Ian Palamara was sentenced to over five years in prison for a reckless assault that caused grievous bodily harm to Carissa Edwards in a Kembla Grange park. The victim faces a guarded prognosis for her vision.
A South Australian lung transplant centre celebrates saving 300 lives. Its founder shares in patient joys, from weddings to births, marking profound community impact.
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.
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.
Dozens of elderly patients in Townsville are stranded in a medical ward, unable to be discharged due to a severe shortage of aged care beds. Their plight highlights a growing national crisis.
Unscrupulous providers scraped private data from the My Aged Care website, leading to a barrage of sales calls targeting vulnerable older Australians. Learn how to protect yourself.
Elderly Australians are being bombarded with aggressive sales calls after unscrupulous aged care providers scraped their private data from a government website. Learn how to protect yourself.
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.
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.
Elderly Magnetic Island residents face crisis as essential care provider ends services. Community demands immediate government action to fill critical gap.
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 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.
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.
Aged care provider IRT reports $34 million profit despite revenue growth, with major redevelopment projects planned for Diment Village and Marco Polo Centre in Illawarra.
Experience premium coastal living at 1/30 Keira Street, Wollongong. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom property features luxury finishes and prime location near beaches and CBD. Priced at $2.5 million.
A heritage-listed Keira Street restaurant in Wollongong is set for an upgrade with a new outdoor dining deck. The DA is on public exhibition until December 3.
Wollongong's new tourism campaign featuring a negative local dismissing attractions is polarising residents and experts. Does reverse psychology work for tourism?
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.
ACT Health Minister criticises federal funding as 70 patients remain stranded in Canberra hospitals awaiting aged care placement. Health crisis deepens amid funding dispute.
A heated turf war between retirement village operators intensifies in Somerton Park as residents face uncertainty. Discover how this corporate rivalry affects local seniors.
Smart fall detection systems using AI technology are transforming resident safety in Australian aged care facilities, providing continuous monitoring to prevent injuries and deaths from falls.
An 87-year-old man was pepper-sprayed by police after threatening staff with a metal ornament at a Sydney aged care facility. The incident has sparked an official review.
Wollongong City Council has revealed 15 proposed heritage sites including Helensburgh gutters, a Fairy Meadow church and Port Kembla buildings. Discover the historic locations.
Wollongong's dining scene expands as Crazy Pasta prepares to open on Keira Street, offering fresh handmade pasta and authentic Italian cuisine. Discover their menu and opening details.
Western Australia expands virtual emergency service for children, giving parents more options to avoid busy EDs. Learn how this initiative is transforming pediatric care.
TAFE NSW Wollongong's Chef's Table event highlights the region's growing hospitality industry and the next generation of culinary talent. Discover how local apprentices are shaping Illawarra's food scene.