IRT Tarrawanna

· 74-80 Caldwell Avenue Tarrawanna 2518 NSW

Residential aged care at IRT Tarrawanna in Tarrawanna, New South Wales

  • Permanent
  • Respite

About our home

IRT Tarrawanna Aged Care Centre is located in Tarrawanna, close to shops, dining, and beaches in the Wollongong area. The facility offers private care suites and secure dementia suites. Within walking distance are local amenities including a village for convenient shopping and social activities.

The center provides residents with various amenities such as a lounge, gardens, café, and hairdresser, and conducts regular activities for engagement. Each suite features an ensuite bathroom, furniture, television, air conditioning, and safety features.

IRT has over 50 years of experience in aged care, focusing on professional support and a community-centric lifestyle. Staff are available 24/7, complemented by emergency systems, meal services, and comprehensive maintenance.

  • Gardens
  • Nearby shops
  • Transport
  • Onsite hairdresser
  • Organised activities

Top Rated Home in Tarrawanna

One of the top homes in Tarrawanna according to residents and Government service audits.

8.5Overall Score
241 Staffing Minutes
3 Year Accreditation

IRT Tarrawanna Reviews

8.7· Recommended by 80% residents

Categories

Staff8.8
Home8.4
Independence8.9
Food6.4
Kindness9.3
Safety9.9

The Residents Experience rating shows what current residents at IRT Tarrawanna think of the food, staff, care and more. These ratings are from the 2025 Aged Care Quality Commission Survey.


John Pearson
John Pearson
 · 14/04/2018

Great facility for elderly

Laura Jane
Laura Jane
 · 14/12/2017

Staff seem genuinely interested on the well being of residents, facility is newly built and looks well maintained. Security is very good.

Joanne Campbell
Joanne Campbell
 · 27/10/2017

New, very clean, quiet, television room, staff are helpful and respectful.


Rooms & Pricing

No Accommodation fee for respite

You will only pay the Basic daily fee and may pay an additional services fee.

Concessional residents welcome

IRT Tarrawanna supports eligible government funded residents with subsidised fees.

Room Type
Price
PremiumSingle room + ensuite
$145.95 DailyOR$700,000 RAD
SuperiorSingle room + ensuite
$156.37 DailyOR$750,000 RAD

About the Staff

241
241 mins
All Care Staff
40 mins
Registered Nurse

Residents at IRT Tarrawanna on average received 241 minutes of total daily care (107% target) from a combination of support workers, enrolled and registered nurses. In September 2025, a Registered Nurse was on site 24:00 hours per day.


Things to know

About the operator

  • Operated by Illawarra Retirement Trust
  • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
  • ABN: 52000726536

Safety Checks

  • Certification valid
  • Has not received notice of sanction
  • Is accredited

Location

74-80 Caldwell Avenue Tarrawanna 2518 NSW

Questions

What is the ACQSC star rating of IRT Tarrawanna?

This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Good.

What is the price range of residential aged care at IRT Tarrawanna?

IRT Tarrawanna has 2 different types of rooms which range in price between $700,000 and $750,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.


Updated: 25 October 2025