Malua Bay, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Malua BayNew South Wales |
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Panorama taken at Malua Bay.
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 Malua Bay
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 1,929 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2536 | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Eurobodalla Shire | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Bega | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Gilmore | ||||||||||||||
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Malua Bay is a beautiful coastal town in the South Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It's a great place for holidays and living. This friendly community is part of the Eurobodalla Shire, which is a local government area. In 2016, about 1,929 people called Malua Bay home. Its postcode is 2536.
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Where is Malua Bay Located?
Malua Bay is easy to find on the map. The main part of the town is along George Bass Drive. It's only about 13 kilometers (8 miles) drive from the larger town of Batemans Bay.
The town's area stretches out in different directions. To the west, it reaches Dunns Creek Road. To the north, it goes up to Ridge Road. In the south, it's very close to Broulee Road, right next to the town of Rosedale.
Malua Bay is also quite accessible from major cities. It's about 280 kilometers (174 miles) south of Sydney. If you're coming from Canberra, it's about 160 kilometers (99 miles) east. You can reach it by taking the Kings Highway.
Beaches and Coastal Fun
Malua Bay is famous for its amazing beaches and bays along the Tasman Sea. There are several spots where you can enjoy the water:
- Malua Bay Beach
- Mosquito Bay
- Garden Bay
- McKenzies Beach
These beaches offer lots of fun activities. Many people enjoy fishing from the rocks. If you love surfing, McKenzies Beach is the perfect spot for you. At Mosquito Bay, there's a public boat ramp. This means you can easily launch your boat for a day out on the water.
Local Facilities and Clubs
Malua Bay has some great places for residents and visitors. These facilities help make life in the town enjoyable.
- You can find out more about the town on the official Malua Bay website.
- The Batemans Bay Surf Life Saving Club helps keep people safe in the water.
- The Malua Bay Bowling & Recreation Club is a popular spot for social activities and games like lawn bowls.
Getting Around Malua Bay
If you need to travel around Malua Bay or to nearby towns, there are bus services available. You can check the bus timetables to plan your trips.
