Mount Kembla is a residential area in the Wollongong region. Kembla is an Aboriginal word meaning "plenty of game".
Kerosene mining was established in Mount Kembla in the 1860s and operated until…
Mount Kembla is a residential area in the Wollongong region. Kembla is an Aboriginal word meaning "plenty of game".
Kerosene mining was established in Mount Kembla in the 1860s and operated until 1880, at which point coal mining and the construction of the railway line began.
Whilst visiting Mt Kembla pop in to Mt Kembla Hotel which is heritage-listed and the oldest Weatherboard Hotel in the Illawarra. Grab a beer and enjoy scenic views of the Escarpment and surroundings or take a self guided walk of the town and learn about Mt Kembla's fascinating past.
Pure joy as you wake to the sunrise. Awe as you make it to the snowy peak. A sense of adventure as you motor across red plains. The relief of rejuvenation as you wade into an alpine stream. Connection as you taste native, fragrant leaves. A sense of belonging as you return to your favourite holiday house. Freedom as you dash into the waves. Discover the endless feelings a visit to NSW can inspire.
