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Nowra (/naʊərə/) is a city in the South Coast region of New South Wales, Australia.[4] It is located 160 kilometres (99 mi) south-southwest of the state capital of Sydney (about 120 kilometres (75 mi) as the crow flies). As of the 2021 census, Nowra has an estimated population of 22,584. Situated in the southern reaches of the Sydney basin,[5] Nowra is the seat and commercial centre of the City of Shoalhaven.

Key Information

The region around Nowra is a farming community with a thriving dairy industry and a significant amount of state-owned forest land. It is also an increasingly popular retirement and leisure area for people from Canberra and Sydney. The naval air station HMAS Albatross is located about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) south-west of Nowra.

History

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Kinghorn Street in 1930

Prior to European arrival, the part of the Nowra region south of the Shoalhaven river was inhabited by the Wandi-Wandandian tribe of the Yuin nation, while the region north of Shoalhaven was inhabited by the Dharawal people.[citation needed] The name Nowra, originally written by Europeans as 'nou-woo-ro' (pronounced Nowa Nowa by the Indigenous Australians of the area), is an Aboriginal word for the black cockatoo.[6]

Circa 1824, ex-convict Mary Reibey applied for a land grant in the Burrier area, on the southern side of the Shoalhaven River. The Nowra township was officially recognised in 1852. Less than ten years later, in 1861, a postal service was established. In 1861, the racehorse Archer, which was trained in Nowra by Etienne de Mestre, won the first Melbourne Cup. Nowra was declared a town in 1885[7] and a city in 1979.

Bundanon Homestead

A major landmark in the area is the house Bundanon, which renowned Australian artist Arthur Boyd and his wife Yvonne donated to the people of Australia in 1993 along with an adjoining property that had been previously owned by Boyd's brother-in-law, the equally famous Australian artist Sidney Nolan.[8][9] Bundanon began as a single-storey weatherboard structure built around 1840. In 1866, a two-storey sandstone house, made of locally quarried stone, was built immediately in front of the original weatherboard house. The sandstone house features timber verandas and is now listed on the Register of the National Estate.[10]

Heritage listings

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Nowra has a number of heritage-listed sites, including:

Geography

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Along the north of Nowra is the Shoalhaven River, which formerly hosted the Australian National wakeboarding championships and is a popular fishing location. The Nowra Bridge connects it to North Nowra and Bomaderry. The Shoalhaven River is a saltwater river, although it does not flow into the sea. The Shoalhaven River meets the sea through the canal that joins the Shoalhaven and Crookhaven Rivers, which was dug by convicts under the direction of local entrepreneur and pioneer Alexander Berry.

Nowra area from Cambewarra Lookout

Climate

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Nowra possesses a humid subtropical climate (Köppen: Cfa), with very warm, wet summers and mild, relatively dry winters. Compared with nearby Wollongong and Kiama which have an oceanic climate, Nowra has slightly warmer summers due to its inland location, thus qualifying it as humid subtropical climate.[13] Average maxima vary from 27.6 °C (81.7 °F) in January to 16.8 °C (62.2 °F) in July, while average minima fluctuate between 16.8 °C (62.2 °F) in January and 6.8 °C (44.2 °F) in July. Annual precipitation is moderately high (averaging 1,026.1 mm (40.40 in)), and is spread across 86.7 precipitation days (over 1.0 mm (0.039 in)). Due to its position on the leeward side of the Great Dividing Range, Nowra experiences a foehn effect, particularly in late winter and spring.[14] The town experiences 99.6 clear days and 127.4 cloudy days per annum.[15] Extreme temperatures have ranged from 45.6 °C (114.1 °F) on 21 December 2019 to −0.9 °C (30.4 °F) on 24 August 2002.[16]

