The Futureworld Eco-Technology Centre is an exciting facility open to the public that demonstrates innovative environmentally friendly technologies.

Futureworld: National Centre for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) Inc. was formed in 1992 and is an Australian non-profit organisation collaborating with government, private enterprise, professional experts, and the community to create and develop a large comprehensive national centre for demonstrating, exhibiting and promoting Environmentally Appropriate Technologies. Appropriate Technologies are products, processes or systems that use natural resources in a more ecologically sustainable manner, reduce pollution, and/or enhance the quality of life. Inevitably they create beneficial outcomes for regional and national economies.

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the life of Australia's aviation history. You will have the opportunity to view some of the most amazing historic aircraft. The HARS staff are always keen to share their passion for historical aircraft and are on hand to answer any questions. They are sure to provide you with an insight into the glory days when these aircraft ruled the skies.

HARS Aviation Museum is open 7 Days from 9:30am - 3:30pm.

On display at the hangar they have the world famous "Connie" Lockhead Super Constellation. The airliner of the 1950's that conquered the world. Get close up and personal with two Neptune Bombers. Have your photo taken with "Felix" who proudly represents the Black Cat Catalina Squadron of the RAAF. Venture into the huge hangars to see the flying troop carriers of World War 2, the C47 Dakota.

The HARS volunteers are currently working on the restoration of a replica of the "Southern Cross". The "Southern Cross" was piloted by Sir Charles Kingsford Smith in 1928 making the first non-stop flight across the Australian continent and the first non-stop trans Tasman flight to New Zealand. The original "Southern Cross" is housed at the Brisbane Airport International Terminal in a climate controlled glass room of the Kingsford Smith Memorial hangar.

Photography is freely encouraged. A gift shop is located in the hangar to buy aviation souvenirs and memorabilia.

Bus and tour group visits are also available on most days of the week. Please ring John Martin on 0422 278 502 to arrange a tour.

HARS attends open days, airshows and other public events throughout the year. Please check out the calendar of events on the HARS website.

The kids will love taking a ride on a miniature train, being in the open air and whizzing along the small track. They can also take a seat in the restored carriage while the big steam or diesel locomotive pulls them out of the station, chugging along the track through the bushland setting passing by the platform where they can wave to the people on the platform. Complete a fun day out with a picnic in the grounds, where the kids can play on the playground equipment.

The museum has some local historical railway buildings including the 1915 signal box from Otford (north of Wollongong). See the signal levers and other items that controlled the signals on the Illawarra line for more than 70 years. The original Yallah Station built in 1890 is the platform to wait on until your next ride.

You can find out more about the origins of the museum at the new Ken McCarthy Museum Building that houses items of light railway, photographs and more.

The museum regularly opens to the public with train rides on the Second Sunday of each month, from 10:30am to 4:00pm. On these running days steam and diesel locomotives operate. Kids can take in a ride around the bushland setting at Albion Park. There are extra running days with train rides during school holidays. Please check the events calendar for dates.

The museum is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays for visitors. These are our working days and public inspections are welcome.

As a safety requirement, persons wishing to travel on the miniature train ride must wear enclosed footwear

School educational visits are a specialty and are very welcome. Other group visits such as seniors and motoring clubs can also be arranged. Illawarra Light Railway Museum has a commitment to educate the public in the mechanics, manufacture and operation of steam engines and other mechanical devices used for light railway operations and industry.

The museum site which includes the parkland setting, playground equipment and bbq areas are available for hire for private functions such as Christmas Parties, Weddings or Social Club functions.

Site hire can be organised with or without the railway in operation. Depending on your budget, you may choose from the miniature railway, diesel or steam train or go for all the options!

The shelters in the picnic area can be reserved on running days for groups. Book ahead to avoid disappointment!

You can also show your support for the Illawarra Light Railway Museum by becoming a member which gives you a chance to become involved with the activities and restoration works undertaken by the museum.

