Mount Kembla, located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, is a historic and picturesque suburb known for its natural beauty and rich mining heritage. Situated approximately 10 kilometers west of Wollongong, it is nestled at the base of the Illawarra Escarpment, offering stunning views and access to bushwalking trails like the Mount Kembla Summit Track. The suburb is historically significant due to the 1902 Mount Kembla mining disaster, which remains one of Australia's worst industrial accidents. Today, Mount Kembla is a tranquil, semi-rural community characterized by its lush surroundings, heritage sites, and a strong sense of local history and identity.
| Postcode: | 2526 |
| State: | NSW |
| Coordinates (lat/long): | -34.380765, 150.77681 |
| Federal Electorate: | Whitlam |