Publications



Day Trips

Kiama – a drive to the beach

If you’re planning a trip to the historic and picturesque town of Kiama, you could be in your togs on the beach in less than an hour from Bowral. Read more...

Bundanoon - a Scottish experience

Brigadoon at Bundanoon, held every April, is one of the world’s largest Scottish gatherings. The town is just 30 minutes from Bowral. Read more...

Berry nice

Berry, on the coast an hour from Bowral, has many well-preserved historic buildings,  dozens of shops and tempting cafes. Read more...

Wombeyan Caves

Spectacular views, but not a trip for the faint-hearted. Read more...

Cataract Dam

This is the oldest dam for Sydney’s water supply. Completed in 1907 it was at that time one of the world’s great engineering feats. Read more...

For Camden read Cowpastures

In 1795 cattle went walkabout from Farm Cove at Sydney and were found some time later at Cowpastures, now called Camden. Through John MacArthur,  Camden became the birthplace of the Australian wool industry. Read more...

Wonderful waterfalls

Waterfalls are plentiful in the Southern Highlands, but are some of its best kept secrets. They are a delight for nature lovers, bushwalkers and picnickers. Read more...

National Trust properties

The Southern Highlands is lucky to have three National Trust properties: two historic homes and a fauna and flora sanctuary. Read more...

Famous graves

The Southern Highlands has around 30 graveyards, some private but most open to the public. These four have some interesting occupants: a famous opera singer, the trainer of the horse that won the first two Melbourne Cups, and ex-convict explorer, and victims of a 19th century serial killer. Read more...

Sea Cliff Bridge

Take a drive to the spectacular Sea Cliff Bridge near Stanwell Park. You’ll recognise the bridge in many television commercials. Read more...

A Heavenly trip

This trip takes in six churches in the Southern Highlands, including the oldest, found on  Bong Bong Hill, Moss Vale. Read more...

Braidwood

About 40 minutes south of Goulburn and 75 minutes from Canberra, Braidwood was the first entire town to be listed on the NSW State Heritage Register. Read more...