Activities Test
Participants please note:
If you register for an activity or trip away then find you cannot attend, please advise the leader as soon as possible.
Non-members are welcome to attend two one-day activities before joining, but must contact the leader to discuss the activity and register.
For information about levels of difficulty and fitness required check the Grading & Guidelines.
Planned itineraries and starting times are not negotiable.
Fri 28 Nov, 2025 Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul
Easy coastal ride. Cycle path and best beach scenery. Mostly flat and relaxed riding. A couple of stops. Coffee at Thirroul.
Ride terminates at Thirroul. Return to start at own pace.
Start 8:30 am Arrive by 8:15 for briefing.
Meet here
Sat 29 Nov, 2025 Walk: Cape St George Circuit, Booderee NP
Starting at the Moes (Green) Rock car park, we’ll make our way along the rock platform (swell permitting) to Stony Creek and Cape St George. We’ll then cross a headland before descending into Rock Funnel Beach. After this, we’ll follow the faint track for spectacular views of the sea caves at Paradise Rocks which we’ll traverse around to and then follow the fire trail back to the cars. Possible swimming opportunities along the way or at Green Patch on the way back.
This is an easy Grade 4 walk but it is Grade 4. You’ll need to be comfortable walking over rough terrain.
This is a combined walk with the Shoalhaven Bushwalkers.
Sat 29 Nov, 2025 Walk: Boonerah Point to Windang Island
For those that want an easy walk close to Wollongong. Walk from Boonerah Pt , around edge of lake to Windang island and return. Possible coffee back at Boonerah Pt.
Home for lunch
Mon 01 Dec, 2025 Cycle: Skiway Park to Shell Cove
Ride mainly on shared pathways through Reddall reserve and Shellharbour Village to Shell Cove for coffee.
Tue 02 Dec, 2025 Cycle: Fred Finch Park to Inner Harbour
A short stint on Hooka Creek Road, then we cycle on the path alongside Hooka Creek, before crossing over to Holborn Park. Continue around the lake to Warrawong, then the direct route past the shopping centre to the Surf Club at Port Kembla beach. On to the Inner Harbour before heading back to Cakes by Rach for coffee. We return to Berkeley past the shopping centre again, back to Northcliffe Drive and around the lake to Fred Finch Park. Mainly bike paths, some streets, and hills. Lake and ocean views.
Meet Here
Wed 03 Dec, 2025 Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting
Thu 04 Dec, 2025 Paddle: Lake Illawarra
Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.
Contact leader for details .
Fri 05 Dec, 2025 Social: Illawarra Ramblers Christmas Party
An evening at the Warilla Bowls Club for Illawarra Ramblers Club members and their guests. Come along and enjoy some great food, wine and entertainment.

WHERE: Warilla Bowls and Recreation Club, Jason Avenue, Barrack Heights – see MAP
TIME: Doors will open at 5.30pm and the first course served at 6pm
COST: $45.00 per person for a two course meal and entertainment
Please contact Anne Murdoch if you have any specific dietary requirements.
Registration and payment is required by 14 November – go to the Shop.
Fri 05 Dec, 2025 Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul
Easy coastal ride. Cycle path and best beach scenery. Mostly flat and relaxed riding. A couple of stops. Coffee at Thirroul.
Ride terminates at Thirroul. Return to start at own pace.
Start 8:30 am Arrive by 8:15 for briefing.
Meet Here
Mon 08 Dec, 2025 Cycle: Wombarra to Coniston
On the early, slow, fairly empty all stations train leaving Port Kembla at 7:08, Coniston 7:18 North Wollongong 7:23, Towradgi 7:27, Thirroul 7:39, arrive Wombarra 7:47.
If coming from between Kiama and Unanderra, catch the 6:37 from Kiama, 6:50 from Shellharbour, 7:04 from Dapto, etc.
Get off at Coniston and wait 3 minutes for the train from Port Kembla.
From Wombarra a steep 60 metre climb along Morrison Ave, descend into Austinmer and Thirroul and then on the coastal shared path to Coniston. Coffee at Longboard Cafe, City Beach. Riders wanting to park at Coniston, use Gladstone Av. Carpark west side of station.
Tue 09 Dec, 2025 Cycle: Christmas Bike Ride
A leisurely ride from Skil Park to Shellharbour and return. Mostly cycleway with some quiet streets and a hill at Barrack Point.
Decorate your bikes and wear something to suit the occasion. Coffee and cake at The Sands, Shellharbour Beach Cafe on the return journey.
Non riders welcome.