Climate data for Nowra (HMAS Albatross) (34°57′S 150°32′E / 34.95°S 150.54°E / -34.95; 150.54, 109 m AMSL) (2000−2024, sun 1965−1997)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °C (°F) 45.4
(113.7) 		42.8
(109.0) 		38.6
(101.5) 		34.6
(94.3) 		27.4
(81.3) 		24.1
(75.4) 		26.0
(78.8) 		28.1
(82.6) 		36.3
(97.3) 		37.1
(98.8) 		41.4
(106.5) 		45.6
(114.1) 		45.6
(114.1)
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 27.6
(81.7) 		26.4
(79.5) 		25.2
(77.4) 		22.9
(73.2) 		19.7
(67.5) 		17.0
(62.6) 		16.8
(62.2) 		18.4
(65.1) 		21.1
(70.0) 		23.2
(73.8) 		24.7
(76.5) 		26.1
(79.0) 		22.4
(72.4)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 16.8
(62.2) 		16.7
(62.1) 		15.3
(59.5) 		12.5
(54.5) 		9.4
(48.9) 		7.7
(45.9) 		6.8
(44.2) 		7.0
(44.6) 		8.8
(47.8) 		10.9
(51.6) 		13.5
(56.3) 		14.9
(58.8) 		11.7
(53.0)
Record low °C (°F) 8.6
(47.5) 		9.5
(49.1) 		7.2
(45.0) 		3.7
(38.7) 		3.0
(37.4) 		1.3
(34.3) 		−0.5
(31.1) 		−0.9
(30.4) 		2.4
(36.3) 		2.7
(36.9) 		5.7
(42.3) 		7.4
(45.3) 		−0.9
(30.4)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 76.5
(3.01) 		138.7
(5.46) 		138.2
(5.44) 		75.4
(2.97) 		58.5
(2.30) 		106.3
(4.19) 		78.5
(3.09) 		74.5
(2.93) 		43.1
(1.70) 		75.9
(2.99) 		87.7
(3.45) 		72.2
(2.84) 		1,026.1
(40.40)
Average precipitation days (≥ 1.0 mm) 8.0 9.1 9.5 7.1 5.5 6.8 5.7 5.4 6.2 7.3 8.2 7.9 86.7
Average afternoon relative humidity (%) 57 63 59 57 55 56 53 46 47 52 56 55 55
Average dew point °C (°F) 15.3
(59.5) 		16.2
(61.2) 		14.3
(57.7) 		11.3
(52.3) 		8.2
(46.8) 		6.4
(43.5) 		4.9
(40.8) 		4.1
(39.4) 		6.1
(43.0) 		8.4
(47.1) 		12.5
(54.5) 		13.2
(55.8) 		10.1
(50.1)
Mean monthly sunshine hours 207.7 186.5 198.4 201.0 182.9 171.0 207.7 232.5 222.0 223.2 219.0 226.3 2,478.2
Percentage possible sunshine 47 49 52 60 57 58 67 69 62 55 52 50 57
Source: Bureau of Meteorology[3][17]
Historical population
YearPop.±%
19212,202—    
19332,978+35.2%
19473,551+19.2%
19545,981+68.4%
19616,221+4.0%
19669,633+54.8%
197112,873+33.6%
197615,496+20.4%
198117,887+15.4%
198619,553+9.3%
199121,942+12.2%
199623,823+8.6%
200124,700+3.7%
200627,478+11.2%
201127,988+1.9%
201630,853+10.2%
202133,583+8.8%
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics data.[18][19]

Demographics

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Nowra Creek

According to the 2021 census, Nowra has a population of 22,584. This covers suburbs only south of the Shoalhaven River.[2] The population is slightly younger than the state and country as a whole, with an average age of 37 compared to 38 for both Australia and New South Wales. However, the population is bimodally distributed, with a larger percentage of children and the elderly than the state and national averages.[2] 79.7% of the population were born in Australia and 82.1% speak only English at home, both above the state and national averages.[2]

Nowra has a lower level of tertiary education than typical for the state and nation. Only 15% of the population of Nowra hold a tertiary qualification, compared to 23.3% of Australia and 23.8% of New South Wales.[2]

The top five reported ancestries in Nowra at the 2021 census were Australian (40.9%), English (37.7%), Australian Aboriginal (10%), Irish (9.5%), and Scottish (8.3%).[2] Most (63%) people had both parents born in Australia, higher than the state and national averages.

The population of the suburb of Nowra (central Nowra) at the 2021 census was 9,956.[2] The Australian Bureau of statistics also recognises a larger built-up area including suburbs north of the Shoalhaven, North Nowra-Bomaderry, which had a population of 16,098 at the 2021 census.[2]

Economy

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Nowra shops (Junction Street)

Nowra Town Hall was built in 1948 and is in the Central Business District. This district contains many services, including banks, health services and a library.

Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre

Nowra has a growing tourist industry, especially in the summer months, when visitors (mostly from Sydney and Canberra) flock to the beaches to enjoy swimming, surfing, fishing, shopping, and relaxing in the restaurants and cafés.

Nowra sits in the Shoalhaven region, where there are several vineyards.

Education

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Nowra has three public high schools: Nowra High School, Shoalhaven High School and Bomaderry High School. There are also several non-government schools, three of which are religiously affiliated:

  • Nowra Christian School: a K–12 Christian-based school located in South Nowra
  • Nowra Anglican College: a K–12 Anglican college in Bomaderry
  • St John the Evangelist Catholic High School: a Catholic systemic high school on the outskirts of Nowra, affiliated with St Michael's Catholic Primary School in Nowra

The district also has an independent school of special assistance. The Shoalhaven River College commenced classes in 2019 and enrols 60 students in years 9–12 in the mainstream curriculum.

There are seven public primary schools in the Nowra area: East Nowra Public School, Nowra Public School, Bomaderry Public School, Illaroo Road Public School, North Nowra Public School, Nowra Hill Public School, and Terara Public School.

The University of Wollongong has a campus in Nowra, and there is a campus of TAFE NSW Illawarra Institute in Bomaderry.

Health

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There are two hospitals in Nowra: the Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital, which is a hub for oncology services, and Nowra Private Hospital.

