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| Locality | Thirroul |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Wollongong City Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -34.31413 |
| Longitude | 150.91347 |
| Population | 5,920 |
| Density | 1210.6 /km² |
| Area | 4.9 km² |
| Elevation | 13 m |
| Postcode | 2515 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 56 km south-southwest |
Thirroul is a locality in the Wollongong City Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 5,920. The locality covers an area of 4.9 km², giving a population density of about 1210.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 13 m above sea level. It lies approximately 56 km south-southwest of Sydney. Thirroul is located at 34.3141°S, 150.9135°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2515.
Thirroul rests between the steep escarpment and the vast Pacific, a ribbon of coastal existence where the escarpment's green shoulders meet the restless blue. It lies 12.9 km north of Wollongong, NSW (from Wollongong, NSW: bearing 9°T), and is situated 4.1 km north-north-east of Woonona. The air here carries the tang of salt, a constant companion that softens the edges of the day and lends a certain shimmer to the light, especially as dusk begins to gather, painting the sky in hues of bruised plum and fading rose. Behind the neat rows of houses and the bustling main street, the escarpment rises dramatically, a wall of ancient rainforest and fern gullies, its slopes often shrouded in a fine mist that speaks of the generous rainfall. The beaches, a defining feature of Thirroul, are wide expanses of pale sand, often marked by the rhythmic pulse of waves, their constant murmur a soothing counterpoint to the chatter of the town.
The story of Thirroul is deeply intertwined with the land, from its early days as a pastoral run to its more recent identity as a vibrant seaside suburb. For a time, coal mining was a significant part of the local economy, leaving its indelible mark on the landscape and the people, though the mines have long since fallen silent. Today, Thirroul thrives on its proximity to the ocean and the Illawarra escarpment, a popular destination for day-trippers and holidaymakers drawn to its relaxed atmosphere and natural beauty. Local businesses cater to this steady stream of visitors, with cafes and boutiques lining the main thoroughfare, while the surf clubs stand as stoic guardians of the coastline, their presence a constant reminder of the ocean's power and allure. The town also holds a special place in the hearts of many, having been the cherished home of the celebrated poet Judith Wright, whose words often captured the very spirit of this coastal strip.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Thirroul, New South Wales. 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 Thirroul, in the Wollongong City Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Thirroul includes the postcode (2515), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Wollongong City Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of 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 Thirroul is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | July 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. |