Berry

Berry Family

🌿 Families in Berry can make the most of local play spaces, swimming and school-holiday adventures, while regional services offer practical help for parents, children and young people. Nearby art activities and youth programs add more ways to learn, connect and try something new.

🛝 Play, swimming and holiday activities

Boongaree

Shoalhaven City Council’s parkland at 151 North Street gives different ages room to play and practise skills. Families can use the Rotary Nature Play Park, learn-to-ride track, pump track, skate park, netball courts and cricket nets. Picnic and barbecue areas, toilets, accessible toilets, an adult change facility, wheelchair access and parking support longer visits.

Berry Village Pool

This local outdoor facility has an 18-metre pool, toddler pool, picnic tables and a kiosk. The operator publishes seasonal opening information as well as child, family and season-pass prices, so check the current details before setting out.

Berry Sport and Recreation Centre School Holiday Camps

NSW Office of Sport has listed Berry day camps for the September–October 2026 school holidays. Adventure Day is designed for ages 7–12, while Wheels and Water is for ages 11–15. Activities may change with the weather and participants’ abilities; consult the event information for dates, costs, places and bookings.

Bundanon Family Fun Day

At nearby Illaroo, children aged 5–12 and their carers can join a guided exhibition visit and painting workshop at Bundanon Art Museum. Sessions are listed for 1 and 8 October 2026, from 10 am to 2 pm. Tickets include museum entry, art materials and a light lunch, and booking is required.

🎯 Young people and everyday family support

The Youthie – Nowra Youth Centre

Young people aged 12–24 from across Shoalhaven can access this nearby Nowra youth space. It provides after-school drop-in sessions, holiday activities and excursions, while one-to-one support, information and referrals are available by appointment. Check the centre’s current opening and drop-in times before visiting.

Anglicare Shoalhaven Family Work Program

Families with children aged 0–14 can access home visiting, parenting courses and other family support across the Shoalhaven. The program also runs SPLASH supported playgroups in Bomaderry, Sanctuary Point and Sussex Inlet.

Family Services Australia – Child Youth and Family Support

Families with children aged 0–17 may self-refer for early support across the Shoalhaven. Family Support Workers can assist with routines, parenting skills, childcare access, case planning and connections to specialised services. Intensive Family Support has a separate pathway and requires referral by a DCJ child protection worker.

🤝 Separation and family violence support

Parenting Orders Program – Relationships Australia NSW

Separated or divorced parents in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven who are experiencing difficulty with parenting arrangements can access individual sessions and, where safe, joint sessions. Child consultation is available for ages 5–18, with attention to children’s needs, communication and reducing conflict.

YWCA Australia – Shoalhaven Domestic and Family Violence Services

People who have experienced domestic and family violence, along with their children, can receive individualised case management, information, advocacy and referrals. The service assists people living in the Shoalhaven or planning to relocate there. Its team arranges intake assessments.

📌 Before you book or visit

• Confirm age ranges, supervision requirements and whether carers participate.
• Check current availability, costs and booking arrangements directly with the provider.
• Ask about accessibility or individual support needs before attending.
• For seasonal and weather-dependent activities, review updates on the day.

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