Media

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Nowra is served by various radio stations:

Nowra also receives 5 free-to-air television channels from Knights Hill, commercial channels Seven, WIN and Network 10, and public broadcasters ABC and SBS. Due to tropospheric ducting from Newcastle in the Shoalhaven area via Knights Hill, a translator site at Cambewarra Mountain in Nowra North is an alternative source of television reception and assists those affected by the Newcastle ducting.[21]

Local newspapers is served by The Shoalhaven and Nowra News and South Coast Register.[22]

Sports

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Marriott Park

The four major codes of football in Australia are all popular in the Nowra area. Rugby league was traditionally represented by the Nowra Warriors and Bomaderry Swamp Rats, however, at the end of 2007 these teams merged to form the Shoalhaven Jets Rugby League Football Club. Other rugby league teams in the Shoalhaven area include the St Georges Basin Dragons, Culburra Dolphins, Sussex Inlet Panthers and Berry Magpies, all of whom source some of their players from Nowra. All of these clubs compete in the Group 7 Rugby League competition.

Rugby union is represented by the Shoalhaven Rugby Club, who play out of Rugby Park in South Nowra. The club won the 2008 premiership in the Illawarra district competition, and has produced international and provincial players such as Andrew Walker and Alex Kanaar.

Australian rules football is played by two clubs from the Shoalhaven area, with the Bomaderry Tigers playing at Artie Smith Oval. Further south, the Bay and Basin Bombers play at the Leisure Centre at Vincentia. These two clubs are both members of the South Coast AFL, fielding junior and senior teams.

The Shoalhaven Mariners were established in 2006 and represent the area in the sport of baseball. The team plays home matches out of Fred Finch Park in Berkeley, Wollongong. Baseball has a new venue at the South Nowra Soccer Complex.[23] The Shoalhaven Tigers represent the area in the New South Wales State Basketball League and have won several championships from 1988 until 2007.

Archer was an Australian thoroughbred racehorse trained in the Nowra area who won the first and the second Melbourne Cups in 1861 and 1862. He won both Cups by a significant margin. Archer is one of only five horses to have won the Melbourne Cup on two or more occasions, and one of only four horses to have won two successive Cups.

Public transport

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Nowra Bridge

Nowra Coaches operates services from Nowra to Bomaderry, Huskisson, Vincentia and Jervis Bay.[24] Shoal Bus operates services from Nowra to Berry, Gerringong and Sussex Inlet.[25] Premier Motor Service operates express services along the Princes Highway from Sydney to Eden that call at Nowra.[26]

Nowra has no direct rail connection, but the Illawarra railway line terminates at nearby Bomaderry railway station with NSW TrainLink operating services to Kiama and Sydney.[27]

Notable people

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Attractions

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References

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Nowra is a regional city and the administrative centre of the City of Shoalhaven local government area on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia, situated on the southern bank of the Shoalhaven River approximately 160 kilometres south of Sydney. It forms the core of the Nowra-Bomaderry urban centre, which recorded a population of 38,678 people at the 2021 Australian census (estimated at 40,200 as of June 2024), with a median age of 39 years and a diverse ancestry including Australian (41.3%) and English (40.4%), and 9.6% of the population identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. The area has been inhabited by Indigenous peoples, specifically the Dharawal (or D'harawal) people, for over 40,000 years, with evidence of occupation including shell middens and sacred sites along the river and coast. European exploration of the region began in 1797 when surveyor entered the Shoalhaven River estuary, naming it "Shoals Haven" (later the Crookhaven River), and formal settlement commenced in 1822 with Scottish merchant Alexander Berry receiving a large at nearby , establishing early activities. The of Nowra itself was surveyed and gazetted in 1852, deriving its name from an Aboriginal word meaning "camping place" or "black cockatoo," and was officially proclaimed a on 20 March 1885 as part of broader land district developments in the . A key infrastructural milestone was the opening of the Nowra Bridge in 1881, a connecting it to Bomaderry across the Shoalhaven River and facilitating growth as a commercial hub. Geographically, Nowra lies at the river delta, bordered by coastal plains, the Morton National Park to the southwest, and the about 15 kilometres to the east, offering a mix of urban, rural, and natural landscapes including wetlands, state forests, and over 100 nearby beaches. The local economy is driven by —particularly dairying, along the "Oyster Coast," and vegetable production—alongside focused on river activities, wineries, and eco-adventures like at Hanging Rock and walking trails such as Bens Walk. Defence plays a significant role, with the Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Fleet Air Arm base nearby employing thousands and accounting for 6.5% of local employment (2021), while aged care is part of the and social assistance sector, which accounts for 13.7% of employment. Culturally, Nowra hosts notable institutions like the Shoalhaven Regional Gallery, , and Bundanon, an arts trust established by composer , underscoring its blend of historical, artistic, and recreational significance.

