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05/08/2026

THE ILLUSTRATOR WHO CAME TO STAY

What started as a move to the Illawarra quickly became a whole new source of inspiration for illustrator Felicity Gardner .illustrations

With a sketchbook always close by, Felicity has been capturing some of our favourite local places, from Kiama Ocean Pool to the Minnamurra River, through her bold, vintage-inspired illustrations that celebrate the beauty of the region we call home.

Along the way, she's discovered that every landscape has a story, and every market brings new conversations with locals who share why these places mean so much to them.

She also creates beautiful pet portraits, helping families celebrate the four-legged friends who have left lasting paw prints on their hearts.

Read Felicity's story in our latest issue or online via
https://coalcoastmagazine.com/coal-coast-magazine/the-illustrator-who-came-to-stay/

✍️ Analise Greenhalgh

29/07/2026

LAST DRINKS 🍻

Hearing the word ‘pub’ in Australia evokes a classic image; the local watering hole that welcomes one and all to indulge in a crisp cold beer. This is the world that Noni Hazlehurst draws audiences into in The Lark, the latest Australian production showing at IPAC from 5 August.

Read our interview > www.coalcoastmagazine.com

✏ Analise Greenhalgh
📸 Mia McDonald and Cameron Grant

01/07/2026

SHOP SMART, SHOP LOCAL

Think shopping local costs more? Think again.

From fresh fruit and veg to bakery treats, seafood, coffee beans and continental goodies, the Illawarra is full of independent producers and family-run businesses helping locals eat well without blowing the budget.

Whether you're wandering the aisles at Leisure Coast, picking up pastries from Queen Street Bakery, stocking up at Kiama Farmers' Market or grabbing fresh seafood straight from the harbour, every dollar spent locally helps keep our communities thriving.

Better produce. Better service. Better for our local economy.

What's your go-to local spot for groceries, baked goods or fresh produce? We'd love to hear it 👇

Read the full story in our latest issue or online
https://coalcoastmagazine.com/coal-coast-magazine/shop-smart-shop-local/

✍️ Lauren Pomphrey

17/06/2026

EVERYONE'S A LOCAL

Bulli's Heritage Hotel has been a watering hole for the community since 1889 — and under new management, it's throwing the doors open wider than ever.

New faces behind the bar, a gorgeous updated beer garden, live music back on the program and a GM who wants every single person who walks through the door to feel like a local. Yeah, we reckon that's worth stopping in for.

Next time you're driving through Bulli? Stop. There's something good happening here.

https://coalcoastmagazine.com/coal-coast-magazine/everyones-a-local

📍 240 Princes Hwy, Bulli
🔗 heritagehotel.com.au
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06/06/2026

WEEKEND VIBES 🌊

How are you kicking off your weekend? Coffee and - don’t mind if we do!

Ocean views at Kiama or a cool dip at Austi, we’ve got blue skies today. Stunning long weekend weather 😍

📸 Nicole A + +

03/06/2026

A CENTENARY OF STORIES

100 years since the first land auction at Werri Beach and what a journey it's been.

The Gerringong & District Historical Society have put together something really special to mark the milestone, and we reckon it's worth a read.

Grab a copy of the mag or click the link to find out more.

coalcoastmagazine.com/coal-coast-magazine/a-centenary-of-stories/

📍 Werri Beach
📖 Werri Beach – Celebrating 100 Years

31/05/2026

WINTER MAG OUT NOW 🌼

It’s here! Say hello to this gorgeous cover by .rose.photos - the native Coastal Banksia, she’s resilient and a real stunner.

There’s something about the colder months on our coastline that strips everything back — the crowds thin
out, the light goes golden and low, and the place reveals a quieter, more considered version of itself.

This issue leans into all of that – so make a cup of something hot and enjoy it slowly.

Happy reading,
Kate and Team CCM

24/05/2026

HAPPY SUNDAY 🐋☀️

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13/05/2026

ALL KILLER, NO FILLER 🧶⚡

From op-shop vintage sheets in Port Kembla to cult-followed merino knitwear worn around the world, WAH-WAH Australia is anything but ordinary.

Designer Kaylene Milner has built a brand where music, art and storytelling collide — collaborating with bands, artists and creatives to turn knitwear into wearable art. Think bold graphics, superfine merino wool, and pieces designed to stay in your wardrobe long after trends come and go.

What started in a Leichhardt sharehouse has grown into an internationally recognised label, with everyone from King Gizzard fans to Noel Fielding sporting the knits.

And beyond the designs themselves, WAH-WAH continues to give back — donating more than $210,000 to causes close to Kaylene’s heart over the past four years.

A local creative making global waves, one hero piece at a time.

Read the full story in our latest issue or online via the link below

https://coalcoastmagazine.com/coal-coast-magazine/all-killer-no-filler/

✍️ Kirsten Hammermeister

08/05/2026

LAST CALL FRIENDS! 📣

Team Coal Coast are making the finishing touches to our Winter mag - and if you want to see your business in our next issue, this is your moment!!

Join a fabulous group of advertisers that we’ve recently profiled - all local legends, just like you 🙌

Book online using the *link in bio*, email our legendary Partnerships Mgr Jac or send us a quick DM. Easy huh?

BOOKING - 8 May
ARTWORK - 12 May
LAUNCH - 1 June

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