Illawarra Light Railway Museum are currently working on a project to extent the track to connect it to the other Historical Aircraft Restoration Society at Illawarra Regional Airport. Take a look at the plans

This is a fun activity at a family friendly venue. Oak Flats Rollerskating Rink is celebrating its 1st birthday. The rink is a great place to learn to skate or improve your skill. Both quad skates and in line skates can be hired. You can even bring along your own skates and give it a go. You will love rediscovering this great sport.

Sessions and lessons are available for all age groups and skill levels. Get into the roller disco on Friday and Saturday nights. It?s a fun night with plenty of games, that will keep you coming back for more.

The rink has a cafe, restrooms, lounges to relax, party rooms, friendly staff and excellent service to make your skating experience complete.

Oak Flats Rollerskating Rink now has an inline roller hockey competition for primary school, high school and a seniors competition. Call us for more details.

Share the experience with all your friends and family, have your next party at the rink.

All year round 7 days a week sunrise to sunset. We supply all the equipment you need. All ages - Beginner, intermediate and advanced classes. Also available secluded surfing tours, corporate days and parties.

Pines Surfing Academy have varieties of surfing lessons and caters for all walk of lives, no matter who you are or where you are from. View some of the programs offered below and give us a call to start your lesson so you can ride that wave as soon as possible.

Student surfing group lesson, surfing for back packers & visitors, school sports and end of year activities, after school, 3 day school holiday program, adults [group and individuals], mothers only surfing classes, family surfing lesson, surfing party and surfing lesson for corporate groups. Surfing locations include Shellharbour and Wollongong.

Playmaze is an indoor childrens play centre. Playmaze offers a range of activities where children will jump, climb, crawl, slide, bounce and use their navigational skills to get through our huge three level maze..

Included in the centre is the three level maze, separate toddlers area, jumping castles, climbing cave, games room, mini cars and cafe.

Founded in 1998 by a pair of young degenerate mates, Skydive the Beach has grown up a lot in the past decade. From early days operating with one small Cessna 206, the company is now the largest skydiving centre in Australia and owns an impressive fleet of 4 aircraft. The latest addition is a Cessna Caravan 208, capable of carrying 17 people to 14,000ft in less than 20 minutes.

The company is staffed by an energetic young team, passionate about promoting skydiving as a sport. The skydiving staff are highly experienced in their field, many of the skydiving staff currently compete within the sport on a national and international level. Skydive the Beach is happy to boast 3 World Champions and 7 Australian National Champions on the team.

The Australian Motorlife Museum is dedicated to providing visitors with an insight into the history of motoring through its showcase of historic vehicles and memorabilia. Displays include gramophones, very early typewriters, signs, and much more.

The Australian Motorlife Museum has a unique position in the tourism arena and has a national reputation within the heritage motoring community. The current collection comprises thousands of antique items and continues to grow at an astonishing rate.

The museum is now the home of the Paul Butler Collection which includes about 16 motor vehicles prior to 1930 and many items of memorabilia all of which will be put on exhibition progressively, as they are restored.

18 hole course, challenging stationary and moving obstacles, smooth and rough greens, arcade games, pool tables and great cafe facilities.

Open all year round in all types of weather. Open from 9am - 7 days.

Discover more about the history of Shellharbour through changing exhibitions of Aboriginal and European culture at Tongarra Museum.

Displays include: Indigenous culture, early local industries, history of early settlers and Caroline Chisholm.

AMF Strike Zone delivers action-packed entertainment: state-of-the-art sound systems, arcade games and amusements, great food and excellent value. Get into life in the fast lane with AMF Bowling.

Services and Facilities
24 bowling lanes, computer scorring, bumper bowling for kids, birthday parties catering for up to 50 children, group and corporate functions catering for up to 50 people, cafe seating for 50 people, fully licensed bar, cosmic "glow in the dark" bowling (Fri-Sat nights), amusement machines, proshop open wed and fri from 6pm