History

Indigenous Heritage

The Nowra area and the broader Shoalhaven region have been inhabited by Aboriginal peoples for over 40,000 years, as evidenced by archaeological markers such as shell middens, grinding grooves, and stone tools found along riverbanks and coastal sites. The traditional custodians of the land are the Wandi Wandandian people, part of the Yuin nation, whose territory extended from Ulladulla to the Shoalhaven River and Nowra, encompassing approximately 3,600 square kilometers. Adjacent groups, including the Jerrinja, maintained close cultural ties and shared connections to the landscape. The Wandi Wandandian relied heavily on the Shoalhaven River for sustenance and cultural practices, using it for fishing eels, crustaceans, and with woven traps and spears, while hunting and gathering bush foods in the surrounding forests. Spiritual significance was embedded in the environment through sacred sites like caves with hand stencils—symbolizing ancestral connections and celestial stories—and tree carvings that marked boundaries and totemic associations with local and , such as the black cockatoo, reflected in place names like Nowra. European exploration disrupted these traditions, beginning with coastal surveys in 1797 and inland journeys in 1812 by surveyor George William Evans, guided by local Aboriginal people, which opened the area to cedar-cutting and eventual settlement. This led to the progressive dispossession of Wandi Wandandian lands through land grants and pastoral expansion starting in 1822, resulting in the loss of access to traditional fishing grounds, hunting territories, and spiritual sites.

European Settlement and Growth

European exploration of the Nowra area began in the early , with surveyor George William Evans and his party, guided by an Aboriginal man named Bundle, crossing the Shoalhaven River at the site of the present-day Nowra Bridge in 1812. This journey marked one of the first inland European traversals of the region, following earlier coastal mappings by James Meehan in 1805. European settlement in the region began in 1822, when Scottish merchant Alexander Berry received a large at nearby Mount Coolangatta, establishing pastoral activities and cedar-cutting operations. Formal settlement of the town of Nowra commenced in 1852 when the township site was surveyed by and gazetted as a village, initially serving as a farming outpost amid the fertile lands of the Shoalhaven Valley. The arrival of Europeans displaced the local peoples, including the Wandi Wandandian, leading to significant cultural and territorial changes. Key infrastructure developments in the late spurred urban growth. The Nowra Bridge, a pioneering iron truss structure spanning the Shoalhaven River, was completed and opened to traffic in 1881, enhancing connectivity between Nowra and the southern settlements like Terara and facilitating trade and travel. Nowra was officially proclaimed a town on March 20, 1885, reflecting its emergence as a regional hub for , timber, and emerging commerce. In 1948, the Shoalhaven Shire Council was formed, incorporating the Municipality of Nowra as its administrative center. The 20th century brought accelerated expansion, particularly after . Construction of the Nowra airfield, later known as HMAS Albatross, began in 1940 to support seaplane operations, evolving into the RAN's primary air station by 1948 and driving population influx through military employment and related services. This post-war boom transformed Nowra from a rural outpost into a burgeoning urban center. In 1979, the Shoalhaven Shire, with Nowra as its core, was elevated to , underscoring its growing administrative and economic significance. A notable cultural milestone occurred in 1993 when artist and his wife Yvonne donated the 1,100-hectare Bundanon property, including the homestead, to the Australian government, establishing it as a trust for arts and environmental preservation.

Geography and Environment

Location and Physical Features

Nowra is situated approximately 160 km south of in the Shoalhaven region of , , on the southern bank of the Shoalhaven River. As the administrative and commercial center of the , which spans 4,567 km², Nowra serves as a key hub for the surrounding region. The Shoalhaven River, a originating in the , flows into an estuary near Nowra, shaping the town's foundational geography. The topography of Nowra features a riverine formed by the Shoalhaven River, where the waterway broadens into a mature and approximately 16 km upstream from the town. This low-lying terrain, with an average elevation of around 21 m, is encircled by undulating hills, including features like Nowra Hill to the west. The town lies close to coastal elements, with about 35 km southeast and Seven Mile Beach, a long sandy stretch within Seven Mile Beach National Park, extending eastward from Shoalhaven Heads roughly 15 km from Nowra. Environmentally, Nowra's location borders areas of high , particularly in the adjacent Morton National Park, which encompasses nearly 200,000 hectares of diverse ecosystems including rainforests, heathlands, and habitats for species such as the . However, the along the Shoalhaven River is prone to flooding, with significant events in August 1974 and June 1975 inundating large areas between Nowra and the coast. Mitigation efforts have included the construction of the Nowra-Terara Levee and ongoing floodplain risk management studies to reduce flood damages and acid sulfate soil risks.

Climate

Nowra experiences a classified as Köppen Cfa, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters with no pronounced dry season. The region's annual rainfall averages 1,112 mm (1942–2000), with higher amounts during the summer months from to , driven by easterly winds and occasional tropical influences. Mean daily maximum temperatures reach 21.3 °C annually (1955–2000), while mean minimums are 11.3 °C, reflecting the moderating effect of proximity to the . The highest temperature on record is 45.6 °C, observed on 21 2019, and the lowest is -0.9 °C, recorded on 24 August 2002. Rainfall patterns in Nowra exhibit significant interannual variability, largely influenced by the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO); La Niña events often enhance precipitation along the southeast coast, while El Niño conditions lead to reduced rainfall and heightened risk. Over recent decades, has contributed to a warming trend, with average temperatures rising by approximately 1°C since the mid-20th century, exacerbating bushfire dangers through drier fuels and extended fire seasons.

