids) tour with Galamban Extraordinary Aboriginal Experiences. The one hour guided tour explores Booderee, and is a fun and interactive way of encouraging children’s curiosity of the natural world.

The clear waters of Jervis Bay make it an ideal place for kayaking, paddling and snorkeling. Hyams Beach and Green Patch are a must. After a day in the water, kick back and relax at the historic Huskisson Pictures. This charming theatre opens weekends and school holidays, and screens latest release movies.

It’s not just the Aussies who love Jervis. The bay is a pitstop for seals, penguins, seabirds, dolphins and migrating whales, who drop in for a frolic during their annual trek along the coast.  Scuba diving, snorkeling and swimming are popular activities around the bays of the region. It’s a great idea to get teens exploring Jervis Bay Marine Park by kayak, canoe or stand up paddleboard. 

You can take organised  sea kayaking, stand-up paddle board or snorkeling tours for a higher chance of marine life encounters. If you prefer a little more adrenaline, you can also give kiteboarding lessons a go. Jervis is also packed with surf schools, for those wannabe groms after the best breaks in town. 

Out of the water, there’s action to be found at Vincentia, a popular rock climbing destination. In nearby Nowra, the whole family can explore the treetops on high ropes and flying foxes at Trees Adventure.

It’s also worth heading to Hole in the Wall Beach and checking out the sandstone rock formations in Booderee National Park.

Best time to visit Jervis Bay as a family

The weather in Jervis Bay is fairly pleasant all year around. Summer and winter bring hot and cold spikes, with the warmest temperatures occurring between December to March. The coldest months are June to August. You will need to rug up, evenings and early mornings can get pretty cool. 

Gorgeous beaches and fantastic whale watching opportunities, in under three hours drive from Sydney. Jervis is an extremely popular destination year round. This does include NSW school holidays and long weekends, so be sure to book well in advance.

Prime whale watching times are June to July, and from September to late October. For good weather, prices and smaller crowds, the September to October shoulder season is a great time to visit. If you’re on a budget, head to Jervis during winter. Holidaying outside of school holidays means less crowding and less spending.

Family-friendly places to eat in Jervis Bay

After all that swimming and exploring, you’re bound to have worked up an appetite in Jervis Bay. But with funky cafes, family friendly pubs and a thriving food culture, you’re sure to find something that will hit the spot. Given Jervis Bay is home to so much fresh seafood and produce, you can also guarantee it will be tremendously tasty.  

Jervis Bay is a gateway to Australia’s oyster coast. Greenwell Point is home to several oyster farms, where you can enjoy freshly shucked oysters straight from the farm. Be sure to check out Jim Wild’s Oyster Service. Whilst molluscs may not appeal to younger palates, the World Famous Fish N Chips in Huskisson certainly will.  

Head to Hyams Beach Store and Café for the ultimate milkshake and burger. It’s also worth stopping by Tuscany Wood Fired Pizza, for a kids menu that’ll make the adults jealous. Make sure to save room for a Nutella Dessert Pizza.

Things to do for free in Jervis Bay

• Sandcastles, swimming, surf and sunshine: spend hours doing  absolutely nothing  on one of Jervis Bay’s glorious beaches. Be sure to check out Murrays, Greenfields, Hyams, Nelsons and Chinamans Beach.
• Venture down scenic walking trails into the depths of Booderee National Park, where you’ll stumble across secret waterholes and ruins. See if you can find the gorgeous Green Patch swimming spots, or the old Cape St George Lighthouse, perched on the Booderee cliffs. There’s a small fee to enter, but it’s well worth the experience. 
• Follow the light White Sands Walk along stretches of dazzling coastline. Start at the Greenfield Beach picnic area, and finish at Hyams for a well needed picnic-lunch. It’s worth driving to Point Perpendicular for an incredible sunset that falls on the lighthouse and sea.

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Shoalhaven Zoo

Shoalhaven Zoo boasts an extensive collection of native and exotic animals, set in amongst the most spectacular natural rock formations and bushland, all on the banks of the beautiful Shoalhaven River. Open everyday of the year from 9.00am to 5.00pm (except Christmas Day). Recommend minimum of 2 hours for your visit to the park. Plan your visit to include the Animal Shows which commence daily at 11.00am, with the last show of the day at 3.00pm.

Tree Top Adventure Park

Tree Top Adventure Park is located right inside Shoalhaven Zoo. Fly through the air on our flying foxes before finding yourselves scrambling along the rock face on Australia’s First Cliff Edge adventure park along the banks of the Shoalhaven River.

Shoalhaven Bike Hire

Shoalhaven Bike Hire offers hire of bikes from as short as one hour to several days for travellers and locals alike. With several different adult mountain bikes to choose from, Shoalhaven Bike Hire can accommodate all people and all types of riders. Also catering for children and hire out baby seats, helmets and all other needs for bike riders. Open daily. 02 4441 5255

The Woods Farm Jervis Bay

Enjoy the Wood Farms onsite coffee shop, boutique, farm animals, gardens, yard games and playground. Come soak up farm life, while you sip a coffee and stroll the grounds. Bring the kids and a picnic rug, have lunch in the gardens and meet the farm animals. Sit back, relax and let the kids play in the park and enjoy an ice cream. With so much to see and do you won’t want to leave. The grounds do close to the public when exclusively booked for weddings. You can check their stories on socials (Instagram/Facebook) where they update their opening hours to the public daily.

Galamban is an all Indigenous family owned and run business specialising in Aboriginal Art and culture, including art production, art intilations, curatorial projects, art mentorships, as well as famous cultural tours which normally operate out of the Booderee National Park. They have been in operation since 2008 with national and International recognition.

Jervis Bay Wild

Jervis Bay Wild offers a range of breathtaking cruise options for you, your family and your friends to enjoy all year-round, including Dolphin Cruises, Whale Watching, Boom Netting, South Coast Passage and Private Charters. Something for the whole family. Whale Watching and Dolphin Watching with us in beautiful Jervis Bay is a fantastic way to experience the excitement of pure nature like never before.

Dolphin Watch Cruises Jervis Bay

Dolphin Watch Cruises Jervis Bay are the Bay’s largest and most experienced cruise company offering, in addition to our dolphin and whale watching cruises, special event cruises and much more. Their mission is to educate visitors, helping them to discover the natural wonders of Jervis Bay Marine Park, whilst enhancing the protection of the Bays’ marine inhabitants. They are committed to providing quality life experiences and unrivaled service to customers through responsible and sustainable, nature based tourism, protecting Jervis Bay’s treasures for today and for the future.

Indoor Climb South Coast

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Huskisson Pictures

Huskisson Pictures is located in the seaside town of Huskisson, on the shores of Jervis Bay. The building was originally constructed in 1913 by the Dent family (local ship builders) as a community hall for their employees and has been used as a variety of venues since. Movies have been screened there since the early 1950s to the present, with major renovations in 1990 seeing the building constructed into a permanent cinema. The exterior has been left as original as possible, adding to the charm of the cinema.

Funland Ulladulla

Funland Ulladulla is 3 floors of premium arcade entertainment. A world-class family orientated one-stop entertainment venue, with Dodgem Cars, 2 storey Laser Tag arena, Jumpstar drop ride plus both modern and old school arcade facilities.

18 Hole Mini Golf – Club Husky

18 Hole Mini Golf – Club Husky is based between the magnificent crystal waters of Jervis Bay and the untouched beauty of the natural bushland. Some of the features at the course include a picnic area located between the gumtrees and the course, a bowling club with ATM, a Chinese takeaway, and toilet facilities.

Botanic Gardens

Visit the Booderee Botanic Gardens to learn about bush tucker, the medicinal uses of plants, and the long association the Koori people have with the area and the plants of south-eastern Australia. Enjoy the peaceful setting of the gardens by relaxing on the grass lawns or using the picnic tables provided. Admission to the gardens is included in the entry fee for Booderee National Park. To enter the park you’ll need a park pass, which you can pre-purchase online for quick and easy entry.

JB Surf School

Jervis Bay Surf School offers group and private lessons, five day packages, surfing trips/tours, 5 day surfing camps, team building, surf awareness, parties, school groups and corporate groups. They can also design a custom-made package to suit your needs. Jervis Bay Surf School operates on the pristine beaches of Jervis Bay and Sussex Inlet within Booderee National Park. Crystal clear water, plentiful marine life and arguably the whitest sand in the world are just some of mother nature’s gifts you can enjoy while learning to surf with them.

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Mrs Freeman is a Wreck Bay native. She lives in a modest home surrounded by rainforest in the small village near Jervis Bay on the south coast. Shells, paintings, wooden carvings and artefacts line the walls of her home, and she speaks fondly of each, recalling in vivid detail the generations of stories that go with each item.

Mrs Freeman shares these stories and many more with visitors to the area, as part of her family-run business, Galamban.

Tears stream down her cheeks as she fervently explains why she's decided to share the stories of her country and her family with others.

"The important thing is our stories must be taken seriously," Mrs Freeman said.

She said Aboriginal stories are often simplified, or taken out of context.

"We do have the kindergarten versions, but we also have the PhD versions."

Mrs Freeman and her children, Markeeta and Bud, run the family-owned business which aims to tell the real stories of the south coast Aboriginal mob, the Yuin people.

The tours are based on tradition, so there are options to make tools, learn about technology and indulge in campfire yarns.

The family decided to start Galamban about 10 years ago as a way to share their story in their own way. Mrs Freeman said the stories of Aboriginal people had been simplified, and she didn't like that.

"Everyone else has interpreted our stories and made them into myth, or legend, when in reality those things are our history for a particular place in this country," Mrs Freeman said.

"Galamban isn't really the standard business. It has a lot of reasons for being here. For building business, for making people feel confident in talking about who they are. We're not made to be hidden, we're not made to be silent."

Markeeta said one of the highlights of starting the business had been seeing other people in Galamban country take on similar enterprises.

"The Koori grapevine is a very big thing," she said, of word-of-mouth in the Aboriginal community.

"What's actually happened that we didn't foresee is we've given people courage to make business for themselves. All these little businesses are now popping up in Yuin country along the south coast, and that's a really good thing."

Markeeta said it was nice to tell their stories in their own way.

"People have been telling our stories for us, and now it's time we tell them for ourselves," she said.

"People need to be educated in the proper way about south-east coast Aboriginal people and that's why we do what we do. We want people to be informed, because if you're not informed then you're ignorant. That's what stimulates uneasiness between racial groups."

Galamban means "home ground" in the local language, but each mob across Australia has their own name for it.

"In our small patch here, we only talk about the things we know about, the things that belong to us," Mrs Freeman said.

"For visitors to know the country is diverse, the people are diverse, and nobody knows their Galamban like their traditional owners."

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Marnda Gardairri: Facilitation of an Indigenous Ranger Rock Art Workshop Marnda Gardairri: Facilitation of an Indigenous Ranger Rock Art Workshop

2019, Nulungu Insights

The Marnda Gardairri Indigenous Rangers Workshop was held from 3–5 October 2017 on the Burrup Peninsula in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The event, which was hosted by the Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation (MAC), brought together rangers from across Australia to discuss rock art conservation and management. The workshop was given the title ‘Marnda Gardairri’ as this means rock scratching/engraving on the Burrup Peninsula. The workshop was developed by MAC in collaborative partnership with Rio Tinto Iron Ore-Pilbara Operations (hereafter ‘Rio Tinto’) and the Nulungu Research Institute, University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA) (hereafter ‘Nulungu’). Rio Tinto and Woodside Petroleum funded the workshop, with Mel Marshall and Lynley Wallis of Nulungu engaged to coordinate and facilitate the event, assisted by Kate Golson.

