Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office, Wollongong

Name: Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office
Address: Wollongong, Australia

#13 among attractions in Wollongong

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The Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office is a heritage-listed former government offices, telegraph station and post office and now local history museum at 11 Market Street, Wollongong, in the City of Wollongong local government area of New South Wales, Australia. James Barnet designed the 1882 extension and expansion. The telegraph and post office was built from 1864 to 1882 in varying stage by S. E. Bloomfield, George Brown, George Billings, Andrew Herd and the NSW Government. It is also known as Illawarra Historical Society Museum; Wollongong Museum; and Illawarra Museum. The property is owned by Wollongong City Council. It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 27 February 2015. ()

Coordinates: 34°25'29"S, 150°54'4"E

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Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wollongong Entertainment Centre, Wollongong Central, Wollongong Head Lighthouse, Wollongong Breakwater Lighthouse.

~970 ftSE
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Wollongong Entertainment Centre, Wollongong
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0.5 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Wollongong Central, Wollongong
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia, Wollongong Central is a vibrant shopping centre that serves as a bustling hub of retail, dining, and entertainment. This expansive complex is not merely a place to shop; it's a central gathering point...
0.5 miE
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Wollongong Head Lighthouse, Wollongong
14 min walk • Perched on the scenic coastline of the city of Wollongong, Australia, the Wollongong Head Lighthouse stands as a beacon of maritime history and coastal charm. This historic lighthouse, situated on Flagstaff Hill, has been guiding sailors and fishermen since its...
0.5 miNE
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Wollongong Breakwater Lighthouse, Wollongong
13 min walk • The Wollongong Breakwater Lighthouse stands as a historic beacon in the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia. Erected in 1871, this classic lighthouse has been a guiding light for mariners navigating the waters of the Illawarra coastline for over a century.
0.4 miNE
Harbor
Wollongong Harbour, Wollongong
11 min walk • Nestled in the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia, the Wollongong Harbour Precinct is a historic and picturesque destination that attracts both locals and tourists alike. Known for its natural beauty and maritime heritage, the harbour is a focal point of the city's...
0.5 miE
View point, Park, Forts and castles
Flagstaff Hill Fort, Wollongong
14 min walk • Nestled in the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia, Flagstaff Hill Fort stands as a historical beacon, offering a window into the country's colonial and military past. This fortress, constructed in the late 19th century, was strategically placed to protect the region...
~1860 ftW
Historical place, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Michael's Cathedral, Wollongong
9 min walk • St Michael's Cathedral is a heritage-listed Anglican cathedral at Church Street, Wollongong, City of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. It is the principal Anglican church in the city of Wollongong and the mother-church of the Bishop of Wollongong. It was designed by Edmund Blacket and built from 1858 to 1859.
~470 ftSE
Church
St Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Wollongong
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0.6 miN
Forts and castles
Smiths Hill Fort, Wollongong
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0.7 miSW
Park
MacCabe Park, Wollongong
18 min walk • MacCabe Park is a small park located in the City of Wollongong, Australia. It is commonly misspelt McCabe Park, though the sign has since been changed to its correct name. In 1855 a land grant was made to Governor Brown, the present site of the park.
~1170 ftS
Football, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Wollongong Showground, Wollongong
6 min walk • Wollongong Showground, known as WIN Stadium for sponsorship reasons, is a multi-purpose stadium located in Wollongong, Australia. The stadium was officially opened in 1911.

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Which popular attractions are close to Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office?

Nearby attractions include Market Square, Wollongong (2 min walk), St Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Wollongong (3 min walk), St Michael's Cathedral, Wollongong (9 min walk), Wollongong Harbour, Wollongong (11 min walk).

How to get to Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office:

Bus

Wollongong Station (19 min walk)

Train

Wollongong (20 min walk)
North Wollongong (27 min walk)