Bondi Attack Victim's Son in Coma, Father Murdered
Rabbi Eli Feldman pays tribute to victims of the Bondi terror attack and visits his close friend fighting for life in ICU. The attack occurred during a Hanukkah celebration.
Rabbi Eli Feldman pays tribute to victims of the Bondi terror attack and visits his close friend fighting for life in ICU. The attack occurred during a Hanukkah celebration.
Thousands of children with disability or illness celebrated at the annual KidsWish Christmas party at Symbio Wildlife Park. The Illawarra Mercury mascot joined the fun.
A spearfisherman had a close encounter with a 3m great white shark at Dolphin Cove, Esperance. Authorities have issued a shark warning. Stay informed with SharkSmart.
Illawarra Hawks great Glen Saville opens up on the immense pressure facing the team as their NBL championship defence teeters. Can they turn it around?
A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
A man is recovering in Townsville University Hospital after a brutal shark attack at Cid Harbour. The community rallies as he prepares to spend Christmas away from family.
A 48-year-old woman was discovered deceased in a parked vehicle outside the Lake Illawarra police station. Police believe she may have been there for three days. A critical incident has been declared.
Discover key ways Illawarra residents can support locals in need this Christmas, from donating hampers and gifts to volunteering at community events. Get involved and make a difference.
The Wollongong Welsh Choir will hold its last concert this December, ending a 30-year tradition due to dwindling membership and fewer Welsh migrants to the Illawarra region.
Tragic shark attack claims life of Swiss artistic swimmer Livia Mühlheim at remote NSW beach. Her partner fought the shark and survived with serious injuries.
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 woman in her 20s has died and a man was injured in a vicious dog attack in Fitzroy Crossing. Police and rangers are investigating the tragic incident.
A woman has died and a man is injured after a severe dog attack in Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia. Police are investigating the tragic incident.
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A fisherman had a close encounter with bull sharks near Exmouth, prompting an official shark warning for Bundegi Inner Reef. Stay informed and check for updates.
Livia Mulheim, 25, died after a bull shark attack at Kylies Beach while swimming with dolphins. Her boyfriend suffered serious injuries trying to save her. Authorities continue search.
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.
Tragic shark attack claims life of Swiss tourist Livia Mulheim, 25, at Crowdy Bay National Park. Partner Lukas Schindler injured in rescue attempt. Details emerge.
A Swiss backpacker fought to save his girlfriend during a shark attack at a remote NSW beach. The tragic incident is the fifth fatal shark attack in Australia this year.
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.
As temperatures soar, Shark's FlexBreeze HydroGo portable misting fan reduces temperatures by 3°C. Tested this Saturday at Sydney beaches with 100 'HydroGo Hotties'. Learn more!
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Tragic shark attack at Kylies Beach claims woman's life, leaves man critically injured. Emergency services respond to rural NSW coastal incident. Beach closed as investigation continues.
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Secret Harbour Beach is closed after a 2m shark was seen 200m offshore. Authorities urge the public to avoid the area and report sightings.
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 the best Black Friday steam mop deals in Australia with discounts up to 60%. Find top-rated models from Shark, Bissell & Euroflex for pristine floors.
Amazon Australia's Black Friday sale offers the Shark Steam Pickup 3-in-1 Steam Mop for just $283. This viral gadget picks up dry debris, scrubs stains, and sanitises floors simultaneously.
Paramedics called to Redhead beach for a man on a shark tower were on scene to treat a second man suffering a cardiac arrest. Read the full story of the dramatic double rescue.
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.