Callala Bay facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Callala Bay New South Wales
Wowly Gully in northern Callala Bay
Callala Bay Location in New South Wales
Population	2,196 (2016 census)
Postcode(s)	2540
Elevation	13 m (43 ft)
Location	132 km (82 mi) S of Sydney 16 km (10 mi) SE of Nowra
LGA(s)	City of Shoalhaven
Region	South Coast
County	St Vincent
Parish	Wollumboola
State electorate(s)	South Coast
Federal Division(s)	Gilmore
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall 19.9 °C 68 °F 13.6 °C 56 °F 1,240.9 mm 48.9 in
Localities around Callala Bay: Wollumboola Wollumboola Wollumboola Callala Beach Callala Bay Jervis Bay Callala Beach Jervis Bay Jervis Bay

Callala Bay is a lovely small town located on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia. It's part of the City of Shoalhaven area. This town sits right on the northern side of Jervis Bay, a beautiful bay known for its clear waters.

Callala Bay is about a 20-minute drive from Nowra and 10 minutes from Culburra Beach. The town is about 13 meters (or 42 feet) above sea level. It's also near Callala Point, which is a piece of land that sticks out into the Tasman Sea. Other towns close by include Callala Beach, Myola, Currarong, and Culburra Beach.

Life in Callala Bay

Callala Bay is a great place with many things for people to do and use. It has a safe harbour and a jetty, which are perfect for boats. There's also a sailing club and a boat ramp for anyone who loves being on the water.

Community and Services

The town has important services like a medical centre and a small shopping centre. At the shopping centre, you can find a supermarket, a chemist, a baker, a butcher, and a cafe. There's also Australia Post for your mail needs.

For families, Callala Bay has a primary school, a child care centre, and a pre-school. This makes it easy for younger kids to learn and play. There are also different faith groups in the community.

Fun Activities and Sports

If you love sports, Callala Bay has a soccer club and netball/basketball courts. There's even a skateboard park for those who enjoy skating. The town also has a community centre that groups can use.

Many small groups meet regularly for different hobbies. You can find an aqua exercise group, craft groups, folk dance, and yoga classes. There's also a social group for people over 50, a garden club, and a Writers group. The Bushcare group helps look after the local environment.

A shared pathway goes around the headland, which is perfect for walking or biking. There's also a regular bus service to Nowra, which helps high school students get to school. The NSW Rural Fire Service – Callala Bay helps keep the community safe from fires.

Club Callala

Just a short drive or bike ride from Callala Bay is Club Callala, also known as the Callala RSL Country Club. This club is a popular spot for both locals and visitors.

Golf and Bowls

Club Callala has a challenging 18-hole golf course, which is great for golfers of all skill levels. It also has two bowling greens, where people can enjoy a game of lawn bowls.

Food and Entertainment

The club offers great food, perfect for a meal with family or friends. They also have nightly entertainment, making it a fun place to spend your evenings.

Sport and Recreation

Callala Bay offers many ways to stay active and enjoy the outdoors:

• You can visit Club Callala for golf and bowls.
• The beaches in Callala Bay are safe for swimming and relaxing.
• The Callala Beach Triathlon is a fun event for athletes.
• There are tennis courts available for playing tennis.