A weekend of crashes in the Illawarra region saw multiple teens hospitalised and a child airlifted to Sydney. Get the latest details on the separate incidents at Minnamurra, Wollongong, and Mount Kembla.
Liquidator's report reveals Gungahlin United FC owes $682,000 with only $55,000 in assets, leaving players, parents and government out of pocket. Read the full breakdown of the Canberra football collapse.
Geelong's Corio Cricket Club launches mental health awareness matches to foster community support and break down stigma. See how sport is driving change.
NSW Police hold concerns for Jeffrey Berthaly, 84, missing from Albion Park, and Faith Sleight, 25, who may be in Port Kembla. Both were last seen on January 8. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
BlueScope Steel's board has firmly rejected a $13 billion takeover bid from Kerry Stokes and US partner Steel Dynamics, calling it an undervalued and opportunistic move. The tussle for Australia's largest steelmaker continues.
SGH and Steel Dynamics propose splitting BlueScope's Australian and North American operations in a $13.2bn joint takeover. BlueScope's board is evaluating the $30-a-share offer.
Jockey Maryann White delivers an emotional victory at Pinjarra in the Richie Polak Memorial, riding for her late partner. A story of love, loss, and triumph in Australian horse racing.
Wollongong activists condemn US invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of President Maduro, labelling it a war crime. They demand Australia withdraw from AUKUS and scrap plans for a Port Kembla nuclear submarine base.
Explore a fascinating year from the Illawarra Mercury's history column, featuring tales of drunken tree-chopping, fiery ships, political threats, and vintage crime. Dive into 170 years of local stories.
The Illawarra-Shoalhaven region's 2025 progress, led by Port Kembla's major rezoning, unlocks thousands of jobs in clean energy and manufacturing. Industry leaders warn the region must act now or risk losing its strongest position in a generation.
Port Kembla footballer Danika Matos is set to celebrate her 100th A-League Women's game, marking a historic moment for the region's talent. Discover the story behind this huge achievement.
Ageless gelding Sowar, at nine years old, clinched the $100,000 Mount Augustus Tourist Park Walkaway Cup in a gutsy performance. Read the full story of this remarkable win and what's next for jockey Holly Watson.
Newcastle's iconic Boxing Day races made a triumphant return, with over 5000 attendees defying cooler weather. The event, boosted by headliner Hot Dub Time Machine, saw a surge in pre-sales and a vibrant party atmosphere.
Relive the most glamorous 2025 weddings of Australia's Olympic swimmers, jockeys, soccer players and AFL legends. See who tied the knot this year.
The Australian racing community is in mourning after the tragic death of 24-year-old apprentice jockey Bronte Simpson in a single-vehicle crash near Dubbo. Read the full tribute.
A new women's social club, 'Wonderful Connections', is launching in North Queensland to help women build friendships and networks. The first event is on May 18.
A busy week in Wollongong courts saw ex-footballer Wendell Sailor arrested, Trent Merrin avoid conviction for crypto theft, and a $2.5 million embezzlement case. Read the latest local legal news.
Former Dragons player Trent Merrin has received a conditional release order after pleading guilty to stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin. The Port Kembla court heard he repaid the amount with interest. Read the full details.
UFC champion Alex Volkanovski is set to star in the 2026 Street Fighter film. The Wollongong fighter also unveiled a massive mural at his team's new state-of-the-art Port Kembla facility, where he'll train for his Sydney homecoming fight in February.
The Ellis Beach Surf Life Saving Club has triumphantly reopened after a devastating fire, securing its future just in time for its 100th anniversary. Discover the community's incredible comeback story.
A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
The planned closure of the Vikings Club in Chisholm after 36 years has been labelled a 'slap in the face' to locals. The move highlights tensions over ACT gaming reforms and cross-border competition.
Squadron Energy says its Port Kembla LNG terminal is the sole fix for the East Coast's gas crisis, set for 2028 but ready by 2027. Read how it aims to cut prices and reliance on new fields.
Former St George Illawarra Dragons forward Trent Merrin has appeared in Port Kembla court, accused of stealing $140,000 in cryptocurrency. The case adjourned for plea negotiations.
Former NRL star Trent Merrin has appeared in a NSW court, accused of stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin from a friend's account. The case adjourned until December 10.
Local trainer Kerry Parker is one win away from his 150th home-track success at Kembla Grange. His promising mare Elivina leads a strong team aiming to secure this major milestone.
Local trainer Kerry Parker is one win away from his 150th home-track success at Kembla Grange. His promising mare Elivina leads a strong team aiming to secure this major milestone. Read more.
Racing Victoria stewards have concluded their investigation into the fall that left jockey Tom Prebble with devastating spinal injuries. No fault found. Read the full findings.
Heartbreaking end for Canberra football club as members vote to wind up after 20 years. Liquidator appointed to handle $550,000 debts. Read the full story.
The chilling 1954 murder of Port Kembla nightwatchman James Douglas Hawkins, shot by a teenage burglar. Read the full investigation details and trial outcome.