Wollongong Welsh Choir disbands after three decades
The Wollongong Welsh Choir will hold its last concert this December, ending a 30-year tradition due to dwindling membership and fewer Welsh migrants to the Illawarra region.
The Wollongong Welsh Choir will hold its last concert this December, ending a 30-year tradition due to dwindling membership and fewer Welsh migrants to the Illawarra region.
The 2014 attempted abduction of April-lee Gillen in Lake Heights remains unsolved. Police believe someone in the Illawarra community knows the identity of the two men in a black BMW SUV.
Heatley Secondary College students dazzled Townsville with their formal attire, showcasing confidence and style in a memorable community celebration.
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.
The University of Newcastle has completed its $67.3 million Gosford Central building, expanding higher education access on the Central Coast. Tour the new facility on December 1.
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.
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on school infrastructure and teacher training. Learn how this investment will transform classrooms.
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.
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and student support. Learn how this investment will transform learning outcomes across the state.
A former NSW Board of Studies worker argues the HSC receives disproportionate resources compared to early childhood education. Read why Australia needs to rethink its educational priorities.
Thousands of Far North Queensland teachers walked off the job today, joining 50,000 educators statewide in demanding better pay and conditions. Learn how this affects local schools.
Radford College introduces new fee structure to address parent concerns over significant increases. Learn how the changes affect tuition and what it means for families in 2026.
Discover the influential leaders transforming Geelong's education landscape across schools and universities. Meet the visionaries shaping student success in our region.
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.
South Australia announces sweeping education reforms targeting skills development and employment pathways. Discover how these changes will impact students and the workforce.
South Australia's government reveals comprehensive education reforms including curriculum updates and teacher support initiatives. Learn how these changes will impact students across the state.
Western Australian parents and students deliver emotional letters to state parliament protesting the education funding crisis. Read their powerful stories and demands for change.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
Thousands of Victorian Year 12 students have completed their final VCE exams, marking the end of their secondary education journey. Read about their experiences and what comes next.
ACT faces silent crisis as boys trail girls in literacy by 20% and men account for 70% of suicides. Expert calls for male teachers and targeted support.
WA Premier Roger Cook suggests the state may have too many universities for its population size. The ongoing merger review continues as the government seeks to strengthen the higher education sector.
Christopher Lambe, a primary school science specialist from Perth, has been named WA's Teacher of the Year for his innovative approach to science education that engages young students.
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.
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School faces crisis with six suspensions daily in 2024. Community demands action on student behaviour and safety concerns.
South Australia invests $15 million in digital learning upgrades for schools, enhancing technology access and teacher training across the state. Learn how this initiative will transform education.
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?
A Wollongong West Public School reunion brought Helen and Kevin together decades after childhood. Now married 20 years, they returned for the school's centenary celebrations.
Western Australian education authorities issue urgent warning after Year 12 English exam text prompts disturbing online harassment of Indigenous author. Discover how the controversy unfolded and what's being done to address digital abuse.
Newcastle's graduating class of 2023 has erupted in celebration as the gruelling HSC exam period concludes, marking the end of 13 years of schooling with emotional farewells and wild festivities across the city.