A local’s guide to Narooma: ‘People are amazed at how turquoise the water is’

Known for its rock oysters and waterside eateries, the New South Wales coastal town’s food and drink is just the beginning, says local author and yoga teacher Jody VassalloRead more local’s guides to AustraliaNarooma is on the traditional lands of the Yuin people. It’s 4.5 hours south of Sydney and three hours from Canberra. I live in tiny Tilba, 15 minutes away, and I go to Narooma most days to teach yoga, swim or walk.It’s known for Narooma Oyster festival (2-5 May 2025), which showcases the famous rock oysters of the far south coast. April and May are my favourite months as the days are sunny and gently warm and the evenings are cool enough to enjoy a fire. Continue reading...

Apr 11, 2025 - 16:48
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A local’s guide to Narooma: ‘People are amazed at how turquoise the water is’

Known for its rock oysters and waterside eateries, the New South Wales coastal town’s food and drink is just the beginning, says local author and yoga teacher Jody Vassallo

Narooma is on the traditional lands of the Yuin people. It’s 4.5 hours south of Sydney and three hours from Canberra. I live in tiny Tilba, 15 minutes away, and I go to Narooma most days to teach yoga, swim or walk.

It’s known for Narooma Oyster festival (2-5 May 2025), which showcases the famous rock oysters of the far south coast. April and May are my favourite months as the days are sunny and gently warm and the evenings are cool enough to enjoy a fire. Continue reading...