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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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As told to Kate Hennessy

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

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‘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,’ says Narooma local Jody Vassallo. Composite: Getty Images

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.

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