New coeliac-safe cafe opens in Warilla
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.
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 Jetstar flight from the Gold Coast to Canberra made a priority landing in Sydney after an unusual smell was detected. All 173 passengers are safe. Investigations continue.
A 19-year-old man suffered serious injuries after crashing his dirt bike at Dimond Brothers Reserve in Horsley. He was airlifted to a Sydney hospital in a serious condition.
ATSB concludes investigation into fatal Point Lonsdale helicopter crash, revealing mechanical failure as cause. Read the full safety report findings.
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.
Two teenage boys are in hospital, one fighting for life, after a dirt bike collided with five vehicles in Adamstown Heights. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
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.
Major Crash Investigators appeal for witnesses after a road train collided with a Toyota Hilux on Great Southern Highway near East Beverley. Emergency services responded to the serious incident.
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 pilot in his 60s is fighting for life after his light plane crashed and burst into flames near a private airstrip in Raglan, Central Queensland. Emergency crews are on the scene.
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.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
A pilot in his 70s was airlifted to hospital after his light aircraft crashed during an emergency landing at North Pine Dam. Emergency services responded to the scene north of Brisbane.
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.
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 demolition derby at the Walcha Showground turned to tragedy after a car crashed into a grandstand, leaving a 54-year-old man critical and 12 others injured. The driver's brother says he 'blacked out'.
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.
ATSB releases security footage showing tragic final moments of Shellharbour Airport plane crash that killed three. Investigation continues into cause.
An 18-year-old has died and another is fighting for life after their car collided with a semi-trailer on Queensland's Bruce Highway. Police are investigating.
A man has died after a high-speed police pursuit ended in a crash on Southern Cross Drive in Zetland. A critical incident has been declared as investigations begin.
ATSB report reveals tragic details of Shellharbour Airport crash that killed three people. The Piper Cherokee Lance reached just 50 feet before descending rapidly. Read the full investigation findings.
A man has died after crashing into a parked roadworks truck on a Melbourne freeway. Another worker was hospitalised. Get the latest traffic updates and details.
The ATSB investigates the tragic Moruya plane crash that killed a pilot after skydivers jumped. Key focus is the aircraft's electric trim system and why the pilot was ready to bail out.
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 53-year-old woman has died after a multi-vehicle crash involving a truck on Bussell Highway near Metricup. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.