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Rock art conservation requires a holistic approach, and continual maintenance. It is not simply a matter of using science to understand processes that affect the art directly, but must also consider important social, cultural and tourism concerns. These aspects need to be dovetailed so that information obtained in one study can be disseminated to every component of the conservation process. This idea underpins the 'Rock Art Protection Research Program', which began in 2011 and is committed to the following: 1) direction by, and involvement of, Indigenous owners and local communities; 2) intellectual property rights and protocols for documentation; 3) ethics and standards for conservation practice; 4) ongoing communication and collaboration; (5) raising public and political awareness; (6) creating effective rock art management systems; (7) training and supporting conservation practice; and (8) realising community benefits. The overall aim of the research program is to collaboratively develop new, innovative ways to conserve and manage the rock art of northern Australia and beyond, with, and for the benefit of, Indigenous peoples and local communities. In the process, new knowledge about rock art and its conservation will be obtained and Indigenous communities will be empowered.

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The painted and beeswax rock art of Ingaanjalwurr rockshelter in western Arnhem Land is a unique assemblage of art within an unassuming rockshelter. By combining a variety of approaches and methods to the study of Ingaanjalwurr, we were able to draw together an important archaeological context for inferring the antiquity of the painted rock art, as well as direct dates for the age of beeswax art. This chapter provides an overview of the rock art at Ingaanjalwurr, ethnographic information regarding the use and production of art at the site, archaeological information relevant to understanding the antiquity and context of painted rock art, and the results of direct dating of beeswax art.

Encyclopedia of Global Archaeology (2nd edition)

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This chapter summarizes the current state of rock art research in the Kimberley, Western Australia, which is a globally significant corpus of tens of thousands of rock art, archaeological, ethnographic, and contemporary sites. We present a history of rock art research in the region, discuss linguistic and cultural diversity, across the Kimberley, and outline the development of rock art stylistic sequences and spatial analysis. A new generation of scientific dating of the art and associated excavations is also harmonized. Aboriginal ontologies and recorded ethnography associated with the rock art are highlighted. We also present land tenure land management under native title and affiliated ranger groups as heritage management challenges and opportunities.

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For nearly 70 years scientific techniques have been routinely applied in archaeological research. Yet some artefacts hold such cultural significance that sampling is inappropriate, restricting the methods that can be brought to bear in their analysis. Such restrictions often apply to rock art, especially where research is directed by the indigenous peoples who have stewardship over not only the site fabric, but its inseparable cultural context. Here we report a multi-technique program of in-field and laboratory-based analyses to describe the materiality of a painted rock art site in Nyiyaparli country, in the Central Pilbara region of Western Australia. The relationship between the rock art, nearby potential pigment sources and evidence for ochre processing at the site was investigated using in situ portable X-Ray Fluorescence and optical microscopy, with interpretations aided by field and laboratory-based residue analysis of grinding related stone artefacts and X-Ray Powder Diffraction of potential ochre sources. Our findings provide an example of the nuanced interpretations that scientific analyses can add to rock art investigations. Our work suggests that local materials were used in the production of painted art and that ochre processing was ubiquitous at the site and other nearby rockshelters. Combined with the placement of rock art in a hidden context within the site, we suggest the panels at BBH15-01 were part of in-group events and that art and ochre processing in the Baby Hope study area were part of everyday activities.

