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Where is Nowra, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Nowra is located on the South Coast of New South Wales, about 160 kilometres south of Sydney. It lies between the Shoalhaven River to the north and the forested hills and coastal landscapes that stretch toward Jervis Bay. It is famous for its riverfront setting, naval aviation history, and its role as a major centre for the Shoalhaven region.

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Facts about Nowra, Australia

Country	Australia
State	New South Wales
Region	South Coast / Shoalhaven Region
Location	On the Shoalhaven River, inland from Jervis Bay, south of Wollongong
Coordinates	34.88° S, 150.60° E
Local Government Area	Shoalhaven City Council
Founded	1850s
Original Name	Nowra (from an Aboriginal word meaning “black cockatoo”)
Elevation	~5–10 m
Population	Approx. 22,000 (Nowra–Bomaderry urban area ~37,000)
Area	Approx. 35 sq km (urban area)
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode	2541
Major Waterways	Shoalhaven River
Top Attractions	Nowra Bridge, Shoalhaven Zoo, Fleet Air Arm Museum, Ben’s Walk, Jervis Bay beaches (nearby), Bomaderry Creek Regional Park.
Demonym	Nowra residents
Main Industries	Agriculture, defence (HMAS Albatross), retail, tourism, manufacturing
Nearest Airport	HMAS Albatross (military); closest commercial airport is Shellharbour Airport (WOL)
Website	https://www.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au

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