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

Leader: Graham Smith    View Leaders List

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

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 15 Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Cnr Cliff Rd and George Hanley Dr Activity Start Time: 8.30 am

Sat 29 Nov, 2025   Walk: Cape St George Circuit, Booderee NP

Leader: Greg Smith    View Leaders List

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.

Specific Hazards: Slippery Rocks, an off track accent Specific Abilities: Degree of fitness, Rock hopping, unafraid of mermaids, enjoy something different
Distance: 8 Km    Duration: 5.5 Hr    Grade: 4 Moderate
Registration Essential

Sat 29 Nov, 2025   Walk: Boonerah Point to Windang Island

Leader: James Cowling    View Leaders List

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

 

Specific Hazards: Bikes, dogs Specific Abilities: Walk 8 on footpath and sand
Distance: 8 Km    Duration: 4 Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Registration Essential
Limit: 15

Mon 01 Dec, 2025   Cycle: Skiway Park to Shell Cove

Leader: Phil Prentice    View Leaders List

Ride mainly on shared pathways through Reddall reserve and Shellharbour Village to Shell Cove for coffee.

Specific Hazards: Pedestrians Specific Abilities:
Distance: 20 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Skiway Park, Oak Flats Activity Start Time: 8.30 am

Tue 02 Dec, 2025   Cycle: Fred Finch Park to Inner Harbour

Leader: Penny Howes    View Leaders List

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

Specific Hazards: Some road traffic Specific Abilities:
Distance: 35 Km    Duration: 3.5 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Fred Finch car park (near sports stadium) Activity Start Time: 8.30am

Wed 03 Dec, 2025   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Thu 04 Dec, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Fri 05 Dec, 2025   Social: Illawarra Ramblers Christmas Party

Leader: Anne Murdoch    View Leaders List

 

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.

 

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade:
Registration Essential

Fri 05 Dec, 2025   Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul

Leader: Graham Smith    View Leaders List

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

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 15 Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Cnr Cliff Rd and George Hanley Dr Activity Start Time: 8.30 am

Mon 08 Dec, 2025   Cycle: Wombarra to Coniston

Leader: John Groom    View Leaders List

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.
G
et 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.

Specific Hazards: The onroad 60 metre climb from Wombarra and onroad quiet backstreet traffic section to Thirroul. Specific Abilities: Catching the right train. If getting on between Coniston and Nth Gong catch the 4 Car all stations train.
Distance: 26 Km    Duration: 2.5 Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Wombarra Station Activity Start Time: 7:57

Tue 09 Dec, 2025   Cycle: Christmas Bike Ride

Leader: Stuart Almond    View Leaders List

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.

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 25 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Skiway Park, Oak Flats Activity Start Time: 8:30 am

Thu 11 Dec, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Fri 12 Dec, 2025   Walk: Lake Illawarra Purry Burry Park and Jetty

Leader: John Groom    View Leaders List

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

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities: Navigating to Koffee
Distance: 5 Km    Duration: Koffee +1.5 Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Carpark at Bundah Place, Primbee Activity Start Time: 9:00 am

Fri 12 Dec, 2025   Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul

Leader: Graham Smith    View Leaders List

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.

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 15 Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Cnr Cliff Rd and George Hanley Dr Activity Start Time: 8.30 am

Tue 16 Dec, 2025   Cycle: Wolli Creek to Drummoyne (NEW)

Leader: John Groom    View Leaders List

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)

Specific Hazards: Trains should be quiet. Specific Abilities: Being able to catch the right train
Distance: 29 Km    Duration: 3 + travel Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Registration Essential
Limit: 15. Please text if coming.

Thu 18 Dec, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Fri 19 Dec, 2025   Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul

Leader: Graham Smith    View Leaders List

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.

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 15 Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Cnr Cliff Rd and George Hanley Dr Activity Start Time: 8.30 am

Sun 15 Feb, 2026   Trip Away: Walking in the Snowy Mountains

Leader: Robyn Sim    View Leaders List

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.

Specific Hazards: Rocky sections, some steep slopes Specific Abilities: Ability to walk 10 km
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade: 3 Moderate
Registration Essential
Limit: 12

Wed 18 Feb, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Sun 15 Mar, 2026   Trip Away: Autumn walks in Canberra

Leader: Graham Burgess    View Leaders List

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

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade: 3 Moderate
Registration Essential
Limit: 16

Wed 18 Mar, 2026   Paddle: Paddle Lake Yarrunga/Tallowa Dam

Leader: Charlie Yeatman    View Leaders List

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!

Specific Hazards: Dam wall, falling rocks, driving hazards, usual kayaking hazards, snakes, goannas, wasps, ants, Specific Abilities: Paddling with kayak full of camping equipment. A "sit in kayak" with two bulkheads is an absolute necessity as well as paddle, PFD, paddling shoes, hat, sunscreen, etc
Distance: 40 Km    Duration: 3 days/2 nights Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Registration Essential
Limit: 12

Mon 20 Apr, 2026   Paddle: Paddle the Murray River from Tocumwal to Moama including the Barmah Lake/forest

Leader: Charlie Yeatman    View Leaders List

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.

Specific Hazards: Usual Kayaking hazards, submerged trees, willow strainers, snakes, goannas, ants, spiders, wasps, exposure, slippery surfaces, Specific Abilities: Ability to camp from your kayak for 5 or 6 days carrying all camping equipment, food, water or a means of safely getting water from the river, ability to paddle 40 to 50 km per day river assisted, first aid and rescue skills highly desirable
Distance: 170 Km    Duration: 6 days/5 nights with possibility of this being extended by unexpected circumstances or issues Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Registration Essential
Limit: 8

Wed 22 Apr, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Tue 09 Jun, 2026   Cycle: Cycle Trip Exploring Rides of Moreton Bay Region

Leader: Jill Hawkes    View Leaders List

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

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 30 Km    Duration: 8 days Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Registration Essential
Limit: 20

Wed 24 Jun, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Wed 19 Aug, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Wed 09 Sep, 2026   Meeting: Illawarra Ramblers AGM and social lunch at the Towradgi Bowling Club

Leader: Anne Murdoch    View Leaders List

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).

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade:
Registration Essential

Wed 21 Oct, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Wed 02 Dec, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Fri 04 Dec, 2026   Social: Illawarra Ramblers Christmas Party

Leader: Anne Murdoch    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade:
Registration Essential

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