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บาคาร่าเว็ปตรงอันดับ 1 ของเอเชีย เราพร้อมบริการนักเดิมพันทุกท่านอย่างเต็มใจ ด้วยการเปิดบริการให้กับนักเดิมพันมากว่า 10 ปี  เรายินดีบริการให้กับนักเดิมพันอย่างมืออาชีพ มีระบบรักษาความปลอดให้กับนักเดิมพันไม่ว่าจะเป็นขั้นตอนของการสมัครที่ง่ายแต่รัดกุมและฝากถอนที่ปลอดภัย ไม่จำกัดจำนวนครั้ง ไม่ว่าท่านจะเดิมพันในรูปแบบไหนจากทางค่ายของเรา ท่านก็มั่นใจได้ว่า เมื่อเดิมพันกับเว็ปของเราท่านจะปลอดภัย ไร้กังวลอย่างแน่นอน ด้วยการสั่งสมประสบการณ์ที่เปิดให้บริการแก่นักเดิมพันมากกว่า 10 ปี ชื่อ KU นี้ จะเป็นเครื่องหมายการันตีได้อย่างดีเยี่ยมที่สุด เพราะเว็ปไซต์ของเราเป็น เว็ปตรงอันดับ 1 ไม่ผ่านเอเยนต์ และรองรับการฝากถอนในทุกรูปแบบไม่ว่าจะเป็นบัญชีธนาคาร ไม่ว่าท่านจะสะดวกเลือกฝากถอนกับบัญชีธนาคารใด เรามีรองรับท่านทุกบัญชีธนาคาร หรือไม่ว่าจะเป็นทรูมั่นนี่วอเล็ทก็มีไว้รองรับ  เรามีทุกทางเลือกที่ตรงต่อความต้องการและเน้นความสะดวกของนักเดิมพันได้เป็นอย่างดี เรียกได้ว่ามีครอบคลุมทุกความต้องการของนักเดิมพันอย่างแท้จริง 

เว็ปพนันอันดับ 1 ที่เล่นง่าย จ่ายชัวร์

นักเดิมพันทุกท่านที่ชื่นชอบในการเดิมพันบาคาร่านั้น เรามีการฝากถอนที่รวดเร็ว แม่นยำ ปลอดภัยไร้กังวล ด้วยการที่เปิดบริการนักเดิมพันมากว่า 10 ปี นี่จึงเป็นเครื่องหมายการันตีได้ว่าเว็ปของเรานั้น มีการทำงานอย่างมืออาชีพและมีชื่อเสียงมาอย่างยาวนาน จึงเป็น เว็ปพนันอันดับ 1 ของเอเชีย อย่างไม่สามารถปฏิเสธได้เลย เนื่องจากมีหลากหลายห้องของบาคาร่าในการเดิมพัน ทำให้ท่านได้เพลิดเพลินไปกับการเดิมพัน และยังมีดีลเลอร์สาวสวยจากหลากหลายค่ายพันธมิตร ไว้คอยบริการท่าน และเว็ป KU ของเรานั้นยังมีห้องบาคาร่าเป็นของเราเองด้วย ท่านสามารถเข้าเล่นในห้องจาก KU ได้อย่างเพลิดเพลินอิสระสบายใจ ไร้กังวล เพราะเราได้รวบรวมทุกห้องทุกค่ายในการเดิมพันบาคาร่าไว้ครอบคลุมทุกท่านไว้หมดแล้ว

ไม่มีขีดจำกัดในการเดิมพันและการถอนเงิน

ท่านสามารถเดิมพันได้อย่างมั่นใจ ฝากเท่าไหร่ เรายินดีบริการอำนวยความสะดวกสบายให้แก่ท่านนักเดิมพันทุกท่าน ถอนเท่าไหร่เรายินดีจ่ายไม่มีอั้น เพราะเครดิตชัวร์การันตีได้จากการเป็น เว็ปตรงอันดับ 1 ของเอเชีย ชื่อ KU นี้ไม่ทำให้ท่านผิดหวัง

ห้องคาสิโนออนไลน์ที่หลากหลายให้เลือก

เว็ปชั้นนำ ที่เปิดบริการมากว่า 10 ปี เป็นเว็ปตรงที่เล่นง่าย ปลอดภัย ไม่ว่าท่านจะเดิมพันในรูปแบบใด ไม่ว่าจะเป็นการเดิมพันบาคาร่าในห้องใดจากค่ายใดก็ตาม หรือแม้กระทั่งจากค่าย KU ของเราเองก็ตาม เรามีทางเลือกหลากหลายให้ท่านได้เลือกสรรค์

