KILLALEA STATE PARK & BEACH
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Situated near Shellharbour (approx 90 mins South of Sydney) and named after our ancestor and Shellharbour Councillor - Edward Killalea.
The park covers an area of approx 250 hectares and is visited by many tourists and holiday makers. |
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This page of Killalea State Park photos is now dedicated to the memory of Leanne Kellalea who has been our main Killalea researcher and family reunion organiser for many years. Sadly Leanne lost her long battle with cancer on 17th of June 2010 and will be greatly missed by the entire Killalea family in Australia and around the World. Leanne always hoped to see the day that Killalea State Park would be saved from any development and text back "Fantastic News" when she was notified of the announcement that it was saved. She was unable to speak by that stage of her illness but was delighted with the outcome. Throughout her long cancer battle she kept going as long as she could with providing information about what was happening regarding Killalea State Park which appeared on the "Killalea Protest" page of this site for family members to read. There is no doubt we will all have to remain vigilant and again take up the battle to save this natural scenic park from development for Leanne's sake if there is any such future proposals. Should any development ever be allowed which blocks the natural views available there now the main attraction of the place would be totally lost for ever. *** Personal tributes and messages can also be found at the bottom of this page.*** |
Photos taken at Killalea State Park over recent years by Terry Killalea-Hore.
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| Killalea Beach | Coral Tree at Killalea Beach | Killalea Beach taken
from along the old track leading to beach |
Echidna in hiding |
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| Killalea Lagoon from Dairy | Swans on Killalea Lagoon | From road into new
car park for surfers |
Surfers at Killalea
Beach "The Farm" |
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| Old Dairy | Cattle Trough near Dairy | Base of Fig Tree
with a Rock Fence in the background |
One of the Rock Fences |
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| Rotunda | View away from Beach
through 3 Coral Trees |
Southern (Minnamurra)
end of Killalea State Park |
Looking South from
track leading to Killalea Lagoon |
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 Full Moon over Killalea Beach |
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 This might look pretty but it's a noxious weed |
| Rock Steps Minnamurra end of Park |
Maidenhair Fern | ||
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Some of the other flowers seen in the Park
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| Family Plaque at
the Killalea House Site |
Location of the Killalea House | View of Killalea
Beach from House Site |
Sunset from the Park |
KILLALEA BEACH WEATHER FORECAST Check out the weather forecast for the next 5 days at Killalea Beach.
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- Camping Area at Killalea State Park (Click here for further information on Camping Area & Fees)
- Killalea State Park now have a Facebook page showing additional details on Specials etc for anybody wanting to use the camping/accommodation facilities in the Park.
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| Entrance to Camping Area with toilet block & undercover eating area in the background |
Campsites area located in a sheltered part
of the Park but there are no powered sites |
Bunkhouse accommodation is also available
with rooms for various numbers of people |
Covered Outside Eating area, BBQ's and tables. Could also be used for campfire sing-a-longs |
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Other involvement Leanne had with projects at Killalea State Park
A very interesting book called "KILLALEA" "A European History of Killalea State Recreation Area" gives a lot of information about the area and an insight into the lives of Edward and Maria Killalea for any interested family members. The book was researched and compiled by the participants of a New Work Opportunity Program funded by the Department of Employment, Education and Training and sponsored by Southern Skills Training Company Incorporated. The Co-ordinator, Training and Development Officer for the project was Sonia Bianchotti and it was first published in 1996. Leanne provided quite a lot of Killalea family information and old photos for the project. In return the group provided Leanne with additional information about the Killalea family which they had come across locally with their research.
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The Killalea name appears elsewhere around Shellharbour
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From when Cec Hore found out that his surname should have been Killalea and that he descended from Edward and Maria Killalea he had a real desire to visit Killalea State Park before he died. Cec's grandfather John Killalea was probably born at "The Farm" where the family plaque is now located. Cec visited the Park in 2007 and although in his 80's he really enjoyed seeing both Killalea State Park and Killalea Beach. He was also surprised to find a "Killalea Burger" on the menu at the Shellharbour Worker's Club and had to try one being a retired chef himself. He gave it a rating of 10 out of 10 and recommends it to all the family to try. |
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1986 Reunion Photos - 1997 Reunion Photos - 2009 Family Gathering
The fight to save Killalea State Park from development as recorded by Leanne up to the stage she was too sick to keep it going.