Thu 11 Dec, 2025 Paddle: Lake Illawarra
Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.
Contact leader for details .
Fri 12 Dec, 2025 Walk: Lake Illawarra Purry Burry Park and Jetty
A Friday cool and shady 5k & Koffee walk, enjoying the lakeside through Casuarina Forest on Crown Land.
A drive to Koffee, most likely at 190 Military Road Port Kembla, opposite High School
Fri 12 Dec, 2025 Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul
Easy coastal ride. Cycle path and best beach scenery. Mostly flat and relaxed riding. A couple of stops. Coffee at Thirroul.
Ride terminates at Thirroul. Return to start at own pace.
Start 8:30 am Arrive by 8:15 for briefing.
Tue 16 Dec, 2025 Cycle: Wolli Creek to Drummoyne (NEW)
All Illawarra Stations train to Wolli Creek 7:08 Port Kembla, 7:18 Coniston, 7:23 North Gong, 7 ;27 Towradgi, 7:39 Thirroul, 7 ;44 Coledale. Riders coming from the Dapto line board 6:54 at Oak Flats etc CHANGE at Coniston and wait 3 minutes for the train from Port Kembla.
Head off towards Dulwich Hill on the Cooks River Trail, ride the GREENway to the Bay Run crossing Iron Cove Bridge, more Bay Run back to the Greenway, Dulwich Hill and Wolli Creek. Train home. Ride the long awaited link connecting the Cooks River to Iron Cove adjacent to the Light Rail.
Coffee probably at Earlwood, Lunch at Callan Park. (detail to be finalised)
Thu 18 Dec, 2025 Paddle: Lake Illawarra
Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.
Contact leader for details .
Fri 19 Dec, 2025 Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul
Easy coastal ride. Cycle path and best beach scenery. Mostly flat and relaxed riding. A couple of stops. Coffee at Thirroul.
Ride terminates at Thirroul. Return to start at own pace.
Start 8:30 am Arrive by 8:15 for briefing.
Sun 15 Feb, 2026 Trip Away: Walking in the Snowy Mountains
Three days walking in the Snowy Mountains based in a private lodge in Guthega. The walks will generally be grade 3 but it is hoped to also offer easier walks for those wanting to be a bit more relaxed. More information will be supplied on registration of interest.
Wed 18 Feb, 2026 Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting
Sun 15 Mar, 2026 Trip Away: Autumn walks in Canberra
Series of grade 3 to 3½ walks over four days including Namadgi NP, Tidbinbilla NR and Mulligans Flat NR. Suggested accommodation is at a tourist park which is best to book early. Hard limit of 16 walkers applies so won’t be long till a waiting list develops. Autumn should be nice in Canberra.
FULLY BOOKED
Wed 18 Mar, 2026 Paddle: Paddle Lake Yarrunga/Tallowa Dam
Paddling Lake Yarrunga from Tallowa Dam up the Shoalhaven River to Fossickers Flat; camping the night there, and then paddling to Hideaway Camping area on the Kangaroo River; camping there the night, and then paddling back to Tallowa Dam.
A paddle to see beautiful scenery and to introduce those new to kayak camping to the equipment required and the joys involved!
Mon 20 Apr, 2026 Paddle: Paddle the Murray River from Tocumwal to Moama including the Barmah Lake/forest
Starting at Tocumwal, after a car shuffle to leave vehicles in Moama, paddling for 5 or 6 days down the Murray to Moama through the Barmah National Park. Camping will be by the river with all requirements to be carried by participants. Possible exploration of Barmah Lake.
Wed 22 Apr, 2026 Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting
Tue 09 Jun, 2026 Cycle: Cycle Trip Exploring Rides of Moreton Bay Region
7 nights staying on picturesque waterfront at Scarborough with rides along Moreton Bay Cycleway including Redcliffe foreshore, Nudgee Beach, Boondall Wetlands, Manly and also Bribie Island
Wed 24 Jun, 2026 Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting
Wed 19 Aug, 2026 Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting
Wed 09 Sep, 2026 Meeting: Illawarra Ramblers AGM and social lunch at the Towradgi Bowling Club
All members are invited to attend the 2026 Annual General Meeting at the Towradgi Bowling Club. The meeting will be followed by lunch.
More details will be provided nearer the time.
If you have any queries, please contact Anne Murdoch (see Members List).
Wed 21 Oct, 2026 Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting
Wed 02 Dec, 2026 Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting
Fri 04 Dec, 2026 Social: Illawarra Ramblers Christmas Party
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