Demographics

According to the conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the population of Nowra was 22,584. This figure represents the suburb of Nowra proper, situated within the larger Shoalhaven City , which recorded 108,531 residents in the same census. As of 30 June 2024, the Shoalhaven City Estimated Resident Population (ERP) was 110,803, reflecting an annual growth of 0.83%. Population projections from .id (informed decisions), a demographic forecasting service used by local governments, project the Shoalhaven City area's population at 114,090 for 2025, indicating steady regional expansion, and 139,972 by 2046 at an average annual rate of 1.02% through to 2046. Nowra's population has experienced consistent growth over the long term, rising from a small settlement in the early 20th century to its current scale, reflecting the town's evolution from a small riverside settlement to a regional hub. More recently, the broader Nowra-Bomaderry urban area has seen post-2021 gains of approximately 1,000 people in nearby suburbs such as North Nowra and Bomaderry, contributing to localized expansion. Key drivers include retirement migration to coastal areas and the appeal of regional lifestyles, which have sustained net inflows despite national urbanization patterns. These factors are particularly evident in the aging demographic structure, where retirees form a significant portion of new arrivals.

Cultural and Social Composition

Nowra's exhibits a predominantly Australian-born demographic, with 79.7% of residents born in according to the 2021 Census. Among those with overseas birthplaces, the most common origins include at 2.9%, at 1.4%, at 0.9%, and the at 0.8%, reflecting modest but growing Asian communities alongside traditional ties to the . Ancestry data further underscores this profile, with the top responses being Australian (40.9%), (37.7%), Irish (9.5%), Scottish (8.3%), and Australian Aboriginal (10.0%), highlighting a blend of heritage and Indigenous identification. Aboriginal and Islander peoples constitute 11.6% of the , a significant proportion that contributes to the area's cultural fabric. The age structure of Nowra's residents indicates a median age of 37 years, balancing working-age adults with a notable retiree segment. Approximately 29% of the population is aged 55 and over, including 11% in the 55-64 range and 18.3% aged 65 or older, which supports a with substantial retiree influence and associated amenities. households form a core social unit, with couple families with children accounting for 38.3% of family households, one-parent families 22.0%, and couple families without children 37.9%, fostering a family-oriented . Social indicators reveal moderate socioeconomic characteristics, with a weekly of $1,304 and a family of $1,599. Education attainment shows 11.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding a bachelor degree or higher, alongside 7.8% with advanced diplomas or diplomas and 16.3% with Certificate III or IV qualifications, indicating a practical skills base suited to local industries. These elements collectively shape Nowra's social composition as a regionally diverse yet cohesive .

Economy

Key Industries

Nowra's is anchored by resource-based industries, with playing a central role in the Shoalhaven region. dominates agricultural production, accounting for approximately 70.7% of the sector's output value in 2020/21, driven by the fertile floodplains along the Shoalhaven River that support extensive grazing and milk processing operations. farming, along with sheep and production, contributes another 28.1% to the agricultural output, utilizing the region's lands for rearing. Crop production includes fruits and , though it forms a smaller portion compared to sectors. In aggregate, agriculture, forestry, and fishing generated $225.2 million in output for Shoalhaven in 2023/24, representing 1.9% of the region's total industry output and underscoring its foundational yet modest role in the local economy. Forestry activities, centered in areas like Shoalhaven State Forest, involve timber harvesting and support local sawmills, contributing to sustainable resource management in state-owned lands south of the Shoalhaven River. The fishing industry focuses on oyster farming and finfish catches in the Shoalhaven River and coastal waters; as of 2023/24, oyster production in the Crookhaven/Shoalhaven River totaled approximately 288,700 dozen (valued at $3.89 million), with additional finfish production contributing to the sector. Manufacturing in Nowra is closely tied to the defense sector, particularly through the HMAS Albatross , where construction began in 1940 to support wartime aviation needs. Established as the Royal Australian Navy's only air station and its largest operational base, HMAS Albatross employs approximately 2,000 personnel directly and facilitates maintenance for naval aircraft squadrons, including rotary-wing and unmanned systems. This hub drives local activities, such as repair and component production, bolstering the Shoalhaven's industrial base.

Employment and Recent Developments

As of June 2025, the unemployment rate in the Illawarra-Shoalhaven region, which includes Nowra, stood at 5.2%. Major employment sectors in Shoalhaven as of 2023/24 included and social assistance, accounting for 17.1% of jobs, with and contributing an additional 8.0%. Retail trade represented 10.1% of local employment, while the defense sector supported over 2,000 jobs and generated more than $365 million in annual salaries, bolstered by facilities like HMAS Albatross in Nowra. Recent developments have focused on strategic initiatives by Shoalhaven City Council to drive job creation, including the ongoing implementation of the , which emphasizes sustainable growth in high-value sectors such as defense and clean energy. Key projects like the Nowra Riverfront Precinct aim to enhance civic, community, and functions, fostering new employment opportunities in and related services. The sector has seen significant growth, with a 65% increase in off-season overnight visitors reported in 2024 and record visitor spending over the past five years as of January 2025, supported by national forecasts predicting sustained expansion through 2029. An influx of retirees has contributed to population growth in Nowra and Shoalhaven, drawn by the area's appeal as a retirement destination with a higher proportion of older residents compared to regional NSW averages, thereby boosting demand for health and social services. This trend presents challenges such as housing pressures but also opportunities for service sector expansion. Infrastructure upgrades, including the South Nowra Surcharge Main project, remain in the tender phase as of November 2025 and are designed to support growth by accommodating up to 1,000 new residential lots in areas like Worrigee and South Nowra through enhanced wastewater capacity.

