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.
A driver and a child are seriously hurt in separate Perth crashes overnight, including a vehicle ploughing into a Baldivis home. Emergency services responded to both incidents.
Expert advice on minimising health risks from bushfire smoke. Learn about air quality, safe indoor practices, and effective masks to stay safe this summer.
Two young sisters are fighting for life following a serious multi-vehicle collision at a busy Sunshine Coast intersection. Seven people were injured in the incident.
Wollongong City Council will deploy surveillance cars to monitor timed parking zones from February 2026, replacing manual tyre chalking. The one-year trial aims to improve efficiency and turnover in high-demand areas.
A national car club abandons plans for a 200-person meeting in Wollongong due to a critical shortage of affordable hotel rooms, highlighting a major hurdle for the city's visitor economy.
A major crash involving a truck and five cars on Picton Road near Cataract has left one man with critical injuries and six people hospitalised. Emergency services remain on scene as the road is expected to be closed for some time.
A major multi-vehicle crash involving a truck has closed Picton Road near Cataract. One driver is in a critical condition with chest injuries. Read the latest updates on the emergency response.
Feeling hurt after being left out of a friend's party? Our Anxiety Aunt offers practical, empathetic advice on whether to clear the air or let it slide. Read her take on navigating adult friendship dramas.
Wollongong City Council will review the cancelled New Year's Eve fireworks after a wave washed over the breakwall. The probe will ask why there was no Plan B. Read the full story.
An East Corrimal firefighter's new Nissan Qashqai was smashed by a hit-and-run driver just hours after he bought it. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
An antisocial trend of using cling wrap to reserve public spaces has returned to Wollongong's Stuart Park for New Year's celebrations, sparking local outrage and calls for better enforcement.
Start the new year right with a healthier kitchen. The popular Philips Air Fryer 2000 Series is now just $135 on Amazon Australia, a 41% saving. Discover why it's perfect for easy, guilt-free meals.
Wollongong Art Gallery has closed an exhibition after artist Anthony Lister was charged with multiple offences, including alleged sexual assault. The council is monitoring the case.
Wollongong City Council cancels the 9pm New Year's Eve fireworks display due to dangerous ocean conditions at the harbour. Public safety cited as the top priority.
New data reveals Asia-Pacific air routes dominate global traffic, with Australia's Melbourne-Sydney link ranking 6th worldwide. Discover the top performers and key trends.
Wollongong residents condemn racist propaganda distributed in local letterboxes. A former AFP communications head speaks out against the 'filth' targeting the community.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Wollongong with details on foreshore road closures, public transport options, and fireworks displays. Essential travel advice for 31 December 2025.
Ring in 2026 across the Illawarra! Our complete guide covers Wollongong Harbour fireworks, the Summer Carnival, and live music from Royale With Cheese to Touch Sensitive. Find your perfect party.
Wollongong residents have shared ambitious ideas, including a tunnel and a Las Vegas-style sign, for the Flinders St 'arrival boulevard' revamp. What do you think should happen?
Plans lodged to replace the 50-year-old Boat Harbour Motel in Wollongong with a dual-tower apartment complex featuring affordable housing. Public exhibition open until February 9.
Grab Skechers' best-selling Stand On Air sneakers for just $79.99 in Amazon Australia's extended Boxing Day sale. Perfect for comfort and style in the new year.
The top-rated Vornado Air Circulator fan is now half price at $139.99 in Amazon Australia's Boxing Day sales. Its Vortex Action technology cools entire rooms. Act fast as stock is selling quickly.
A 32-year-old woman is in hospital after a car hit a tree on Kenwick Link in the early hours of Boxing Day. Major Crash investigators are appealing for witnesses.
Wollongong's bargain hunters weigh in on the Boxing Day vs Black Friday debate as national spending is set to hit $3.1 billion. Experts warn shoppers to track prices and beware of sophisticated scams.
A man has died after his van rolled on Goldfields Rd near Merredin. Emergency services responded but could not save him. The investigation is ongoing.
A teenage boy has died and two others are in a critical condition after a car hit a tree on the NSW Mid North Coast on Christmas Eve. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
Illawarra restaurants, pubs, and hotels are experiencing high demand for Christmas Day dining as families opt to avoid the stress of cooking at home. Discover the festive menus and prices on offer.
Wollongong revellers face a choice this New Year's Eve: harbour or CBD fireworks? The Illawarra Hotel adds a 9pm CBD show, complementing council's harbour display. Locals share their picks.
A teenage boy was winched to safety by emergency crews after falling down a cliff at Diamond Bay on the Mornington Peninsula. He was airlifted to hospital with a leg injury.