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

An innovative commercial art gallery providing a forever changing selection of contemporary fine art. Supporting local and non local Australian artists.

Situated in the beautiful seaside village of Shellharbour, the gallery can be found in amongst many great cafes and restaurants.

Le'pota Art & Design has expanded its services with the opening of Little LEONARDO's Art Studio, located in shop 9 behind the Le'pota Fine Art Gallery. The studio has been created to teach art to children of all ages and capabilities, in a fun and safe environment. The studio also provides an ART AS THERAPY SESSIONS, for those adults who are looking for something different to help unwind from busy stressful lives.

On street and parking areas available.

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.

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.

Dee Kramer is a landscape and fine art photographer. Dee Kramer Photography focuses on capturing the diverse landscape of Australia with a focus on the Illawarra region, south of Sydney.

He has an extensive collection of limited edition images and canvas artworks that can be viewed at his gallery located in the picturesque Macquarie Pass National Park.

We have a large range of NEW photos in the gallery including some massive canvas artworks. We are currently open on Saturday with opening hours from 10am till 4pm so why not drop in and see whats NEW. To visit the Gallery on another day by appointment, please call 4256 9269 to arrange a suitable time.