Education and Healthcare

Educational Facilities

Nowra offers a range of primary and secondary educational facilities, including both public and private institutions that cater to the local community's needs. Public options include Nowra Public School, established in 1862 as one of the oldest schools in the region, which serves students from kindergarten to year 6 on two separate sites in central Nowra and emphasizes progressive education for approximately 500 students (as of 2024). Another key public secondary school is Nowra High School, founded in 1956, a co-educational comprehensive institution for years 7 to 12 with 836 students (as of 2024), focusing on academic, sporting, and cultural development in the Shoalhaven area. Private schools provide additional choices, such as St John the Evangelist Catholic High School, a co-educational secondary school for years 7 to 12 located in Nowra, which integrates Catholic values with a curriculum aimed at fostering excellence and personal growth for its student body. Other private options include Nowra Anglican College, offering education from pre-kindergarten to year 12 with a holistic approach to child development, and Nowra Christian School, a K-12 co-educational institution emphasizing Christian principles and community support on the South Coast. Higher education in Nowra is primarily provided through the University of Wollongong's Shoalhaven Campus, which delivers undergraduate and postgraduate programs tailored to regional demands, including the Bachelor of Nursing and with majors in accountancy and arts-related fields. The campus supports face-to-face and online study options, with dedicated academic resources to assist students, particularly in and disciplines relevant to the Shoalhaven community. Vocational training is available at TAFE NSW Nowra, formerly known as the Shoalhaven Institute of TAFE, which specializes in practical courses for trades, manufacturing, and human services to meet local industry requirements. The campus offers programs in agriculture, such as those focused on food and animal production and farm management, alongside tourism and hospitality training with specialized facilities to support the region's economic sectors.

Healthcare Services

Nowra's primary public hospital is Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital, a 138-bed facility serving as the main acute care center for the Shoalhaven region, offering emergency services, medical care, surgical procedures, and orthopaedic treatments; the hospital is undergoing a $438 million redevelopment, with main works ongoing as of 2025 and completion expected in 2026 to expand clinical services and capacity. Complementing this, Nowra Private Hospital operates as a 62-bed private facility focused on acute surgical and medical services, including rehabilitation, day surgery, and day-only oncology care. Community health services in Nowra are provided through centers like the Nowra Community Health Centre, which delivers general and specialist , allied support, counselling, women's and sexual programs, chronic disease management, care, dental services, and drug and alcohol treatment. Aged care facilities, such as Uniting Osborne, House, IRT Greenwell Gardens, Jonathan Rogers GC House, and Clelland Lodge, offer residential support for seniors, addressing the needs of the region's growing retiree population. services, including the Nowra Community team, provide assessments, acute care, and case management for adults, with targeted outreach for complex needs among older residents through programs like the Rural Adversity Program. Access to in Nowra includes numerous clinics, with directories indicating over 20 providers offering bulk-billing and mixed-billing options across practices like Heritage Medical and Grand Pacific Health. Rural outreach remains challenging due to staff shortages, funding limitations, and transport barriers, particularly for remote Shoalhaven communities. NSW supports these areas via initiatives such as the Rural Outreach Mental Health Service, which delivers nurse-led clinical support, and a mobile mental health and wellbeing van for Aboriginal communities in the Shoalhaven region.

Media and Sports

Local Media

Local print media in Nowra primarily consists of the South Coast Register, a weekly newspaper published on Saturdays that covers local news, events, sports, and community issues across the Shoalhaven region, including Nowra. It has a print readership of approximately 22,771 weekly and offers digital editions through Australian Community Media, providing online access to articles and archives. Additionally, The Spark Shoalhaven serves as an independent digital publication focused on public interest stories, environment, and community matters specific to the area. Radio broadcasting in Nowra features 2ST, a commercial station operating on 91.7 FM since a frequency change in 2024, delivering music, talk, and local news to the South Coast and Southern Highlands. For public broadcasting, ABC Illawarra provides coverage on 97.3 FM, offering news, current affairs, and programs relevant to the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions. Community radio is represented by Triple U FM (2UUU), broadcasting on frequencies including 104.5 MHz in central Shoalhaven and 92.3 MHz in northern areas, with programming focused on local music, community events, and diverse content across the region. Television services in Nowra are provided through regional affiliates of the national networks ABC, SBS, Seven, and Nine, transmitted from towers such as Knights Hill in the and Cambewarra Lookout in the Shoalhaven, ensuring access to free-to-air content including news and entertainment tailored to southern . Local media outlets, including these radio and print sources, occasionally cover sports events in the region to inform community audiences.

