Black Friday $6.8B Boost for Australian Retail
Australian retailers get a $6.8 billion Black Friday boost, a record surge easing inflation pressure. Discover which sectors are winning big.
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Wollongong's Black Friday Shopping Mood Revealed
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.
Think Before You Buy This Black Friday Frenzy
Consumer expert Mel Strutt warns Australians against Black Friday impulse spending. Learn smart shopping strategies to avoid debt and buyer's remorse. Breathe before you buy!
Wings Over Illawarra airshow details announced next week
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.
Newcastle Council Faces Urgent Beaumont Street Concerns
Newcastle residents demand council action on Beaumont Street anti-social behaviour. Read about the community's frustration and the debate over spending priorities in our latest report.
Best Christmas Gifts for Her: 2024 Trends Revealed
Discover the most popular Christmas gifts for women this holiday season. From luxury skincare to personalised jewellery, find perfect presents she'll love.
Australian Shoppers Embrace Black Friday Deals Early
Australian consumers are chasing Black Friday discounts earlier than ever, with spending expected to reach $7.8 billion. Discover how shopping habits are changing.
Win $5000 in WA Christmas Lights Competition
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.
Parliament House Christmas tree lights up Canberra
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.
Illawarra Christmas Lights Map 2025 Guide
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.
Minimalist Christmas 2025: Eco-Friendly & Elegant
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.
ACT Private Sector Stagnates as Government Spending Dominates
New analysis reveals Canberra's economy is in a per capita recession with private sector growth of just 0.5% while government spending masks underlying weakness. Read the full breakdown.
WA shoppers tipped for Black Friday spending spree
Western Australian shoppers are expected to spend hundreds each during Black Friday sales. Get the latest spending predictions and retail trends for 2024.
$965m BOM Website Redesign Was Agency Open Secret
New Bureau of Meteorology boss reveals staggering $965 million website redesign cost was known internally. Read the shocking details about government spending.
Pocock warns APS budget cuts will be 'absolute disaster'
ACT Senator David Pocock and public sector unions condemn government's 5% APS budget cuts, warning devastating impact on smaller agencies and essential services.
Why Balsam Hill Christmas Trees Are a Cult Favourite
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!
Black Friday 2024: Aussie Shoppers Get Smarter
Black Friday spending is set to reach $12.7 billion despite fewer Australians participating. Discover how savvy shoppers are hunting for deals year-round.
Illawarra Court Roundup: Major Cases This Week
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.
Cairns Council's $1.5m Christmas: Snow in Tropics
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.
Geelong's $600k Tree Fee Sparks Council Debate
Geelong ratepayers fund $600,000 yearly for floating tree decorations. Council debates future of costly city beautification project amid budget pressures.
Aussie Mums Are Quiet Quitting Christmas Traditions
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.
Aussie mums are quietly quitting Christmas traditions
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.
Aussie mums are quietly quitting Christmas traditions
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.
Wollongong's Boozy Christmas Puds Save Your Holidays
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!
Liberals pledge more spending on missiles, drones
Opposition Leader Susan Ley commits to bolstering Australia's air and missile defence, autonomous weapons, and satellite capability to counter regional threats.
Police hunt three fugitives across Illawarra
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
Black Friday Shopping Trends in Australia Revealed
New survey shows Australian shopping habits for Black Friday sales. Discover how different generations approach deals and what influences their buying decisions.
Department spends $300k on office plants
Exclusive: DFAT spent over $300,000 maintaining office gardens while Labor cuts $6.4bn from public service. Read the shocking details about taxpayer-funded greenery.
Finance opposes parliamentary consultancy oversight
The Finance Department opposes giving politicians veto power over $2M+ consultancy contracts, warning it risks ministerial influence. Read the latest on government spending reforms.
Australia's defence spending crisis: Billions for little gain
Australia spends record $52.7 billion on defence but gets poor returns due to bureaucracy and inefficiency. Expert analysis reveals shocking capability gaps despite massive budget increases.
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