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.
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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.
Bad parking delays Geelong emergency crews, risks lives
Geelong emergency services issue a stark warning: poor parking is blocking access and delaying critical response times, putting lives at risk across the city.
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.
Car fire erupts on Kirwan street, emergency crews respond
Emergency services rushed to a suburban street in Kirwan after a car burst into flames. No injuries were reported. Read the full details of the response.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Car Fire Closes Captain Cook Highway Christmas Night
A dramatic car fire forced the closure of the Captain Cook Highway near Cairns on Christmas night, causing major traffic disruptions. Emergency services responded swiftly.
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.
Serious crash closes Hamilton Highway near Geelong
Emergency services rushed to a serious crash on the Hamilton Highway near Inverleigh. The road was closed as crews worked to free a trapped driver. Read the latest updates.
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.
WA volunteers sacrifice Christmas to help others
As Perth faces a record-hot Christmas, thousands of emergency services volunteers are giving up family time to keep the community safe. Read their inspiring stories.
Princes Highway crash at Mt Moriac causes traffic chaos
A two-vehicle collision on the Princes Highway at Mount Moriac brought traffic to a standstill. Emergency services responded, with two people taken to Geelong Hospital. Read the latest.
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.
Gerringong balcony collapse injures two
A man and woman suffered serious ankle injuries after a balcony collapsed in Gerringong. Special operations paramedics treated the scene. Read the latest.
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.
Boy, 8, saves family from Townsville house fire
An eight-year-old Townsville boy is being praised for his quick thinking after waking to a smoke-filled bedroom and alerting his family to a house fire. Read his heroic story.
Firefighters' urgent Christmas warning for Townsville
Townsville firefighters warn of Christmas fire dangers from cooking and lithium batteries. Learn their crucial safety tips to protect your home this holiday season.
New Cairns Hospital Helipad Critical for Saving Lives
Cairns Hospital's new $3.5 million helipad is set to drastically cut transfer times for critical patients, boosting emergency care for the Far North. Read how this upgrade will save lives.
Crown Perth evacuated after fire alarm triggered
Crown Perth was evacuated on Sunday evening after a fire alarm sounded. Guests and staff were directed to car parks as emergency services responded. Read the latest 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.
Cairns CBD evacuated after car park fire
A vehicle fire in a Cairns CBD car park forced evacuations and brought emergency services to the scene. Read the latest on the incident and its impact.
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.
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.
Phone fire prompts ACT school bus evacuation
High school students were safely evacuated from a bus in Canberra's north after a mobile phone began smoking. No serious injuries reported. Full details on the incident.
Car crashes into Niddrie medical centre, one dead
A man has died and two others are in hospital after a car crashed into a Melbourne medical centre. Police are investigating the cause of the tragic incident.
DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
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