Wollongong City Council has awarded the Lagoon Restaurant lease to Sydney hospitality giant The Grounds of Alexandria. The five-year deal promises a new era for the Stuart Park site. Read the full story.
Thomas Markle Sr makes an emotional plea to reunite with his daughter Meghan and meet his grandchildren after a life-saving leg amputation. Get the latest on this family rift.
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were notable no-shows at the Princess of Wales's annual Christmas carol service, despite receiving personal invitations. Get the full story on the royal family dynamics.
Plans for a new 79-place Montessori childcare centre on church land in Lake Heights have been submitted to Wollongong City Council. The development includes a shared underground car park and church upgrades. Read the full details.
Cameron Smith's quest for an Australian Open title ended in heartbreak at Royal Melbourne as Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen clinched victory with a stunning final-hole chip. Read the full story of the dramatic finish.
A man is in a life-threatening condition after a violent altercation in Brisbane's north. Police say the two men involved were known to each other. Read the latest details.
Cameron Smith is just one shot off the lead heading into the final round of the Australian Open at Royal Melbourne. Can the Queenslander cap a tough year with a home-soil victory? Follow the action.
Rory McIlroy's third round at the Australian Open took a bizarre turn when a discarded banana skin led to a double bogey at Royal Melbourne. See how the world No.2 recovered.
Vice Admiral Jonathan Earley takes command of Australia's submarine force, overseeing the transition to nuclear-powered vessels. Read about his vision for the future of Australian naval defence.
Rory McIlroy survived a shocking air swing to narrowly make the Australian Open cut. The Northern Irish star's late birdie blitz saved his weekend at Royal Melbourne. Follow the action.
Peter Scammell has been charged with murder five years after the death of his partner, nurse Katrina Hawker. A coronial inquest found her overdose death 'suspicious'. Read the chilling details.
A major redevelopment plan for Braddon's historic Coggan's Bakery and Waves Carwash sites proposes 13-storey apartments, a luxury hotel, and a public park. Discover the details of this transformative project for Canberra's inner north.
Rory McIlroy drew thousands of fans for a 7am tee time at Royal Melbourne. The golf superstar and Cameron Smith react to the challenging opening day of the Australian Open.
Golf superstar Rory McIlroy has delivered a frank assessment of Royal Melbourne's layout on the eve of the Australian Open, while committing to next year's event. Get the full story.
A development application for seven four-bedroom townhouses near the Mount Ousley interchange has been submitted. The proposal cites proximity to transport and the University of Wollongong as key benefits. Read the details.
A former University of Wollongong student accommodation site could be transformed with apartment towers up to 15 storeys high, delivering around 300 new homes near the CBD and hospital. Read the latest plans.
Golf star Cameron Smith admits 'head noise' is behind his dramatic form slump as he targets a breakthrough Australian Open victory at Royal Melbourne this week.
Tasmania-born Queen Mary of Denmark includes a Sydney Opera House ornament on the palace Christmas tree, a touching nod to her Australian roots. Discover the royal family's festive traditions.
The Sea Cliff Bridge will close this Sunday for a pro-Palestine march. NSW Police have approved the protest, with details on traffic disruptions to be finalised. Read more.
The Level 33 development on Flinders Street has been approved to add three more storeys and 33 apartments after a successful review. Discover how NSW's affordable housing policy made it possible.
Watch the incredible viral moment as the crowd at Royal Queensland sings Sweet Caroline, helping Daniel Hillier sink a crucial putt at the Australian PGA Championship.
Group Captain Darren Clare concludes his tenure as RAAF Base Townsville commander after three transformative years. Discover his legacy and future plans.
Watch Wollongong's City Diggers Club demolition through five months of time-lapse footage. The $230 million Globe development will bring new hotels and RSL facilities to the CBD.
Shoppers hit Wollongong Central for Black Friday deals as Australia poised for record $6.8 billion sales weekend. Discover the local shopping trends and consumer insights.
Wollongong City Council seeks public input to transform Flinders Street into a vibrant 'arrival boulevard' as thousands of new apartments reshape the area. Have your say on the future.
Wollongong Local Planning Panel rejects adult shop in Crown Street Mall due to proximity to church and unacceptable impact on children. Read the full details.
Australian golfer Daniel Gale scored a dream hole-in-one to win a $300,000 BMW M5 Touring at Royal Queensland, then surged into contention at the Australian PGA Championship.
Australian travellers can save big with Qatar Airways' Black Friday sale on European flights and Royal Caribbean's BOGO cruise deals. Book now for 2026 adventures!
Wollongong will host the Local Government NSW annual conference in November 2026, bringing 900+ delegates and economic benefits to the Illawarra region. Discover how this major event will boost local businesses.
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