South Durras, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of South Durras, in the Eurobodalla Shire Council local government area.
| Locality | South Durras |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Eurobodalla Shire Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -35.65641 |
| Longitude | 150.28288 |
| Population | 348 |
| Density | 29.0 /km² |
| Area | 12.0 km² |
| Elevation | 16 m |
| Postcode | 2536 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 216 km south-southwest |
South Durras is a locality in the Eurobodalla Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 348. The locality covers an area of 12.0 km², giving a population density of about 29.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 16 m above sea level. It lies approximately 216 km south-southwest of Sydney. South Durras is located at 35.6564°S, 150.2829°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2536. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
South Durras unfolds as a coastal embrace, where the land surrenders with a sigh to the persistent whisper of the sea. It lies 113.3 km south-south-east of Goulburn, NSW (from Goulburn, NSW: bearing 154°T), and is situated 11.6 km east-north-east of Batemans Bay. The air here carries the briny tang of the ocean, a constant companion that mingles with the sweet, resinous scent of eucalyptus. Rolling hills, cloaked in a dense tapestry of native bushland, tumble down towards the immaculate stretch of sand, a subtle topography that offers glimpses of hidden coves and sheltered inlets. The sunlight, particularly as it softens towards evening, casts a warm, honeyed glow across the landscape, illuminating the intricate patterns of bark on ancient gum trees and highlighting the subtle shifts in colour on the weathered dune grasses. It is a place where the natural world dictates the rhythm, where the vastness of the Pacific feels both a boundary and an invitation.
The history of South Durras is etched not in grand monuments, but in the quiet persistence of its coastal life, a heritage interwoven with the bounty of the sea and the careful stewardship of the land. For generations, this stretch of coast has sustained those who have chosen to call it home, their lives shaped by the ebb and flow of the tides and the seasonal migrations of marine life. While no single industry has ever dominated, fishing has always been a significant thread in the local economy, with small boats often seen venturing out from the calmer waters of the nearby inlets. Tourism, too, plays a vital role, drawing visitors who seek the unspoiled beauty and the tranquil atmosphere that defines South Durras. The surrounding national parks, with their network of walking trails and protected wildlife, offer a sanctuary for both nature and the soul, a testament to the enduring appeal of this coastal haven.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of South Durras, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on South Durras, in the Eurobodalla Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for South Durras includes the postcode (2536), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Eurobodalla Shire Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct South Durras is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |