Welcome to Northern Illawarra Online (NiO)
NiO is a web portal to the northern coastal villages of Wollongong (Thirroul north to Helensburgh), providing information for businesses, local community and visitors through a comprehensive directory (delivered in print to every home and office each year), event & entertainment listings, plus a surfcam providing an insight into local conditions.
The Northern Illawarra is situated just one hour south of Sydney, wedged between the Illawarra Escarpment and the sea - these suburbs of Wollongong have many spectacular natural features and offer easy access to a range of exciting activities.
Some of these features include;
- Bald Hill (well known for its spectacular view and hangliding),
- the Illawarra Escarpment and Royal National Park,
- Sea Cliff Bridge and Grand Pacific Drive,
- and Sri Venkateswara (Hindu) Temple, to name a few...
As a touring destination, the Northern Illawarra is unsurpassed, offering motorists spectacular views as it hugs the coastline.