คาสิโนออนไลน์ไม่มีขั้นต่ำและไม่จำกัดวงเงินในการเดิมพัน

เราปฏิเสธไม่ได้เลยว่าทางเลือกที่นักเดิมพันควรเลือกสรรค์ เนื่องจากเป็น เว็ปตรงอันดับ 1 ของเอเชีย  นอกจากเราจะมีแพลตฟอร์มที่เล่นง่าย หลากหลายห้องจากค่ายพันธมิตร ระบบรักษาความปลอดภัยของลูกค้าที่ดีเยี่ยม รองรับการฝากถอนในทุกรูปแบบบัญชีธนาคารและทรูมันนี่วอลเลท เรายังมีเจ้าหน้าที่คอยบริการลูกค้าตลอด 24 ชั่วโมง อย่างมืออาชีพ และที่สำคัญไม่จำกัดการฝากถอน ฝากเท่าไหร่ หรือถอนเท่าไหร่เราก็พร้อมจ่ายไม่จำกัดยอด เครดิตทางการเงินชัวร์มากว่า 10 ปี ด้วยเหตุผลเพียงเท่านี้ ก็เป้นเหตุผลที่มากพอที่ท่านจะเลือก เว็ป KU ไว้เป็นทางเลือกอันดับ 1 ในใจคุณ 

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Five authentic Aboriginal food experiences to put on your Western Australian itinerary

Breathtaking natural landscapes, unique flavours and connection to Country await you on these Western Australian Aboriginal food experiences

Exploring Western Australia’s five enchanting regions is all the more exhilarating when you’re so immersed in the landscape that you can almost taste it. The authentic Aboriginal experiences on offer throughout this dreamlike state invite you to do just that, through incredible food tours offering unique flavours and connection to Country.

“All along the Western Australian coast, there are people like ourselves who know how to live off the land,” says proud Bardi-Jawi man Bolo Angus, who runs tours on his ancestral homeland at Lullumb on the Dampier Peninsula, about 200km north-east of Broome (Rubibi).

When joining Bolo on a Southern Cross Cultural Walk , you’ll be welcomed like family and walk away with knowledge that local Aboriginal people have been passing down through generations for thousands of years.

“In our language, we call it gumahleed , which means being caretakers of the land,” Bolo says. “Not only do we look after the land, we look after knowledge that’s been passed down to us from our people. It’s our responsibility to pass that knowledge around and we are more than happy to share that knowledge with you.”

Chasing mud crabs and open coal cook-ups in the Kimberley

Bolo’s tour begins with a Welcome to Country at a sacred waterhole. From there, visitors walk the land, learning about bush medicine and foraging for bush foods, including a carrot that tastes like coconut when eaten raw but like a potato when cooked. You’ll then collect a variety of shellfish to cook later over hot coals.

“I explain what type to collect and where to find it; it’s a really hands-on experience,” Bolo says. “Then, five minutes further down the road are ‘the creeks’ and this is where we get the mud crabs.”

Southern Cross Cultural Tours at Lullumb, Dampier Peninsula

Seeing families come together on the tours is a highlight for Bolo.

“You see a lot of sons and daughters interacting with their mums and dads. On these tours, they have a good time out on Country learning something really valuable, and they’re learning it together.”

Luckily, there’s no shortage of activities to keep kids of all ages occupied.

“The kids love chasing the fiddler crabs on the flats, chasing after the mudskippers in the mud and climbing through the mangroves when we’re looking for crabs in the creeks,” Bolo says. “They like running out on the sandy flats when the tides are out. And they love listening to the honeybees inside the trees and drinking the water with lemon-flavoured leaves that come off the melaleuca tree.”

It’s also a chance to close the gap between cultures, he says. “On a tour, everybody’s just the same…we’re walking together, we’re learning together, we’re laughing together and we’re hunting together, and then we get to eat together. You’re pretty much living a day of the old ancestors when they were living off the land.”

