Shellharbour Deputy Mayor in ICU after brain aneurysms
Shellharbour Deputy Mayor Kellie Marsh is recovering in ICU after suffering two brain aneurysms. Mayor Chris Homer's timely phone call is credited with saving her life. Read the full story.
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4WD sinks at Shell Cove boat ramp, driver escapes
A man in his 60s had an expensive day out after his 4WD slid into the water at Shell Cove boat ramp. Emergency services responded to the incident, which caused a small oil spill. Read the full story.
Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge returns after cancer treatment
Newcastle Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge resumes civic duties after chemotherapy for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. He vows to focus on city basics and a community-led future. Read his inspiring story.
Shellharbour names 2026 Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year
Shellharbour City Council has announced its 2026 Citizen of the Year winners, recognising Jarrad Borg and Tahlia Bonanno for their outstanding community contributions. Discover their inspiring stories.
Shellharbour tennis star's $2.7m journey and sacrifices
From leaving home at 16 to a top-10 world ranking, Shellharbour's Ellen Perez opens up on the high cost, personal sacrifices, and relentless pursuit of a Grand Slam dream. Read her inspiring story.
Cairns Mayor's overseas disaster role sparks backlash
Cairns Mayor Terry James faces fierce criticism from local MPs for leading the city's disaster management group from overseas during a cyclone alert. Read the full story.
Car Crashes into Trees on Shellharbour Road, Three Hospitalised
A woman, man, and young boy were injured after their car left Shellharbour Road and hit trees near Croome. The woman was airlifted in a serious condition. Read the latest on the Illawarra crash.
Mayor Stops Removal of Geelong's Waterfront Bollards
Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan's plan to remove the city's colourful waterfront bollards has been halted by Deputy Mayor Stretch Kontelj. The iconic landmarks will stay for now.
Townsville Mayor Warns Cyclone Was a 'Dress Rehearsal'
Townsville Mayor Jenny Hill says Cyclone Kirrily served as a critical warning. The city must prepare for more severe weather events. Read the full analysis.
Shell Cove couple celebrates rare 70th wedding anniversary
Dale and Nada Jones from Shell Cove have reached a remarkable 70-year marriage milestone, a feat achieved by only 0.1% of couples. Discover their love story and secrets to a lasting union.
Shellharbour golf prodigy, 11, smashes dad's handicap
Mount Warrigal's Arlo Maksovic, 11, plays off a handicap of seven, surpassing his father. The young star aims for the PGA and dreams of more junior golfers in the Illawarra. Read his inspiring story.
Cairns Mayor departs for Japan amid tropical low threat
Cairns Mayor Terry James jets off on a Japanese trade mission while a tropical low intensifies off the Queensland coast, raising concerns for the region. Read the latest updates.
Two men arrested over car park scams targeting elderly women
NSW Police have charged two men with 72 offences each after a series of scams targeting elderly women in shopping centre car parks across the state. Authorities are seeking two other men.
20,000 cattle missing in North Queensland flood crisis
North Queensland's agricultural heartland faces a mounting crisis with nearly 20,000 cattle unaccounted for after devastating floods. Recovery efforts are underway as a new cyclone threat emerges. Get the full story.
Mamdani Inaugurated as New York City Mayor
Zahara Mamdani is inaugurated as the 110th mayor of New York, promising transformative policies on housing, climate, and equity. Follow her historic journey.
Lake Macquarie's 2025: A Year of Transition
Lake Macquarie City Council navigated a pivotal 2025, marked by a CEO departure, a united front on housing, and emerging political shifts. Read our full review of the year's key events.
Shocking Illawarra Court Cases of 2025: A Year in Review
A look back at the major court cases that shocked the Illawarra region in 2025, from a former MP's jailing for sex crimes to teen violence and a decades-old mystery. Read the full recap.
Basil Zempilas sets sights on 2029 WA state election
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas reveals his ambition to run in the 2029 Western Australian state election, declaring political life doesn't scare him. Read his full plan.
Cairns Mayor at odds with CCC over corruption risks
Cairns Mayor Terry James has publicly rejected a parliamentary submission by the Crime and Corruption Commission, claiming it misrepresents corruption risks in local government. Read the full story.
Christmas bin collection changes for Illawarra
Wollongong and Shellharbour councils announce altered bin collection schedules over Christmas. Find out your new collection days and extra recycling services.
Illawarra's Best Portuguese Tarts Revealed
Discover where to find the crispiest, most authentic Portuguese tarts in the Illawarra region. From Wollongong to Shellharbour, we reveal the bakeries locals swear by.
Shellharbour SLSC hosts annual Nippers Christmas party
Over 300 young members of Shellharbour Surf Life Saving Club celebrated the festive season with games, water activities and a foil-surfing Santa. See the gallery.
Illawarra's silent beach vigils for Bondi attack victims
Surf lifesavers from Austinmer to Kiama stood in silent reflection on Illawarra beaches to honour those killed in the Bondi Beach terror attack. The community joined for a National Day of Reflection.
Mayor's Story: From London Blitz to Central Australia
Newcastle Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge shares a powerful wartime story of finding a life's purpose in peace after tragedy, urging compassion following Sunday's events.
Turf Club boosts Mayor's Christmas Appeal with toy donation
The Townsville Turf Club has delivered a major boost to the Mayor's Christmas Appeal, donating a large collection of toys to ensure local children have gifts this festive season.
Ex-Lord Mayor's Husband Guilty of Assault
Giuseppe Scaffidi, husband of disgraced former Perth Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi, has been found guilty of assaulting an 82-year-old woman. Read the full court details.
Wollongong's $140M waste contract awarded to Remondis
Wollongong City Council has finalised a new seven-year domestic waste management contract worth over $140 million with Remondis, starting July 2027. Read the details of the deal.
Shellharbour woman killed in 'deliberate' Sunshine Coast crash
A 24-year-old Shellharbour woman has died after a 'deliberate' car crash on the Sunshine Coast. Mallee Smith was one of eight pedestrians struck. The driver faces attempted murder charges.
Cronulla riot fears after Bondi attack social media threats
Sydney's Sutherland Shire Mayor condemns 'reprehensible' online calls for violence, urging unity 20 years after the Cronulla riots. Police are monitoring closely.
Woman jailed for $2.5m embezzlement from Warilla business
Lynne Geoghegan has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison for embezzling nearly $2.5 million from Shellharbour Roofing Services over nine years. Read the full court details.
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