Lake Macquarie City Council reveals a draft $80 million capital works plan for 2026-27, with over half earmarked for its fire-damaged Speers Point administration building. Discover the community projects set to benefit.
Discover how Graham Brown turned a passion into a profession, capturing iconic Illawarra sporting moments and earning global recognition. His story is one of timing, persistence, and pure love for the game.
The popular Lorne burger joint The Bottle of Milk is under external administration, casting doubt on its future. Key details on the restructure and what it means for the iconic Surf Coast spot.
The Shire of Murray has finished installing its new licence plate recognition CCTV network, boosting community safety with real-time data for police. Read about the project and its funding.
Nearly 200 people from diverse backgrounds gathered in Wollongong for a Hanukkah service, showing solidarity with the Jewish community days after the deadly Bondi terror attack. Read about the powerful message of unity.
The Geelong community has come together to raise over $7000 for disability advocate Sarah Humble, funding a new power wheelchair to replace her failing one. Read this heartwarming story of local support.
Popular Australian sports presenter Duncan McKenzie-McHarg has died in Los Angeles aged 41. Tributes flow for the former Triple M, Channel 7, and Stan Sport broadcaster.
The Illawarra Mercury unveils its exclusive list of 56 standout young athletes set to dominate courts, fields, pools, and slopes in 2025. Discover the region's future champions.
The Trump administration is firing over 1,100 scientists and dismantling a premier climate research institute, removing references to human-caused climate change from official websites. This analysis explores the political motives behind the attack on sci
Sunshine Coast caravan maker Zone RV collapses, leaving customers owed $18M. New allegations claim the company traded insolvent for over two years. Read the full investigation.
Hundreds gathered in Nowra for a vigil supporting the Shoalhaven Jewish community after the Bondi terror attack. Attendees heard emotional calls for unity against hate.
The City of Wanneroo has abandoned its controversial $21.2 million Scenic Park sports hub proposal following strong community opposition. Read about the council's decision and future plans.
Former Wiluna Mining chair Milan Jerkovic pledges to continue his push for answers from FTI Consulting over the collapsed gold miner's administration. Key court developments and a major share sale unfold.
In the wake of the Bondi attack, a journalist reflects on the suburb's unique, close-knit community and the vital role of its Jewish residents. This is about the Australia we choose to be.
New data reveals Gungahlin and Molonglo Valley are severely underserved for sports fields, forcing clubs to use marquees as change rooms. Discover the impact on local sport.
Cricket legend Justin Langer argues parents and coaches must replace gut feelings with data to identify true sporting talent in children. Discover his evidence-based approach.
Former soldier Ian Bone is transforming Townsville's fitness scene, building a thriving combat sports community from the ground up. Discover his inspiring journey.
Get ready for festive fun at the South Canberra Community Markets this Saturday, 10am-2pm. Enjoy Santa photos with pets, farm buggy rides, kids' crafts, stalls, food, and live music, all supporting local youth charities.
A consortium including Tahmoor mine staff is bidding for the colliery after documents revealed a $427m asset transfer to prop up Sanjeev Gupta's other companies. Creditors decide its fate on Monday.
Human services giant APM has acquired failed NDIS provider Therapy Focus, securing jobs and continuity for 10,000 clients. The deal beats rival bidder Brightwater Care Group.
Australian caravan manufacturer Zone RV has collapsed into administration, resulting in 120 job losses. Administrators are now assessing the future of the business. Read the full story.
Documents reveal ASIC was warned Zone RV was trading insolvent in September. The Coolum Beach caravan company's collapse has left customers, including a cancer survivor, out of pocket by hundreds of thousands of dollars just before Christmas.
Western Australian therapeutic honey startup Australian Honey Ventures has been placed into voluntary administration, casting doubt on its ambitious medicinal product pipeline and investment plans.
Queensland luxury caravan manufacturer Zone RV enters voluntary administration, jeopardising customer deposits and 250 jobs weeks before Christmas. Full story on the industry crisis.
More than 180 Australian workers face an uncertain Christmas after fourth-generation family farming enterprise Dicky Bill Australia collapsed into voluntary administration. Read the full story.
After nearly six years, buyers in Narrabundah will finally get their townhouses. Madison Construction aims for March move-ins after project's troubled past. Read the full story.
Vito Gaudiosi and Nick O'Hara from Crockers Gym have been voted Illawarra's best junior sports coaches in a massive community poll. Discover the full top 20 list and what makes these coaches special.
The Trump administration is requesting migrant crime data from Australia, a move experts warn will scapegoat vulnerable people and spread harmful misinformation.
Port Stephens Council launches a last-minute bid to host the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre as Newcastle faces community opposition. Could this resolve the stadium standoff?
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.