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"It’s abysmal planning and a very poor outcome." – Equilibrium Healthcare GP's verdict after Wollongong City Council ann...
16/01/2026

"It’s abysmal planning and a very poor outcome." – Equilibrium Healthcare GP's verdict after Wollongong City Council announced Helensburgh Pool will not reopen until "mid-to-late February"

Wollongong City Council announced that, due to a supply chain problem and a delay in the delivery of essential tiles, Helensburgh Pool would not reopen until "mid-to-late February 2026"

The community has rallied round to support the Fahey family at Darkes Forest, with more than $16,000 in donations pourin...
14/01/2026

The community has rallied round to support the Fahey family at Darkes Forest, with more than $16,000 in donations pouring in after Glenbernie Orchard farmer Glenn Fahey was recently diagnosed with a brain tumour

The community has rallied round Glenbernie Orchard farmer Glenn Fahey after he was diagnosed with an advanced Grade 4 Glioblastoma brain tumour

14/01/2026

Bargain alert: Thirroul's The Living Hearth is having a new year warehouse sale and it starts tomorrow! Up to 70% off in store or online from 16 to 19 January at shop 5/264 Lawrence Hargrave Drive.
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Illawarra Jet Ski Tours have had approval to go ahead, commencing with a “grand opening” this Saturday, 17 January, Jere...
14/01/2026

Illawarra Jet Ski Tours have had approval to go ahead, commencing with a “grand opening” this Saturday, 17 January, Jeremy Lasek reports

Illawarra Jet Ski Tours have had approval to go ahead, commencing with a “grand opening” this Saturday, 17 January

This year’s Honk Oz brought performers from all around Australia to enjoy Wollongong’s vibrant music, art and activism
13/01/2026

This year’s Honk Oz brought performers from all around Australia to enjoy Wollongong’s vibrant music, art and activism

This year’s HONK! Oz festival brought performers from all around Australia to enjoy Wollongong’s vibrant music, art and activism.

More than 500 guests visited 30-plus Illawarra gardens on the third annual Edible Garden Trail in late November – the bi...
13/01/2026

More than 500 guests visited 30-plus Illawarra gardens on the third annual Edible Garden Trail in late November – the biggest total yet – seeking inspiration about how to begin or expand their own projects, Tyneesha Williams reports

Healthy Cities Australia

With the warmer months luring more people outdoors, thoughts are turning to raising plantlife and the rewards of getting fingers in the dirt (with appropriate gloves, of course). More than 500 guests visited 30-plus Illawarra gardens on the third annual Edible Garden Trail in late November – the b...

When Stanwell Park drone photographer Duncan Leadbitter saw the SharkSmart app light up, he headed for the beach. What h...
13/01/2026

When Stanwell Park drone photographer Duncan Leadbitter saw the SharkSmart app light up, he headed for the beach. What he saw prompted a question about Council's ping policy

When Stanwell Park drone photographer Duncan Leadbitter saw the SharkSmart app light up, he headed for the beach. What he saw prompted a question about Council's ping policy

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