Media Articles related to activities at Killalea State Park over recent years.
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Access to Killalea State Park - "The Farm" & "Mystics Beach"
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Web Sites of interest:
KILLALEA STATE PARK (New South Wales State Park Site)
SHELLHARBOUR TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE
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TRIBUTES TO LEANNE & OTHER PERSONAL MESSAGES:
This is the poem Leanne wanted read out at her funeral and the wording is so typical of her attitude to life.
Leanne's last walk on Killalea Beach |
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Many people will walk
in and out of our life, but Leanne has left her footprint in our hearts.
Leanne was one of those rare people who gave her all and made people
feel welcome and wanted and that applies to me. Her relentless efforts in researching the Killalea family tree is amazing. I am so proud to be added to the Killalea family tree and I am grateful to Leanne for giving us a connection to other family members who otherwise we would have never known. Valmai Helen Raper |
Our thoughts, prayers and best wishes are
extended to her family, she is a good role model for them with the time
and effort spent in bringing the extended Killalea families together
over the years, a job well done. Richard and Pauline Caulfield |
Leanne gave me a Gift I shall always cherish,
she answered a question I had wanted to know for a long time. "Where
do I come from"? Leanne almost moved mountains to achieve her Goal….a very driven, strong, intelligent woman. Pam Richards |
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Sorry to hear that. It would have been
good to meet her and talk about Killelea things. Patrick Killelea - U.S.A |
My heart goes out to all her family. I have
the most respect for Leanne and I hope that she has found peace. Kind regards Colleen Kellalea |
Please pass on
to other family members my sincere condolences. I hope we do not lose touch. Glenda Le Gallant |
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I'm sorry to hear the
sad news and she will be remembered in my prayers. I was in Ballinasloe
yesterday (17/6/2010) and met some people from Kiltormer. Regards, Seán Kenny - Ireland |
My commiserations go out to the Killalea
family and all who were close to Leanne. I hope the protection
of Killalea State Park gave her some peace in her last days. Kind Regards, Chris Homer |
I am very saddened to hear about Leanne. Regards, Mairi Petersen |
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Please pass on my condolences to Leanne's
family, thank God she is now at peace. Carmel Brown |
Leanne's determination was shown with her
search to find why my grandfather (Joseph Killalea) was raised as Joe
Hore. She ended up with a database of over 7,500 descendants of
John Hoare & Elizabeth Love. Leanne graciously handed all
this information over to others researching the Hoare/Hore, Love &
Seymour lines. Also pioneer families of the Illawarra area. These families will also remember Leanne. Terry Killalea-Hore |
What a sad end!
I hope she managed to complete the family history that she had dedicated so much time to. I'd certainly like to have a chance to see it one day. Please pass on my best wishes to her close family. Kind regards Graham Lewis |
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We are all saddened
at the passing of Leanne. She will be greatly missed. On
behalf of our Killalea family, please pass our condolences onto Leanne's
family. Wendy, Mark, Alexa & Victoria Ready. Alan, Neva, Jason, Shane & Katie Bryant. Ken, Jenny & Craig Killalea. Fiona, Tim, Matthew, Sarah & William Elks. Marion Spencer. Paula, Brett, Joshua & Jordan Morris. Donna, Jamie & Dylan Radtke. Yvonne, Jason & Caleb Halstead. |
It has been my absolute pleasure to have
known Leanne and shared part of her life and I extend these same thoughts
to her family and friends. All the best with the future challenges you face at Killalea Park. All the best to the family. Kind regards Lisa Reid (Abley Real Estate Pty Ltd) |
We wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy
on the passing of your beloved Leanne, and express the wonderful legacy
Leanne has left for all to enjoy at Killalea. Kevin & Dorothy Gillis Tongarra Heritage Society |
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