Dapto duo top Illawarra's best junior coaches
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.
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.
Caleb Cooper and Corey Keating launch The Boys on Veronica, a fully gluten-free cafe in Warilla responding to community demand for safe, high-quality coeliac-friendly dining options.
Beloved Inglewood Monday Night Markets cancelled after a 40% funding cut and rising costs. The 10-year community tradition ends just before summer. Find out how to help.
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.
Discover the Illawarra's best Christmas light displays with the Mercury's 2025 interactive map. Register your home by Dec 10 to be included in this festive spectacle.
Hundreds of children experienced early Christmas magic at McDonald Jones Stadium during Variety's annual party, featuring Santa, gifts, and inclusive activities for all abilities.
The Yours and Owls Festival is set for a 2026 return to Wollongong, backed by a $250,000 federal grant. Discover how this funding supports Australian artists and the local music scene.
Helios Medical Rooms in Wollongong boosted patient numbers through local advertising with ACM. Discover how community-focused marketing builds trust and delivers real results for Australian small businesses.
Thousands celebrated WA Day at Burswood Park with family activities, live music, and innovation exhibits. Discover the highlights from the vibrant festival finale.
Discover how Elizabeth Paterson and Jason Crockett travelled hundreds of kilometres to win big at The Gong Raceday's Fashions on the Field. See their stunning outfits and learn their style secrets.
Western Australia's vibrant multicultural community came together for an unforgettable weekend at Burswood Park Festival. Discover how this event showcased WA's diversity and unity.
This week in Illawarra courts featured dramatic cases including a drug syndicate member pleading guilty, a chef convicted of rape, and a murder case dismissal due to mental health. Read the full details.
Vinnies plans to build WA's first Community Food Centre in Balga, providing free meals, workshops, and support services to combat food insecurity. A new approach to community support.
After three decades of advocacy, Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council secures $30 million for a long-awaited cyclone shelter, providing safety for 4,000 residents during extreme weather events.
The Illawarra Hotel seeks council approval for five annual street closures, expanding its popular block parties to include Anzac Day celebrations. Read about the proposed events.
Cairns Fashion Week 2024 launches with powerful displays of family heritage and cultural storytelling through fashion. Discover the emerging designers and local talent.
Western Australia's capital is hosting an unprecedented lineup of world-class sporting events, from tennis to football and cricket. Discover how Perth became the nation's sporting epicentre.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
Over 80 swimmers participated in Coalcliff's beach to Bombie ocean swim, celebrating Dave Winner's inspiring recovery and life-saving foundation. Discover the winners and community impact.
Rising Warilla surf star Kobe Sims dominates the opening rounds of the Sydney Water Surf Series after a winter of intense training. Discover how the 16-year-old triumphed on home sand.
Thousands lined the M1 to cheer the 2025 Illawarra Convoy, a massive truck procession that has raised over $27 million since 2005 for families facing life-threatening illnesses.
The Wollongong and Illawarra region has secured a top 10 ranking for pet-friendliness, boasting excellent veterinary services, dog parks, and community support. Discover what makes this region a paradise for pet owners.
Geelong's popular Roam festival will return in 2027 after delivering a $23 million economic boost to the region. The event attracted thousands of visitors and showcased local talent.
Perth's LGBTQIA+ community reports escalating homophobic abuse and assaults. New data shows a troubling reversal in Australian attitudes since 2017. Community leaders demand action.
Geelong Dance Movement announces spectacular 2025 concert featuring local talent. Discover performance dates, venues and how to participate in this vibrant celebration.
New Kiama MP Katelin McInerney uses maiden speech to advocate for sustainable development with proper infrastructure, not just housing. Read her vision for the Illawarra region.
Wadi Wadi elder Aunty Heather Ball defied medical predictions to guide her Illawarra community for 20 extra years through quiet strength and compassion. Learn about her remarkable legacy.
South Perth's inaugural Como Country Fair is on this Saturday, November 8. Enjoy free family fun with food trucks, a petting zoo, live music, and more at Comer Reserve.
After reader feedback, we reveal the Illawarra Premier League legends overlooked in our original G.O.A.T. list, including Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak. Who made the cut?
South Australia's regional champions were celebrated at the 2025 Regional Awards night in Adelaide. Discover the inspiring winners and their community contributions.