Sports and Recreation

Nowra is home to a vibrant sports scene, with Australian rules football holding significant popularity through local clubs and representative teams. The Nowra Albatross Vikings Football Club competes in the AFL South Coast competition, fostering community involvement across senior and junior levels. The Shoalhaven Swans serve as a representative junior team, achieving notable success such as strong performances at state carnivals. Rugby league is equally prominent, with the Nowra-Bomaderry Jets participating in the Group 7 South Coast Rugby League, regularly contesting matches against regional rivals like the Shellharbour Sharks. Additionally, the Shoalhaven Sharks represent the area in Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout competitions, promoting inclusive participation. Cricket thrives via the Nowra Cricket Club, which plays in the South Coast District Cricket Association and recently revived its first-grade team. Netball is supported by clubs such as the Saints Nowra Netball Club and North Nowra Bomaderry Netball Club, operating within the Shoalhaven Netball Association for players of all ages. Key facilities enhance recreational opportunities in the area. The Nowra Showground serves as a multi-purpose venue for sporting events, including AFL matches, rodeos, and community gatherings. The Nowra Aquatic Park, featuring a 50-meter outdoor pool, waterslides, and splash areas, supports swimming programs and casual recreation along the Shoalhaven River. River-based activities like are popular on the Shoalhaven River, with local hire services providing access to scenic paddling routes suitable for beginners and experienced participants. Historically, Nowra holds a notable connection to through the legendary racehorse Archer, trained by Étienne de Mestre at Terara near Nowra and famed for winning the first two Melbourne Cups in 1861 and 1862, though legends of it walking from the area to persist. Annual events like the Nowra Show, held each February at the Showground, incorporate sports demonstrations, competitions, and family-oriented activities, drawing thousands to celebrate local athletic traditions.

Infrastructure

Public Transport

Public transport in Nowra relies heavily on bus services for local and regional connectivity. Local bus routes, operated by Nowra Coaches and Shoal Bus, provide loop services within Nowra and surrounding suburbs such as Bomaderry, West Nowra, and South Nowra, facilitating daily commuting and access to key amenities like shopping centers and educational facilities. These services run on fixed timetables, with frequent departures during peak hours to support residents' travel needs within the Shoalhaven area. For longer distances, regional bus connections to are available via Nowra Coaches services, including options via Kiama, while Premier Motor Service provides coach services to , departing from the Nowra Bus Terminal and taking approximately 3 hours. Rail access for Nowra residents is available through Bomaderry Station, located about 2 km north of the city center and serving as the terminus of the . This intercity rail service, managed by , offers connections to with journeys lasting around 3 hours. Trains operate several times daily, with frequencies typically every 1-2 hours during weekdays, allowing commuters to reach for work or other purposes, though services are less frequent on weekends. Additional transit options include the Comerong Island Ferry, a cable-operated public ferry on the Shoalhaven River that provides vehicle and pedestrian access between Lower Numbaa and Comerong Island. It operates daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last ferry at 9:50 PM) except during maintenance; as of November 2025, it is closed for refurbishment until late November, with routine monthly closures otherwise. Nowra Airport, co-located with the Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Albatross, supports limited commercial and charter flights but is primarily utilized for military operations and , with no regular scheduled passenger services.

Utilities and Urban Development

Nowra's utility services are managed by regional providers to support the community's essential needs. and services are operated by Shoalhaven Water, a division of Shoalhaven City Council, which maintains infrastructure including treatment plants and pipelines to ensure reliable access for residents and businesses. Electricity distribution is handled by Endeavour Energy, covering the southern and western suburbs of , including Nowra, with a network that supports both urban and rural demands through overhead and underground lines. falls under Shoalhaven City Council, which operates the Nowra Recycling and Waste Depot; this facility processes household , enforces programs, and promotes practices such as extraction from organic materials to generate . Urban development in Nowra focuses on upgrades to accommodate growth and enhance resilience. The Nowra Bridge project, completed in 2023, replaced the aging structure with a new four-lane bridge over the Shoalhaven River, along with 1.7 kilometers of improvements and upgraded intersections at Illaroo Road, Bolong Road, and Bridge Road to reduce congestion and improve safety. The South Nowra Surcharge Main upgrade project, which began in 2023, includes ongoing works with additional construction phases scheduled to commence in September 2025, involving 1.6 kilometers of sewer and related to boost capacity for residential development in South Nowra and Worrigee areas. In January 2025, a 6,000 manufacturing facility was announced for South Nowra by Foton Mobility Distribution, with construction to begin late 2025, aiming to produce zero-emission buses and create up to 100 jobs. Housing initiatives, such as the Nowra Riverfront Precinct rezoning, aim to deliver up to 650 new homes, including mid-rise developments up to 23 meters in height, to address the projected 29% population increase in the Shoalhaven region by 2046. The City of Shoalhaven's planning framework emphasizes sustainable urban growth through targeted initiatives. The Sustainability and Climate Action Plan guides efforts to achieve net zero operational emissions by 2035, incorporating and measures. Flood mitigation strategies include the Lower Shoalhaven River Risk Management Study and Plan, which informs land-use controls and adjustments to minimize flood impacts in Nowra and surrounding areas, alongside the Shoalhaven River Entrance Management Policy for controlled waterway interventions. Green space preservation is advanced via the Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan, which outlines long-term investments in open spaces and recreational links to enhance liveability and amid urban expansion.

