Gerroa, New South Wales

Gerroa is a coastal town in the Municipality of Kiama, in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia 133 kilometres south of Sydney. It is considered to be the southernmost town in the Illawarra region. Nearby towns are Gerringong, Kiama and Berry.

Gerroa
New South Wales
Gerroa, rainforest hill and the Crooked River
Gerroa
Coordinates34°46.194′S 150°48.788′E
Population673 (2016 census)
Postcode(s)2534
Elevation15 m (49 ft)
Location
  • 133 km (83 mi) from Sydney
  • 3 km (2 mi) from Gerringong
  • 30 km (19 mi) from Nowra
LGA(s)Municipality of Kiama
CountyCamden
ParishBroughton
State electorate(s)Kiama
Federal division(s)Gilmore
Localities around Gerroa:
Toolijooa Gerringong
Berry Gerroa Tasman Sea
Berry

Situated at the northern end of Seven Mile Beach and the head of Crooked River, the original village was once a retreat for various religious orders. Today it is a popular holiday town, and residence for retirees. Many houses have impressive views of the beach and Mount Coolangatta. At the 2016 census, the population was 673, although the population swells, particularly at Easter and the Christmas−New Year break. Many holiday makers stay at the caravan park, by the Crooked River.

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