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.
7NEWS is searching for Victoria's most dazzling Christmas lights display. The winner gets $5,000! Enter by December 15. Vote for your favourite.
7NEWS is searching NSW for the ultimate Christmas lights display. Enter by December 15 for a chance to win $5,000. Your festive creation could be featured on TV!
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.
Santa's Farm in Tullimbar has opened for the Christmas season, offering families the chance to cut down their own real Christmas trees after nearly five years of growth. Local families share their festive traditions.
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.
Perth gears up for the 54th Alinta Energy Christmas Pageant on Dec 6. Jody Marshall dancers & Home and Away stars promise a spectacular night of festive fun.
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.
Discover the most popular Christmas gifts for women this holiday season. From luxury skincare to personalised jewellery, find perfect presents she'll love.
7NEWS is searching for Western Australia's most spectacular Christmas lights display. Enter now for your chance to win a $5,000 EFTPOS gift card! Upload your photos before December 17.
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.
Speaker Milton Dick and Senate President Sue Lines illuminate Parliament House's Christmas tree with sustainable charities Country Needs People and Landcare Australia as 2025 beneficiaries.
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.
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.
Discover how to create a minimalist Christmas with expert tips from Candy Lo. Embrace sustainable, year-round decor and reduce festive waste for a memorable season.
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?
Discover why Balsam Hill's ultra-realistic artificial Christmas trees, now 50% off for Black Friday, are the top choice for over three million homes worldwide. Find your perfect centrepiece today!
Cairns Council reveals ambitious $1.5 million Christmas plan featuring artificial snow in the tropics. Discover how the city will transform for the festive season.
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.
Exhausted Australian mothers are ditching stressful Christmas traditions like Elf on the Shelf. Discover why the 'bare-minimum Christmas' trend is growing and how it benefits families.
Exhausted Australian mothers are rebelling against festive burnout by 'quiet quitting' Christmas. Discover why traditions like Elf on the Shelf are being abandoned for a simpler, more joyful holiday season.
Fed up with the festive frenzy, Australian mothers are ditching stressful traditions like Elf on the Shelf for a simpler, 'bare-minimum Christmas'. Discover why this trend is growing and how it benefits families.
Former cafe owner Nicole Mayne launches The Good Pud Co in Wollongong, offering handmade Christmas desserts with traditional recipes and plenty of alcohol. Perfect for your festive table!
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.