The Great Illawarra Walk 2025

Welcome back! Lace up your shoes and join us for the 2025 Great Illawarra Walk on Saturday, March 8th. This year, we are embarking on a 40km journey from Shellharbour to Austinmer, starting at the cozy Bean Roasted Espresso Bar Shellharbour and finishing at the scenic Headlands Hotel Austinmer.

• Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
• Location: Shellharbour to Austinmer, Illawarra
• Distances: 40km walk
• Activities: Fundraising walk to support KidsWish, accessible stretch for all ages and abilities, party at Stuart Park, and a finale celebration at Headlands Hotel Austinmer

Get ready to make a difference as all proceeds from this event will be donated to KidsWish, benefiting children with disabilities and illnesses along with their families. This year, LJ Hooker Shellharbour, Corrimal, and Wollongong are generously covering the cost of walk t-shirts, ensuring that every donation directly impacts KidsWish’s initiatives.

The walk kicks off at 7am at Bean Roasted Espresso Bar Shellharbour, guiding you through picturesque locations like Westfield Warrawong, Stuart Park, and Sandon Point Beach before culminating at Headlands Hotel Austinmer. Walkers can collect their Great Illawarra Walk t-shirts from LJ Hooker during business hours or on the morning of the event.

A special highlight of this year’s event is the KidsWish Blue Mile, a 1.5-2km accessible stretch open to all ages and abilities, culminating in a lively party at Stuart Park. A huge thank you to the Rapid Relief Team for providing free lunches to all participants during the event.

Join us for an unforgettable celebration at the Headlands Hotel Austinmer as we wrap up the walk with a fantastic finale party. Expect a vibrant atmosphere, refreshing beverages, and a chance to unwind after your remarkable journey.

Stay tuned for more updates on the event by visiting Great Illawarra Walk. More details coming soon! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️🌟