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.
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.
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.
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.
Geelong's property market has started 2025 with solid auction activity. See the latest sales results and which suburbs are performing strongly.
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.
Wollongong and Shellharbour councils announce altered bin collection schedules over Christmas. Find out your new collection days and extra recycling services.
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.
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.
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.
Townsville's property market shows strong activity with key sales and auction results for the week ending December 20. Discover which suburbs are performing best.
Belle Property's head office has taken direct control of its Hunter Valley operations, pledging new safety measures and support for staff and clients after a distressing period. Read the full statement.
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.
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.
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.
The Townsville property market showed strong activity in early December. Get the latest auction clearance rates, top sale prices, and expert insights on local trends.
The Geelong property market saw strong activity in early December. Discover which suburbs recorded standout sales and what the latest auction results reveal about local demand.
A recently renovated, five-bedroom residence at 18 Freycinet Way in Gnarabup presents pristine coastal living with sweeping ocean vistas, a 15m pool, and multi-generational potential. Contact agent David Cross for details.
Geelong's property market saw strong results in early December. Discover which suburbs achieved standout sales and what the latest auction clearance rates reveal about local demand.
A 35-year-old woman suffered head and leg injuries after being struck by a Volkswagen SUV near the Shellharbour boat ramp. The driver told police he swerved to avoid a man on the road. Read the latest details.
The Illawarra airshow is back, rebranded as Wings Over Shellharbour and set for May 2026 under new organisers Paul Bennet Airshows. Get the full details on the revival.
Townsville's property market shows robust performance with multiple successful auctions and sales recorded in late November. Discover which suburbs led the growth.
A stunning four-bedroom Tullimbar residence, featuring a saltwater pool and covered alfresco area, is on the market. Priced from $1.495m, it's perfect for families who love to entertain.
Three sets of Illawarra siblings are making waves in A-League Men and Women competitions. Discover how local talent is transforming Australian football.
Exciting news for aviation fans! Details about the revived Wings Over Illawarra airshow will be revealed next week following AMDA Foundation's withdrawal. Stay tuned for dates and new operators.
Major planning changes are set to transform the Illawarra region with 11,000 new homes and taller buildings proposed across Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama. Discover how these developments will reshape our communities.
Byron Bay's luxury property market crashes as sellers cut millions off asking prices. Exclusive data reveals dramatic price corrections in the once-booming coastal hotspot.
A leading South Australian real estate agent reveals up to 90% of inquiries come from realestate.com.au, calling it 'non-negotiable' for market success. Discover why.
Perth's property market faces unprecedented pressure with listings at record lows and intense buyer competition. Discover what's driving the crisis and when relief might come.
Defence Housing Australia plans to nearly double its Rockingham portfolio, adding 200 homes annually over five years to support Navy personnel and local economy.