Ulladulla, New South Wales
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Ulladulla is a town in New South Wales, Australia, south of Nowra and around three hours' driving time south of Sydney. The area has a number of undeveloped beaches which make it very popular with tourists.
The name of the town, Ulladulla, comes from the aboriginal word Nulladulla, apparently meaning safe harbour. Ulladulla Harbour is the home port of the largest commercial fishing fleet on the South Coast of New South Wales. As a result of the influence of Italian fishing families in the area, each Easter a "Blessing of the Fleet" ceremony occurs.
The town gained its first traffic light in the 1990s and one of its most notable landmarks is the Marlin Hotel with its big fluorescent marlin on the roof, which can be viewed from the sea. The area is also known to contain some of Australia's best surf and dive locations.
Ulladulla is surrounded by adjoining towns, of Milton, Mollymook, and Burrill Lake. The districts population also includes Manyana, Bawley Point, Bendalong, Lake Tabourie ), and several other towns. There are five schools in the district. A public school in Milton, a private primary school in Milton, a private primary and secondry school in Milton and both public primary and high schools in Ulladulla.
The Ulladulla Region is now a popular holiday destination. Most of its economy is tourism related. The natural beauty of the area with the magnificent beaches on the east and the spectacular national park to the west have attracted many visitors to the area. Ulladulla has many accommodation, activity, and dining options to satisfy all types of tourist.
