11-year mystery: Hunt for Lake Heights abductors continues
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 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.
A 55-year-old woman has died after her car left the road and struck a tree on Whettem Road in Waroona. Major Crash investigators are appealing for witnesses.
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.
A man faces murder charges after a tragic crash in Doomadgee claimed the lives of a woman and child. Police investigation reveals shocking details about the incident.
A Queensland father faces murder charges after a domestic violence-related crash in Doomadgee killed his partner and 10-year-old daughter. Three other children were seriously injured in the tragedy.
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.
An 84-year-old woman faces charges months after allegedly hitting six-year-old Caleb Wesley and fleeing the scene in Teesdale. The community remains devastated by the tragedy.
Daniel Maher, a beloved father from Logan, died after being hit by a ute. Police are investigating the incident and appealing for dash cam footage.
A Queensland grandmother faces unimaginable loss after her daughter and two-year-old granddaughter died in a horrific Bruce Highway truck crash. The young father remains critically injured, unaware of the tragedy.
A Queensland family is grieving after a young mother, 21, and her two-year-old daughter died in a horrific truck crash on the Bruce Hwy near Rockhampton. The child's father is fighting for life in a Brisbane hospital.
A 33-year-old man has died after a trailer detached from a Toyota HiLux and struck his car on the Newell Highway near Tomingley. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
A man has died after being struck by a car at a Brooklyn intersection early Saturday morning. Police are investigating as Victoria's road toll reaches 256 deaths this year.
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.
An elderly woman has died and another is fighting for life after a two-car collision on River Rd in Northwood. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
A 57-year-old woman has died after her car left Premer Rd in Tambar Springs, NSW. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward.
A man has died following a serious collision between a ute and truck near Bacchus Marsh. Emergency services responded to the incident on Ingliston-Ballan Road.
An elderly woman has died after being hit by a car in a Melbourne medical centre carpark. Police are investigating the tragic incident that occurred on Thursday afternoon.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
Frank Moneger, 58, faces court after allegedly hitting 17-year-old Olivia with his ute in Margate and fleeing. The Boondall teen was just weeks from turning 18. Police investigations continue.
Ray Nicol, 57, killed in alleged hit-and-run near Bundaberg. The beloved lifeguard and dog trainer is remembered by family and community. Police charge 20-year-old driver.
Four men accused in separate fatal incidents in the Illawarra will face trial in 2026 after their cases were brought forward from 2027. Get the latest court updates.
Ronan Jason Grey sentenced to three-year jail term for culpable driving causing death of cyclist Alicia Celaya Jauregui on Lady Denman Drive. Read the full court details.
A family walk in Sydney's Hornsby ended in tragedy when a pregnant woman was struck and killed. The 19-year-old driver now faces serious charges. Read the full story.
A young contractor in his mid-20s has died after being struck by a falling steel beam at BlueScope's Port Kembla Steelworks. Investigations are underway.
Lucy Caroline Jenkins receives suspended sentence for causing death of Neale David Williams in Townsville car accident. Read the full court details.
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.
A woman in her 30s has died after her car left Ocean Street in Budgewoi and crashed into a building. Police are investigating and appeal for dashcam footage.
A young Armstrong Creek girl faces unimaginable loss after her parents and brother were killed in a horrific Stoneleigh crash. Community rallies with overwhelming support.