The tour culminates with a cook-up on open coals by the ocean. Having worked up an appetite, visitors waste no time in feasting on the bush tucker and seafood they’ve collected on their journey, along with homemade damper and bush honey harvested from local hives.

From the Pilbara to the Swan Valley, a wealth of foodie experiences await

From lush inland wine regions to pristine coastlines, authentic Aboriginal food adventures are flourishing across Western Australia.

In the Swan Valley, a short drive from Perth (Boorloo), Wardandi Bibbulmun woman Dale Tilbrook runs bush tucker talks and tastings of wild bush foods such as quandong, native limes, sandalwood nuts and local coastal greens. “Educating the world about Australian native edibles is an important part of my cultural journey,” Dale says.

Dale Tilbrook Experiences, Swan Valley

Further inland, near Kalgoorlie (Karlkurla), visitors can sign up for an authentic bush food foraging experience with Goldfields Honey Ant Tours . This outback landscape is full of food and medicinal plants that have sustained the Tjupan people for millennia – not least the prized honey ant, nourished by the nectar of outback flowers. Witchetty grubs are also likely to be on the menu.

As you venture into the North West, Ngurrangga Tours invites you to discover the Pilbara through the eyes of traditional owners. On a four-hour Rock Art and Bush Tucker Tour in Murujuga National Park, you’ll see rock art dating back as far as 40,000 years and try some tasty native berries, potatoes and other bush tucker along the way.

Experience ancient caves and forage for bush foods in the South West

Another unforgettable Aboriginal food experience awaits in Yallingup, three hours’ drive south of Perth, where Wardandi cultural custodian Josh Whiteland leads immersive experiences via Koomal Dreaming .

On the three-hour Aboriginal Food, Cave and Didge Tour, you’ll take a guided bushwalk, forage for native foods and medicines and enjoy a didgeridoo performance in Ngilgi Cave. A long-table gourmet lunch of native produce is then devoured beside the campfire along with local Margaret River wine and beer.

Koomal Dreaming, Yallingup

“The best thing about the South West is that it’s the food bowl of Western Australia, so we have a lot of fresh produce locally that we can celebrate,” Josh says.

No two tours are the same because of the variety of produce available in the six seasons recognised by the Nyoongar nations of Western Australia’s South West:

Birak (December-January)

Bunuru (February-March)

Djeran (April-May)

Makuru (June-July)

Djilba (August-September)

Kambarang (October-November)

“We forage and collect food to the seasons, so at the moment [May] it’s the migration of the salmon – so we’re eating a lot of fish – and then it will change into the Makuru season, when we’ll start to focus on snapper, mulloway, crab and squid,” Josh says.

In late winter and spring, kangaroos feed on the green grass, making them tastier, and it’s also the time to harvest native apricots and peaches. In summer, berries are abundant.

Josh is up early, well before a tour begins, to gather lunch ingredients and native rosemary, thyme and sea celery. “We dehydrate that and then make our own spice rubs for our kangaroo,” he says.

Once a tour begins, visitors jump at the chance to get in on the foraging action.

“Being on the coast, we forage for things like sea celery, saltbush, samphire (a salty asparagus that grows in the wetlands) and coastal figs – they’re sweet and salty and go well with oysters,” Josh says. Native spinach is collected and stuffed into fish, blanched or eaten raw. “It’s quite crunchy and sweet and, like a lot of the native succulents along the coast here, you don’t need to season it; you don’t want to take away too much of the natural flavour.”

Like many of the Aboriginal people who live on Country and share their culture through tours, Josh sees these authentic experiences as a great way to create awareness.

“One of the things we explain to everyone is that if you do the right thing and you love and look after Country, Country looks after you,” he says. “All the old people ever wanted us to do was look after Country better, so hopefully we can create awareness through tourism. It’s a great vehicle to be able to do that and if we all have that opportunity to look after Country better, it makes it a healthier, happier place as well.”

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