Aussies lashed for 'pathetic' Gabba Test over rate
Australia faces a heavy penalty after bowling just 74 overs on Day 1 of the Gabba Test. Critics blast the 'unacceptable' slow play, suggesting deliberate tactics. Download the 7NEWS app for more.
Australia faces a heavy penalty after bowling just 74 overs on Day 1 of the Gabba Test. Critics blast the 'unacceptable' slow play, suggesting deliberate tactics. Download the 7NEWS app for more.
Discover key ways Illawarra residents can support locals in need this Christmas, from donating hampers and gifts to volunteering at community events. Get involved and make a difference.
Work is now underway on The Merewether, a luxury over-55s community at Newcastle's golf club. Over half the $100M+ apartments are sold, with residents moving in within 18 months. Discover more.
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.
The Illawarra airshow is back, rebranded as Wings Over Shellharbour and set for May 2026 under new organisers Paul Bennet Airshows. Get the full details on the revival.
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.
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.
Developer Living Gems secures approval for a second luxury over-50s resort in Townsville, bringing $180 million in investment and creating hundreds of jobs for the 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.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
Three Illawarra masters cricketers saw their title dreams shattered as NSW finished fifth in the Over-60s National Championships. Get the full story on their tough homecoming tournament.
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.
New report ranks Wollongong as a top Australian city for entrepreneurs. Discover the reality for local businesses like Harbourside Records and what makes the Illawarra region thrive.
Popular North Wollongong cafe Diggies will close for at least six months from February 2026 due to essential sea wall construction. Learn how this impacts locals and the new lease agreement.
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.
St George Illawarra Dragons will face the Penrith Panthers in the 2026 NRL Magic Round finale at Suncorp Stadium. Get the full schedule and team insights.
Witness the spectacular aurora australis that lit up Illawarra and South Coast skies on November 12. Photographers share their stunning images and tips for capturing the southern lights.
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.
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.
Popular overflow parking at Scarborough Hotel will be fenced off this month due to liability concerns, potentially impacting local street parking. Learn what's happening.
Illawarra Hawks partner with KidsWish Foundation for special halftime activation during Sydney Kings clash. Support the cause and win signed basketball prizes.
Explore this breathtaking new Jamberoo residence featuring premium finishes, mountain views, and walkable village location. Priced $2.45M-$2.5M. Open inspection details inside.
After 572 days away from the NBL, Biwali Bayles returns stronger than ever with the Illawarra Hawks. Discover how his European stint transformed his game and confidence.
NSW Police launch Operation Amarok XII targeting high-risk domestic violence offenders in Illawarra. Eight men and two women wanted as DV assaults rise 12.4%.
Santa has arrived at Wollongong's Crown Street Mall, bringing festive cheer and photo opportunities until Christmas Eve. Discover all the locations for Santa photos across the Illawarra.
Discover this beautifully positioned Port Kembla property offering panoramic water views, established gardens, and modern comfort in one of Illawarra's most sought-after locations.