Culture and Attractions

Notable People

Nowra has produced or been home to several individuals who have achieved national and international recognition across arts, sports, and public service. These figures often reflect the region's creative and athletic spirit, with contributions that extend beyond local boundaries. (1920–1999) was a prominent Australian painter and member of the influential Boyd artistic dynasty, renowned for his landscapes, religious themes, and in works like the Shoalhaven River series. Although born in , Boyd developed a deep connection to the Shoalhaven region near Nowra, purchasing the Bundanon property in 1972 as a family retreat and creative hub. In 1993, he and his wife donated Bundanon—encompassing over 1,100 hectares, the homestead, his studio, and his art collection—to the Australian people, establishing it as a national arts trust that supports residencies and exhibitions to this day. This philanthropic act, valued at approximately A$20 million at the time, preserved the landscape that inspired much of his later work and transformed the area into a center for contemporary . Deborah Cheetham Fraillon (born 1964) is an acclaimed Indigenous Australian soprano, composer, and arts leader of heritage, known for blending with First Nations storytelling in works like Pecan Summer (2018), Australia's first Indigenous . Born in Nowra on Country, she was part of the Stolen Generations, removed from her mother as an infant and raised in Sydney's suburbs before reconnecting with her heritage. Cheetham founded Short Black Opera in 2007 to amplify Indigenous voices and has performed internationally, including at the and with the . Appointed an Officer of the (AO) in 2014 for her services to music and Indigenous communities, her compositions draw on themes of identity and resilience, earning her recognition as a trailblazer in Australian . In sports, Nowra's coastal location has fostered surfing talent, producing Olympians with global impact. (born 1990), raised near Nowra in Gerroa, is a professional surfer who has won multiple titles, including the 2012 ISA World Junior Championships, and competed in the 2020 Olympics, where debuted as an Olympic event. Her powerful, aggressive style has secured over 20 WSL victories, establishing her as one of Australia's top female surfers and an advocate for ocean conservation. Similarly, siblings Owen Wright (born 1990) and Tyler Wright (born 1994), both from the Nowra area including , have excelled on the world stage; Owen earned bronze at 2020 after overcoming a severe brain injury in 2015, while Tyler claimed consecutive WSL Women's World Championships in 2016 and 2017, plus Olympic silver in , highlighting the region's role in nurturing elite athletes. Other notable athletes include Tony Branson (1947–2020), a rugby league five-eighth born in Nowra who represented in eight Test matches between 1967 and 1971, playing for the on their undefeated 1967–68 tour of Britain and France. His career with included contributions to premiership wins, cementing his legacy in New South Wales rugby league history. In Paralympic sports, Melissa Perrine (born 1988), a visually impaired para-alpine skier from Nowra, has competed in four Winter Paralympics (2010–2022), winning multiple World Cup medals and serving as co-captain at PyeongChang 2018, where achieved its best Games result in 16 years with her contributions to the team's success. In politics, (born 1970), born and raised on a dairy farm near Nowra, serves as the federal Member for Gilmore since 2019, becoming the first woman to hold the seat. A Labor MP with a background in and nursing, she has advocated for regional issues like health services and environmental protection in the Shoalhaven area, reflecting Nowra's tradition of community-focused leadership.

Tourist Attractions

Bundanon serves as a prominent cultural hub in the Nowra region, functioning as an and residency program embedded within a 1,100-hectare riverside estate originally donated by artist and his wife in 1993. The site features exhibitions, artist residencies, and nature trails that highlight its role as a wildlife sanctuary along the Shoalhaven River, attracting visitors interested in and environmental immersion. In 2025, events such as the Riverscape Stay Weekend emphasize workshops amid the estate's stunning scenery. The at HMAS offers guided tours and exhibits showcasing Australia's history, including historic and interactive displays located at the entrance to the Royal Australian Navy's air station, approximately 10 kilometers southwest of Nowra. Visitors can explore hangar-style galleries with personal stories and memorabilia, open Fridays to Sundays from 10am to 4pm, providing insights into operations and military heritage. The base hosts annual open days, such as the March 1, 2025, event featuring displays, music, and family activities. Nowra Showground hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including the annual Nowra Show in early , which draws crowds with agricultural displays, rides, and . The venue also accommodates markets and festivals, such as the indoor market on the fourth Saturday of each month, offering local handmade goods, plants, and crafts. Natural attractions in and around Nowra include scenic Shoalhaven River cruises departing from Nowra Public Wharf, providing 2.5-hour journeys through bushland and wildlife habitats since 1996. Nearby beaches, such as those in Huskisson and Hyams Beach within —about 25 kilometers southeast—feature some of the world's whitest sands, ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and coastal walks. Walking trails on Coolangatta Mountain, a moderately challenging 3.4-kilometer out-and-back route near Far Meadow, offer panoramic views of the Shoalhaven Valley and surrounding forests. The annual Shoalhaven River Festival, held along the riverbanks in , celebrates local culture with markets, music, and water-based activities, enhancing visitor experiences in the area. Forecasts indicate continued growth in 2025, driven by new eco-tours and sustainable projects in the Shoalhaven region, focusing on low-impact nature experiences.

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