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Kiama

brief history ...

The region was first inhabited by the Aborigines.

The first European to explore the area was George Bass in 1797. Later on Kiama was settled by farmers.

Trivia: The name of the town is derived from the Aboriginal word Kiarama meaning "sea noise", probably in reference to the Kiama Blowhole.

about ...

Kiama is a picturesque town situated 120 km south of Sydney.

Attractions:

Surf beaches
Kiama Blowhole and Kiama Little Blowhole (best)
Cathedral Rocks north at Bombo
Kiama Lighthouse, on Blowhole Point
Saddleback Lookout 600 m high situated 7 km South West
The Jamberoo Recreation Park
Australian pelicans

tourist information ...

How to get there
Best is by train from Central Station in Sydney and go off the train at Kiama Station (Illawarra line). Check the City Rail timetables. See map.

Relevant links:
Kiama City Council
The official guide to Kiama
Visit Kiama

21 November

1789 - James Ruse becomes the first convict to receive a land grant.

1936 - Victor Chang is born, Chinese-Australian physician (d. 1986). He performed the first heart transplant in Australia.

Australian slang

boozer pub
westie somebody from Sydney's Western Suburbs
dead horse tomato sauce
bonzer great
X-rated pornographic
cakehole mouth
furphy false rumour
bingle motor vehicle accident
bikkie biscuit

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